Better technology starts with better connections.
No one organisation has every answer on AI. The GenTech Network brings together specialists, charities and technology organisations, so schools, teachers and learners can reach a wider range of expertise, resources and opportunities.
Phil Wickins
Phil is a creative and experienced leader, coach and education specialist, with over 16 years' experience in education, computing and professional development.
After 12 years as a primary teacher, and gaining his NPQSL while in senior leadership, he developed his work to support teachers and school leaders nationally. He has worked as the NCCE's National Specialist for Primary Computing Subject Leaders, and now works with STEM Learning, supporting schools working towards the Computing Quality Mark.
He also runs Run Don't Walk, a primary computing resource site, and the Screens Off initiative. Phil is passionate about raising the profile of computing in primary schools as technology and AI develop, with a particular interest in physical computing and its potential to bring learning across the curriculum.
digit
digit is a charity providing digital learning, resources and opportunities that support children, young people, educators and communities. Its extensive resource offer is another valuable source of practical support for schools and educators.
Cisco Networking Academy
The GenTech Academy is a Cisco Networking Academy, which lets us offer Cisco courses as part of our wider technology and skills offer. Learners can build practical technology knowledge through Cisco learning delivered through GenTech.
Part of the technology and education community
GenTech's founder is a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT), a City of London livery company, and a member of its Education and Training Committee.
He is also Education Consultant Lead at Archives of IT, where he has chaired and spoken at education forum meetings and serves on the education committee. These connections keep GenTech close to the people shaping how technology is taught and understood.
What the network adds
Specialist expertise
Bringing specialist knowledge into schools and education.
Professional development
Supporting teachers and leaders through training and CPD.
Resources
Making useful technology and education resources easier to find.
Learner opportunities
Connecting young people with experiences and technology.
Events and experiences
Creating chances to meet, learn and explore.
Shared learning
Connecting people who are shaping technology in education.
Join the network
We're building a growing group of educators, specialists, charities and technology organisations who help schools use technology with confidence. If that sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you.
This page is for specialists, charities and technology organisations. If you are a school looking for ongoing support, see the AI Support Plan.