Computing

There are three main strands of the Computing curriculum: 

• Information Technology skills 
• Digital Literacy 
• Computing Science 

The Computing curriculum is taught discreetly where necessary and cross-curricular links are made wherever possible. 

The curriculum strand for IT skills is related to the use of computers for functional purposes, such as collecting and presenting information, or using search technology. 

Digital Literacy is about the safe and responsible use of technology, including recognising its advantages for collaboration or communication. We also include a rigorous Digital Safeguarding Curriculum(e-Safety) to ensure that all our pupils are confident when using computers and the internet and know what to do if they come across something either inappropriate or uncomfortable. We very much invite parents to work with us on this aspect of the curriculum. 

Computer Science will introduce children of all ages to understanding how computers and networks work. It will also give all children the opportunity to learn basic computer programming, from simple floor robots in Early Years right up to creating on-screen computer games and programmes by Year 6, taking advantage of our iPads, robotics and wide range of computer software. 

The number of PCs, Laptops and iPads per class allows technology to be used to support the curriculum at any time and children are encouraged to decide themselves when they want to use them.