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The Leys School

Language-specific networked software consistently increases pupils’ opportunities to work independently. Our Sanako 1200 Language Laboratory is a state-of-the-art Digital Learning Centre housed in the department, which gives pupils opportunities to practise their listening and speaking skills.

Mr Simon Leader

Head of Languages
2016-10-27T15:14:01+00:00
Language-specific networked software consistently increases pupils’ opportunities to work independently. Our Sanako 1200 Language Laboratory is a state-of-the-art Digital Learning Centre housed in the department, which gives pupils opportunities to practise their listening and speaking skills. Mr Simon Leader Head of Languages

King’s School, Ely

As a Network Manager asked to install and support a major facility such as a Language Lab the most important criteria is Support, Support and again Support. Sanako have never failed in this respect and have consistently delivered rapid responses to any issues we have had along the way,  and more importantly have always volunteered to come on site if necessary to rectify issues. Sanako are unflinching in their support of the product and are always willing to go the extra mile to solve any  issues and replies quickly to any problems. I have nothing but praise for the Company,  and as I deal with many other Software Products I can only recommend it from my particular point of view and not for Educational Reasons which my fellow Teacher has done already. She is our Head of Languages and has also wrote a glowing review,  so all I can say is that it is a fantastic all round package and I am not being paid to say this!

Steve Dunlin

Network Manager, The King's School, Ely

 
2014-10-15T14:57:58+00:00
As a Network Manager asked to install and support a major facility such as a Language Lab the most important criteria is Support, Support and again Support. Sanako have never failed in this respect and have consistently delivered rapid responses to any issues we have had along the way,  and more importantly have always volunteered to come on site if necessary to rectify issues. Sanako are unflinching in their support of the product and are always willing to go the extra mile to solve any  issues and replies quickly to any problems. I have nothing but praise for the Company,  and as I deal with many other Software Products I can only recommend it from my particular point of view and not for Educational Reasons which my fellow Teacher has done already. She is our Head of Languages and has also wrote a glowing review,  so all I can say is that it is a fantastic all round package and I am not being paid to say this! Steve Dunlin Network Manager, The King's School, Ely  

Bolton College

This is a significant investment into new technology that will dramatically enhance the learning experience of our students. The new lab has exciting digital tools, which will keep our learners motivated. We’ve already had a fantastic response from students, who seem to be reaping the rewards of their new environment. We’re keen to provide our learners with the highest quality facilities to bring out the very best in them, so we’re really proud of the new lab.

Elspeth Wardrop

Head Of The Language Centre

 
2014-10-15T14:58:44+00:00
This is a significant investment into new technology that will dramatically enhance the learning experience of our students. The new lab has exciting digital tools, which will keep our learners motivated. We’ve already had a fantastic response from students, who seem to be reaping the rewards of their new environment. We’re keen to provide our learners with the highest quality facilities to bring out the very best in them, so we’re really proud of the new lab. Elspeth Wardrop Head Of The Language Centre  

Queen Mary’s College, Basingstoke

The Support Team’s technical knowledge of Sanako products is vast and they are able to tap into that knowledge to disseminate information to us, as the customer. The Sanako Team are extremely courteous and approachable; we found the pre-sales support and technical planning invaluable in the feasibility of installing a new language lab.

Claire Budden

Network Manager
2014-10-15T12:48:09+00:00
The Support Team’s technical knowledge of Sanako products is vast and they are able to tap into that knowledge to disseminate information to us, as the customer. The Sanako Team are extremely courteous and approachable; we found the pre-sales support and technical planning invaluable in the feasibility of installing a new language lab. Claire Budden Network Manager

Kirkwall Grammar School, Orkney

Vocab tests are really easy to create and the kids really like the instant result. Voice insert is also super useful for speaking exam practice (I can pre-record all the potential questions for all levels) and this is really the feature that was not possible with the old Tandberg language lab. Creating playlists is also great as students can choose between different activities.

