Computing

Computing

Our intent is for all our pupils to be confident users of technology. Technology is everywhere and will play a pivotal part in our pupil’s future. Therefore, we want to model and educate our pupils on how to use technology positively and creatively but most importantly responsibly and safely.

We want our pupils to be creators and our broad curriculum which encompasses computational thinking, information technology and digital literacy reflects this. We also want to educate our pupils on the importance of online safety, which is a thread that runs through both our computing curriculum and RSHE curriculum.

Our bespoke, knowledge rich curriculum, has been made in line with our mixed year group classes to be balanced, with the opportunity for pupils to apply their knowledge in a unique way year upon year.

Computing is an essential part of the school timetable, however we encourage staff to try and embed computing across the whole curriculum to make learning creative and accessible for all. We want our pupils to be fluent with a range of tools to best express their understanding and hope by Upper Key Stage 2, children have the independence and confidence to choose the best tool to fulfil the task and challenge set by teachers. We also hope this approach benefits our larger than average SEND cohorts, with provisions made evident in classrooms and the integrated resource unit.

We encourage our pupils to enjoy and value the curriculum we deliver. We want them to discuss and reflect on their learning, offering ideas and suggestions where they feel it could be expanded for their current need. This is why we have subject ambassadors and hold termly pupil voice meetings to feedback current issues or changes within technology both in the curriculum and in their personal lives.

We encourage our pupils to find the balance with technology to promote a healthy lifestyle and use technology to support well-being rather than it hinder it. We promote Safer Internet Day and share this message with both pupils and parents. Our ambassadors are always on hand to offer advice on using technology safely and sharing any concerns with staff.

We also showcase pupils learning through our social media platforms, YouTube channel and through our class scrapbooks.

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