Ergonomics

With the use of 1:1 devices in all year groups in the senior school, it is important that we are mindful of posture and ergonomics to reduce strain, fatigue, or injury. At Godolphin, pupils use their 1:1 device in several different ways during each lesson. To incorporate writing, listening, and reading skills into each lesson, the device may be used in a number of ways. For example, as an exercise book with the stylus, as a laptop with the keyboard or dictation tool, screen-only for reading and not at all, when listening and talking to the teacher and verbal collaboration with peers.

At Godolphin, we believe in teaching our pupils lifelong skills. Learning about correct seated ergonomics, especially at a time when their young bodies are growing, is a vital life skill. Each pupil has access to information about setting up their workstation correctly and they can complete an on-line workstation assessment to ensure their workstation at school and at home minimises stress on their bodies.

For extended periods of use when typing, we recommend raising the screen to horizontal eye-level (risers and stands are widely available) and the use of a separate Bluetooth keyboard and mouse as an option. We also recommend the 20-20-20 approach (look away every 20 minutes at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds).