Penair pupils join web academy (From Falmouth Packet)

Penair pupils join web academy

4:14pm Thursday 19th November 2009

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Pupils from Penair School are getting to grips with web design and programming thanks to a new initiative launched by a Truro based internet business.

Redfuse Internet, which has offices in Cathedral Lane, has teamed up with Cornwall Learning Education Business Partnership to launch the Redfuse Web Academy.

During the seven-week programme the group of ten year nine pupils at Penair School pupils will create websites for the Bosvigo Children’s Centre, Penair School’s Health Centre and the school’s kitchen.

“I’m really excited about the launch of the Redfuse Web Academy and I’m looking forward to taking the group through the whole process of creating websites,” said Redfuse’s managing director, Mark Grice.

“The internet has grown massively over the last few years and I think it’s vital that school children are given the opportunity to learn skills that they can use towards a future career.

“I also think it’s really important to work within the local community and this project with the school is the perfect opportunity.”

Whilst taking part in the Web Academy the pupils will meet with the clients to find out their needs, as well as learn about programming, website population and search engine optimisation techniques.

They will also receive design support from Truro-based marketing, public relations, advertising and design agency, MPAD.

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