Vision for Computing

Our vision for Computing is to empower children to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. To be responsible, competent, confident and creative users of technology. To apply the fundamental principles and concepts of Computing, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation to problems so they can create innovative solutions.

Children from year 1 to 6 have one lesson per week per half term, which alternates with Music lessons. This means for a 12 week term, a child will get 6 lessons of Computing, then in the second half term, they will have Music for 6 lessons. All classed have access to ipads and laptops to use in their lessons throughout the year.

Computing is more than learning to use technology, it’s about understanding how technology works, solving problems, and preparing for a future shaped by innovation.

 

Computing National Curriculum

Through engaging and age-appropriate activities, we aim to:

• Develop Computational Thinking: Children will learn to break down problems, think logically, and design solutions—skills that extend beyond the classroom.
• Build Digital Literacy: Pupils will use technology safely, respectfully, and effectively, understanding both its benefits and its responsibilities. We  use case studies and interactive quizzes to explore ways to stay safe online.
• Encourage Creativity and Collaboration: From coding simple programs to creating digital content, children will explore how technology can be a tool for imagination and teamwork.
• Prepare for the Future: By fostering curiosity and resilience, we equip pupils with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

Our approach follows the National Curriculum, ensuring that every child learns the essential skills in programming, data handling, and online safety, while nurturing a lifelong love of learning.

Our curriculum carefully introduces topics such as online safety at an age appropriate level. Children from years 1-6 will be able to discuss online safety with their parents, using case studies we cover in lesson. Of course, the internet is full of wonderful resources and amazing information. This is why we introduce the dangers of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in KS1 and make it clear that anyone can pretend to be someone else online. Our case studies based on real world experiences will help children keep safe and above all, they will know to speak to their trusted adult if they have any concerns when using digital devices.

Our curriculum is developed in cooperation with the National Centre for Computing Education which works with the Department for Education to ensure schools deliver essential computing content. We are confident that children gain a broad understanding of the amazing opportunities that the internet provides as well as a good understanding of the potential dangers, and who to speak to if they have any concerns.

Computing offers so many opportunities for engaging and fun activities. We do interactive quizzes from year 1 which are great fun and offer low stakes assessment. Children have the opportunity to revise tricky content, just like children at secondary school, and they can reattempt quizzes multiple times until they master the content they need to be confident young adults.

 

What can you do to help your child at home? 

We teach all children about Trusted Adults and who to speak to if they have problems when they are online. We encourage children to speak to trusted adults at home and at school about the websites they are using and the topics we cover in class. If parents have an open dialogue about how children are using technology, our children will fell more comfortable talking to us when they have concerns. We recommend that any devices are used in shared spaces like the living rooms or kitchen.

 

BBC Bitesize has a wide range of resources which support what we teach in lesson.

BBC Year 1 and 2: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zyhbwmn

BBC year 3-6: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zvnrq6f

Many parents/carers ask us about parental controls so they can restrict access to devices and apps. Our school website has a number of resources to help parents set up these controls. To find them, please click on “Safeguarding and Wellbeing” from the top of the page, then click on “Online Safety”. You will find step-by-step instructions provided and updated by a trustworthy source internetmatters.org.