Computing

We aim to create responsible, competent, confident, safe and creative users of ICT.

We also work to introduce computer science to the children so then can begin to learn how digital systems work and how to put this knowledge to use through programming.

E-safety is fundamental to our work and children are taught about this at the beginning of each academic year so they are well prepared when working online.

Programme of Study
Year 1 & Year 2                         
  • Understand what algorithms are
  • Understand that programs work by following precise and unambiguous instructions
  • Create and debug simple programs
  • Use logical reasoning to predict the behaviour of simple programs
  • Use technology to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content
  • Recognise common uses of information technology beyond school
  • Use technology safely and respectfully through e-safety programmes
  • Identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact online

We use Northumberland County Council’s ‘Teaching Computing in the Primary School’ guidance to plan our curriculum and the three aspects of this scheme of work are:

  • Computer science
  • Information Technology
  • Digital literacy

For our e-safety work we use a range of teaching materials, from the Think-U-Know and Ceop websites. All materials used are age appropriate.

We have a wide range of ICT equipment for the children to use. We have PC’s in the Classrooms, digital cameras, Tuff- cams, talking postcards, Beebots programmable robots, remote controlled cars and access to Ipads and laptops.