Ben Pesci

Languages Teacher, Kirkwall Grammar School

 
2014-10-15T14:56:55+00:00
Vocab tests are really easy to create and the kids really like the instant result. Voice insert is also super useful for speaking exam practice (I can pre-record all the potential questions for all levels) and this is really the feature that was not possible with the old Tandberg language lab. Creating playlists is also great as students can choose between different activities. Ben Pesci Languages Teacher, Kirkwall Grammar School  

The Grammar School At Leeds

The Language Lab is an excellent motivational tool as the students enjoy using the software and the activities are easy to set up. Students are sometimes too embarrassed to admit they don't understand something in front of the whole class. In the Language Lab, they can call the teacher and talk to you without anyone else realising.  Using Study 1200 is second nature to the students. Technology like this is simply part of their everyday lives.

Emma Whittaker

Head of Languages
2014-10-15T12:34:41+00:00
The Language Lab is an excellent motivational tool as the students enjoy using the software and the activities are easy to set up. Students are sometimes too embarrassed to admit they don't understand something in front of the whole class. In the Language Lab, they can call the teacher and talk to you without anyone else realising.  Using Study 1200 is second nature to the students. Technology like this is simply part of their everyday lives. Emma Whittaker Head of Languages

Notre Dame Sixth Form College

The Study 1200 Language Centre has been particularly useful for preparing students for A Level listening exams. They are now able to do their listening independently, as in the exam. Random pairwork is invaluable for developing spontaneity and fluency and the ability to record and listen to conversations allows us to assess progress and give advice. By controlling the screens of individual students we can give feedback on written work very efficiently in class. The Web Browser function enables us to limit student access to the individual site that we want them to study. We would recommend Sanako systems for enhancing the variety of student learning.

Margaret Chambers

Head of MFL
2014-10-15T12:40:45+00:00
The Study 1200 Language Centre has been particularly useful for preparing students for A Level listening exams. They are now able to do their listening independently, as in the exam. Random pairwork is invaluable for developing spontaneity and fluency and the ability to record and listen to conversations allows us to assess progress and give advice. By controlling the screens of individual students we can give feedback on written work very efficiently in class. The Web Browser function enables us to limit student access to the individual site that we want them to study. We would recommend Sanako systems for enhancing the variety of student learning. Margaret Chambers Head of MFL

Comberton Village College

Here at Comberton Village College we have found the Sanako Study 1200 Language centre an essential boost to our student’s speaking and listening skills, enabling them to develop these in a more varied and autonomous way. Learners of all ages, abilities and learning styles benefit from this excellent resource. We would highly recommend Sanako systems to anyone looking to invest in such technology.
Rachel Hawkes

Assistant Principal, Comberton Village College
2014-08-02T11:42:00+00:00
Here at Comberton Village College we have found the Sanako Study 1200 Language centre an essential boost to our student’s speaking and listening skills, enabling them to develop these in a more varied and autonomous way. Learners of all ages, abilities and learning styles benefit from this excellent resource. We would highly recommend Sanako systems to anyone looking to invest in such technology. Rachel Hawkes Assistant Principal, Comberton Village College

Bristol University

We have the Sanako Study 1200 and have been very impressed with its potential in second language teaching and learning. Our tutors have been designing a range of new and stimulating activities with the Sanako system, which have been very well received by our students. We are also very pleased with the level of support we get from the company and fully recommend its purchase.
Gloria Visintini

Director for Technology Enhanced Learning, School of Modern Languages, University of Bristol
2014-08-02T11:48:07+00:00
We have the Sanako Study 1200 and have been very impressed with its potential in second language teaching and learning. Our tutors have been designing a range of new and stimulating activities with the Sanako system, which have been very well received by our students. We are also very pleased with the level of support we get from the company and fully recommend its purchase. Gloria Visintini Director for Technology Enhanced Learning, School of Modern Languages, University of Bristol

Meldrum Academy

In order to make multi-level teaching easier we use the software in all of our rooms for listening and speaking activities.  The activities are taken from a variety of different textbooks and things we have made ourselves.  We have made good use of the student pronunciation software, in particular with the less able classes.

Liegha Laing

PT Languages
2016-11-14T12:29:20+00:00
In order to make multi-level teaching easier we use the software in all of our rooms for listening and speaking activities.  The activities are taken from a variety of different textbooks and things we have made ourselves.  We have made good use of the student pronunciation software, in particular with the less able classes. Liegha Laing PT Languages

Carrick Academy

Instead of spending three periods listening to presentations we can record them in under ten minutes for a class of 30 which allows us to do more learning and teaching.  Our senior pupils are accessing listening materials and we are able to pinpoint exactly where they are having difficulties and provide them with better support. This resource is having an extremely positive impact on our staff and pupil and the Sanako team are extremely helpful when we contact them with any queries.

