Intent (What we want to do)

At Wath C of E Primary School, we aim for children to have a solid understanding of computer systems and to effectively utilise a range of skills in this subject. This foundation will enable them to thrive in the digital world. Our goal is for children to become digitally literate, allowing them to express themselves and develop their ideas through information and communication technology.

We strive to provide children with a strong base that can be built upon, preparing them for future workplaces and active participation in the digital world. We believe all children should possess the skills necessary to apply their knowledge across different areas of computing. Additionally, we are committed to developing respectful, responsible citizens who care for themselves and others by teaching pupils how to stay safe in our digital world.

 

Our computing curriculum has the following intentions:

• Our computing curriculum aligns with the National Curriculum 2014.

• Our pupils are digitally literate, able to stay safe in the digital world, and understand their responsibilities and rights.

• Our curriculum begins in EYFS, integrating computing into the core of their continuous provision.

• Ensure all children have access to the computing curriculum through quality-first, inclusive teaching and to minimise - and where possible remove - any barriers to pupils participating in all computing learning.

• Equipment is up-to-date, useful, and relevant to pupils' understanding of digital technology.

• Lessons nurture curiosity about the digital world around them.

• All lessons are carefully planned to be age- and stage - appropriate for our pupils.

• Opportunities are provided to apply their English, maths, and reading skills.

• Children are immersed in a rich and varied diet of vocabulary, using key computing terms that support their understanding of the subject.

• Pupils can retrieve information from previous topics.

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Summary

Our computing curriculum, in line with the National Curriculum 2014, ensures our pupils become digitally literate, enabling them to navigate the digital world safely while understanding their responsibilities and rights. Beginning in EYFS, computing is integrated into the core of continuous provision. With teachers who understand pupils’ needs and tailor lessons accordingly, including those with SEND and PP, and with up-to-date equipment, our curriculum nurtures curiosity about the digital world. Lessons are carefully planned to be age- and stage-appropriate, providing opportunities to apply English, Maths, and Reading skills. Children are exposed to a rich vocabulary, using key computing terms to support their understanding, and are able to retrieve information from previous topics.

 

 

Implementation (How we will do it)

We have a clear vision for our computing curriculum, focusing on four key areas: Computing Systems and Networks, Creating Media, Databases, Programming, and Digital Literacy. At Wath C of E Primary School, we have adopted the Teach Computing Scheme of Work from Year 1 to Year 6. This scheme supports our teachers in delivering engaging lessons, raising standards, and helping all pupils reach their full potential.

The curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2 is based on a spiral design, meaning each theme is revisited regularly (at least once per year). Pupils consolidate and build on prior learning through new units within each theme, reducing knowledge loss and ensuring continuity, even with different teachers. Additionally, the Digital Literacy module is taught using Project Evolve and the Knowledge Map Tools, creating a bespoke curriculum that aligns with the Education for a Connected World document.

In order to deliver our Computing curriculum will deliver:

• Our computing curriculum is based around the Teach Computing curriculum and consists of four units are carried out across year 1 to 6 (with a computing day) under the headings of Programming, Computing Systems and Networks, Creating Media and Databases.

• Our Digital Literacy module (E-Safety) will be delivered in a twenty-minute weekly session using Project Evolve which has been tailored to the needs of the children. We will ensure our pupils become digitally literate by teaching them how to stay safe in the digital world and understand their responsibilities and rights.

• We will align our computing curriculum with the National Curriculum 2014.

• We will integrate computing into the core of continuous provision starting from EYFS.

• Quality first teaching in Computing includes reasonable adjustments and adaptations to ensure all children can access learning e.g. larger keyboards lower case keys, talking tins, alterations to lessons to simplify LI to pupils’ levels such as differentiated texts or tasks.

• We will provide up-to-date and relevant equipment to enhance pupils' understanding of digital technology.

• We will design lessons that nurture curiosity about the digital world around them.

• Our lessons will be carefully planned to be age- and stage - appropriate for all pupils.

• We will create opportunities for pupils to apply their English, maths, and reading skills within the computing curriculum.

• We will immerse children in a rich and varied diet of vocabulary, using key computing terms to support their understanding of the subject.

• We will implement regular retrieval practices to help pupils recall information from previous topics.

 

Summary

Our comprehensive computing curriculum, from Year 1 to 6, covers Programming, Computing Systems and Networks, Creating Media, and Databases. We prioritize digital literacy, with weekly modules on E-Safety using Project Evolve, aligned with the National Curriculum 2014. Computing is integrated from EYFS, with tailored lessons for all, including SEND and PP pupils. We provide up-to-date equipment, nurture curiosity, and ensure age-appropriate lessons, fostering opportunities to apply English, Maths, and Reading skills, using key computing terms and regular retrieval practices for effective learning.

 

Impact (What impact will it have?)

Pupils' learning over time reflects our intended curriculum. The concepts and big ideas provide a framework that promotes meaningful learning and long-term knowledge growth, ensuring pupils know more and can do more. Research indicates that repetition leads to 'sticky learning,' where knowledge transfers from short-term to long-term memory, making retrieval essential. At Wath C of E, we achieve this through regular retrieval practice. Our students can confidently discuss what they have learned and how it applies to other areas of their learning. The impact of our curriculum is evident not only in measurable attainment and progress but also in the development of polite, well-mannered, and caring members of our school community who understand and respect everyone’s differences and needs. Pupils will have the tools to thrive and stay safe in an increasingly digital world.

Our curriculum will have the following impact on the children:

• Aligning our computing curriculum with the National Curriculum 2014: ensures that pupils receive a comprehensive and standardised education in computing, preparing them for future academic and career opportunities.

• Ensuring pupils become digitally literate: equips pupils with the skills to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly, fostering a sense of confidence and awareness of their rights and responsibilities online.

• Integrating computing into the core of continuous provision from EYFS: lays a strong foundation for early digital literacy, fostering an interest in technology from a young age and ensuring seamless progression in computing skills throughout their education.

• Pupils with SEND make  progress in computing. When expected progress is not made, plans are put in place to address this and allow for accelerated progress through additional provision in class, external agency support and family discussions.

• Providing up-to-date and relevant equipment: enhances pupils' understanding and engagement with digital technology, ensuring they are well-versed in current tools and applications relevant to their learning and future use.

• