Computing Curriculum
The computing curriculum is separated into 3 key areas:
Computer Science
Information Technology
Digital Literacy
Key stage 1
Pupils should be taught to:
understand what algorithms are, how they are implemented as programs on digital devices, and that programs
execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions
create and debug simple programs
use logical reasoning to predict the behaviour of simple programs
use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content
recognise common uses of information technology beyond school
use technology safely and respectfully, keeping personal information private; identify where to go for help and
support when they have concerns about content or contact on the internet or other online technologies.
Key stage 2
Pupils should be taught to:
design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, including controlling or simulating physical
systems; solve problems by decomposing them into smaller parts
use sequence, selection, and repetition in programs; work with variables and various forms of input and output
use logical reasoning to explain how some simple algorithms work and to detect and correct errors in algorithms
and programs
understand computer networks, including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the
World Wide Web, and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration
use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked, and be discerning in
evaluating digital content
select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design
and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing,
evaluating and presenting data and information
use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a
range of ways to report concerns about content and contact.
At St. John's C.E Primary School we utilise Espresso for teaching pupils computer science and specifically about coding and algorithms.
We develop pupils information technology skills through a variety of multimedia and communication apps. Our pupils create a variety of content which is often published to the web.
There is also a wide range of consumer apps which children also utilise to practise skills and consolidate knowledge e.g. spelling shed, TT Rockstars, Maths IXL, Mathletics, etc.
Pupils' digital literacy is developed through learning about e-safety, the internet, google and big data. At St. John's C.E. Primary School we are dedicated to protecting our pupils online and have worked with National Online Safety to deliver an interactive online workshop for parents and carers. Within school, pupils also receive specific workshops regarding online dangers.