Fiona Normansell

PT Modern Languages
2015-01-23T12:03:07+00:00
Instead of spending three periods listening to presentations we can record them in under ten minutes for a class of 30 which allows us to do more learning and teaching.  Our senior pupils are accessing listening materials and we are able to pinpoint exactly where they are having difficulties and provide them with better support. This resource is having an extremely positive impact on our staff and pupil and the Sanako team are extremely helpful when we contact them with any queries. Fiona Normansell PT Modern Languages

Queen’s School, Bushey

Since the installation of our state of the art Language lab, our GCSE students have much more confidence when preparing for Controlled Speaking Assessments and Listening exams in MFL. I have been really impressed by both the positive impact on student learning, since our acquisition of the Study 1200, as well as the friendly, professional after sales service. The versatility of the Study 1200 is amazing and you can really see the confidence and enthusiasm that students of any Key Stage develop in their language when using this excellent twenty first century equipment. Students begin to actually feel that they can start to master speaking and understanding a foreign language.

Jack Papageorgiou

Head of Modern Languages
2014-10-15T12:24:18+00:00
Since the installation of our state of the art Language lab, our GCSE students have much more confidence when preparing for Controlled Speaking Assessments and Listening exams in MFL. I have been really impressed by both the positive impact on student learning, since our acquisition of the Study 1200, as well as the friendly, professional after sales service. The versatility of the Study 1200 is amazing and you can really see the confidence and enthusiasm that students of any Key Stage develop in their language when using this excellent twenty first century equipment. Students begin to actually feel that they can start to master speaking and understanding a foreign language. Jack Papageorgiou Head of Modern Languages

King’s School, Ely

We have used the Sanako Study 1200 for the last five years and it has become an essential element of our language lessons at King’s Ely. This is a powerful piece of software that allows true learning independence in our pupils and the development of speaking and listening skills at once. The versatility of this product is what makes it truly unique without mentioning the fantastic support the school gets from Sanako. This is a great product that all MFL departments should have access to.
Esmerelda Salgado

Head of Languages, King’s School, Ely
2014-09-10T09:29:26+00:00
We have used the Sanako Study 1200 for the last five years and it has become an essential element of our language lessons at King’s Ely. This is a powerful piece of software that allows true learning independence in our pupils and the development of speaking and listening skills at once. The versatility of this product is what makes it truly unique without mentioning the fantastic support the school gets from Sanako. This is a great product that all MFL departments should have access to. Esmerelda Salgado Head of Languages, King’s School, Ely

Trinity School, Croydon

It’s not just about the software, it’s the support Sanako offer – a quick and efficient service. Study 1200 is a smart and user-friendly piece of software – teachers will wonder how they coped without it. Sanako Digital Language Laboratories aid educators in teaching and students in learning and Sanako are always ready to help, whatever the problem. You’ll never feel like you’re on your own.
Robbie Freeman

Languages Support Technician, Trinity School, Croydon
2014-08-02T11:47:36+00:00
It’s not just about the software, it’s the support Sanako offer – a quick and efficient service. Study 1200 is a smart and user-friendly piece of software – teachers will wonder how they coped without it. Sanako Digital Language Laboratories aid educators in teaching and students in learning and Sanako are always ready to help, whatever the problem. You’ll never feel like you’re on your own. Robbie Freeman Languages Support Technician, Trinity School, Croydon

Epsom School

Exam boards will still issue the material on the day of the exam on CD or in some cases as MP3 download, and making the recordings available to students via the Study 1200 is easy, secure and allows the candidates to use bookmark functions to repeat certain sections of the recording comfortably, and above all, with the result that they are saving time.

