Computing Intent Statement and Progression Map

Computing Intent Statement

 

We believe that teaching computing is a core priority. We want to prepare our pupils for life in an evolving digital world. The use of digital technology is embedded throughout the curriculum and children are given access to computers, iPads and the internet to support their learning within lessons and as a part of their ongoing, continuous provision.

Computing lessons focus on three overarching curriculum aims: digital literacy, computer science and information technology. Pupils are provided with opportunities to develop skills in coding and programming through practical activities that make purposeful use of technology. Learning is further enriched through participation in national initiatives, focus days, computing clubs and national programming competitions such as Lego League Robotics. Children are taught essential online safety skills and apply these when making use of the internet and technology. We aim to provide our pupils with positive, meaningful experiences that enable them to become safe, confident and critical users of technology. 

All children have access to our school’s secure, password protected learning platforms through School360 and Google Classroom. These spaces allow pupils to communicate, share their work and extend their learning beyond the classroom. In addition, pupils have access to a range of curriculum-linked digital learning tools that support and enrich their progress across subjects both in school and at home.

Implementation:

  • Teachers follow the NCCE computing curriculum scheme, funded by the Department for Education.

  • Teachers utilise our computing progression map and vocabulary glossary to ensure objectives and language used is systematically built upon and revisited as appropriate. 

  • Pupils receive weekly computing lessons in which they develop and build upon their skills throughout each unit. 

  • Pupils have daily opportunities to use technology purposefully across the curriculum. In Key Stage 2, the internet is used to support research and enquiry. Digital tools and iPads are integrated into lessons to enhance understanding and provide visual support, particularly in subjects such as maths. Technology is also used as a creative tool for presenting learning across the wider curriculum. In addition, pupils engage with a range of educational applications and online platforms that reinforce key skills and support retrieval practice.