Computing

Our Computing Vision

A high-quality computing education changes with the modern world, building on children’s experiences and equipping pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing starts in the Early Years, using an 'unplugged' approach to teach foundational computational thinking skills. We strive to ensure that our pupils become digitally literate - able to use, express themselves, and develop their ideas through information and communication technology - at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.

At the core is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation: how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programmes, systems, and a range of content within their Computing lessons and across the wider school curriculum.

We use a rich variety of hardware to bring computing to life. By applying their skills across different devices - such as tablets, Chromebooks, and BBC Micro:bit coding kits - pupils gain a versatile, practical understanding of technology in action.

As the digital world is constantly changing, staff professional development remains central to our approach, ensuring our teaching keeps pace with new technologies and best practice.

Online safety is embedded throughout all units taught, as well as being delivered explicitly within Computing lessons and our PSHE curriculum, where we utilise Project Evolve to explore digital citizenship in depth. We want technology to enrich our pupils' lives, equipping them to navigate and participate in this exciting world safely and responsibly.

For more guidance and practical resources on supporting your child to stay safe online, please visit our Online Safety Page.