Mr Martin Fries

Head of MFL
2016-11-17T17:08:21+00:00
Exam boards will still issue the material on the day of the exam on CD or in some cases as MP3 download, and making the recordings available to students via the Study 1200 is easy, secure and allows the candidates to use bookmark functions to repeat certain sections of the recording comfortably, and above all, with the result that they are saving time. Mr Martin Fries Head of MFL

Uppingham School

The installation of the state of the art Language Lab Sanako Study 1200 has had an enormously positive impact on our students. They have gained in confidence and have increased enthusiasm for their learning experience. The range of activities available with this new Lab is impressive and is invaluable for developing spontaneity, fluency and accuracy. Using Study 1200 has quickly become second nature to both teachers and pupils alike. The level of support we get from the company is second to none and has really made updating our Language Lab an easy experience. We fully recommend Sanako systems for enhancing the teaching and learning experience, we would be lost without it now!

Maria A Barefoot

Head of Modern Languages, Uppingham School

 
2014-10-15T14:54:36+00:00
The installation of the state of the art Language Lab Sanako Study 1200 has had an enormously positive impact on our students. They have gained in confidence and have increased enthusiasm for their learning experience. The range of activities available with this new Lab is impressive and is invaluable for developing spontaneity, fluency and accuracy. Using Study 1200 has quickly become second nature to both teachers and pupils alike. The level of support we get from the company is second to none and has really made updating our Language Lab an easy experience. We fully recommend Sanako systems for enhancing the teaching and learning experience, we would be lost without it now! Maria A Barefoot Head of Modern Languages, Uppingham School  

North Berwick High School

Using the Sanako Lab 100 system and Sanako Study Lite have been fantastic ways to develop our pupils' listening skills. They respond very well to being in control of their own learning, being able to work at their own pace and bookmarking vocabulary with which they, as individuals, require support. In addition to this, the Customer Service offered by Sanako is second to none. I am delighted that my Modern Language Department have access to Sanako and would recommend it to other Modern Language teachers.

Suzanne Ritchie
Principal Teacher Modern Languages
2017-01-25T10:39:03+00:00
Using the Sanako Lab 100 system and Sanako Study Lite have been fantastic ways to develop our pupils' listening skills. They respond very well to being in control of their own learning, being able to work at their own pace and bookmarking vocabulary with which they, as individuals, require support. In addition to this, the Customer Service offered by Sanako is second to none. I am delighted that my Modern Language Department have access to Sanako and would recommend it to other Modern Language teachers. Suzanne Ritchie Principal Teacher Modern Languages

Haberdashers’ Askes’ Boys’ School

Pupils’ oral fluency has improved as they now have more opportunities to deliver presentations, answer the teacher’s questions and interact with each other. Colleagues have welcomed the opportunity to set and assess oral work alongside the more traditional written work – and some colleagues have been recording their own oral feedback onto the pupils’ work using the Voice Insert tool. The Sanako software offers our pupils the chance to be actively involved in their language lessons, and to feel that they are getting individual feedback on their efforts (either in real time or subsequently).

Richard Thompson

Head Of Languages
2014-10-15T13:29:18+00:00
Pupils’ oral fluency has improved as they now have more opportunities to deliver presentations, answer the teacher’s questions and interact with each other. Colleagues have welcomed the opportunity to set and assess oral work alongside the more traditional written work – and some colleagues have been recording their own oral feedback onto the pupils’ work using the Voice Insert tool. The Sanako software offers our pupils the chance to be actively involved in their language lessons, and to feel that they are getting individual feedback on their efforts (either in real time or subsequently). Richard Thompson Head Of Languages

University Of Sunderland

Sanako Study 1200 is also a powerful tool for both interpretation and translation. The Voice Insert feature allows students to simultaneously listen to an audio file in a target language and record their own voice to create a single audio file.

Philippa McDonald

Language Centre
2016-10-27T15:19:49+00:00
Sanako Study 1200 is also a powerful tool for both interpretation and translation. The Voice Insert feature allows students to simultaneously listen to an audio file in a target language and record their own voice to create a single audio file. Philippa McDonald Language Centre

Hamilton Grammar School

The Sanako Lab 100  is brilliant and it’s so good to be able to do differentiated and bi-level listening now …. we are impressed with the resource and the pupils enjoy using it as they see it as something different.

