Primary school children in Berkshire spend an average of just 36 minutes a week learning digital skills, despite a looming government ban on social media for under-16s.
New research by broadband provider Trooli reveals a stark digital skills gap across the county.
Nine out of ten teachers admit IT is not a top priority, with primary schools dedicating more weekly time to art, dance, and drama than vital tech skills.
The findings show that 81% of UK teachers believe the current curriculum fails to prepare pupils for future careers.
Furthermore, only 22% of Berkshire educators feel students leave school equipped with basic IT skills for modern life.
The study highlights a major mismatch in what is taught. While 41% of focus goes to coding—a skill required in just 6% of jobs — only 7% is spent on basic troubleshooting, which is needed for half of all current roles.
One teacher said: “I teach some of my children coding when they don’t even know how to type effectively or save a document.”
Teachers blame a lack of time, funding, and training, with only 30% stating their schools have adequate technology.
Check out Trooli’s practical guideto helping parents support their children build essential digital skills at home.