Gavin Dunsmore

PT Languages

 
2014-10-15T14:56:03+00:00
The Sanako Lab 100  is brilliant and it’s so good to be able to do differentiated and bi-level listening now …. we are impressed with the resource and the pupils enjoy using it as they see it as something different. Gavin Dunsmore PT Languages  

St George’s School for Girls, Edinburgh

The initial demonstration illustrated just how versatile the software is while also providing the appropriate assurance on the technological front. The training was provided by an ex- Modern Languages teacher who was able to explain how to use each program in everyday language.

Jo Casely

Head of Modern Languages
2016-12-05T11:33:30+00:00
The initial demonstration illustrated just how versatile the software is while also providing the appropriate assurance on the technological front. The training was provided by an ex- Modern Languages teacher who was able to explain how to use each program in everyday language. Jo Casely Head of Modern Languages

Sir John Deane’s College

Here at Sir John Deane’s College we thoroughly enjoy using the Sanako Study 1200 to enrich our students’ language lessons. They really benefit from the wide range of speaking and listening activities available, especially when they have the chance to work in small groups and receive detailed teacher feedback ‘on the spot.’ We also find that the use of the playlist enables us to provide annotated versions of reading papers to our students electronically, cutting down on the amount of class time required for such activities and allowing them to become independent learners.  We would highly recommend Sanako systems to other schools and colleges.

Claire Rawlinson

Head of MFL
2014-10-15T12:44:50+00:00
Here at Sir John Deane’s College we thoroughly enjoy using the Sanako Study 1200 to enrich our students’ language lessons. They really benefit from the wide range of speaking and listening activities available, especially when they have the chance to work in small groups and receive detailed teacher feedback ‘on the spot.’ We also find that the use of the playlist enables us to provide annotated versions of reading papers to our students electronically, cutting down on the amount of class time required for such activities and allowing them to become independent learners.  We would highly recommend Sanako systems to other schools and colleges. Claire Rawlinson Head of MFL

Bannockburn High School

Use Sanako if you look for a brilliant resource coupled with outstanding service and on-going support.  I would recommend this resource and company to everyone!

Susan Rice

PT Languages
2015-03-11T15:32:18+00:00
Use Sanako if you look for a brilliant resource coupled with outstanding service and on-going support.  I would recommend this resource and company to everyone! Susan Rice PT Languages

Harris Academy, Dundee

The teaching of MFL in 21st Century should centre on ICT as an integral part of the learning and teaching process, after all today’s students live in a world of ICT. Existing materials can be digitised and fully exploited with this system adding new and relevant resources in a variety of media. YouTube and BBC video clips can be sourced to ensure we, as practitioners, keep the topics fresh and current. The ability to provide high quality and meaningful homework tasks using the Study Lite Recorder is highly advantageous in terms of pupil engagement and performance

Mrs Deborah Reaper

PT Languages
2015-03-12T13:44:55+00:00
The teaching of MFL in 21st Century should centre on ICT as an integral part of the learning and teaching process, after all today’s students live in a world of ICT. Existing materials can be digitised and fully exploited with this system adding new and relevant resources in a variety of media. YouTube and BBC video clips can be sourced to ensure we, as practitioners, keep the topics fresh and current. The ability to provide high quality and meaningful homework tasks using the Study Lite Recorder is highly advantageous in terms of pupil engagement and performance Mrs Deborah Reaper PT Languages

Kingswood School, Bath

Kingswood School pupils are really enjoying and benefiting from the many useful functions of the SANAKO Study 1200 system. With the current changes in language teaching on improved pronunciation, the high quality recording and paired speaking features of the system allow pupils, with discreet teacher support, to enhance the authenticity of their accents in the foreign language being spoken. Teachers can give pupils bespoke feedback and pupils can try to mimic native speaker models.

Mr Roderick Duke

Head of Modern Languages
2016-11-17T17:04:40+00:00
Kingswood School pupils are really enjoying and benefiting from the many useful functions of the SANAKO Study 1200 system. With the current changes in language teaching on improved pronunciation, the high quality recording and paired speaking features of the system allow pupils, with discreet teacher support, to enhance the authenticity of their accents in the foreign language being spoken. Teachers can give pupils bespoke feedback and pupils can try to mimic native speaker models. Mr Roderick Duke Head of Modern Languages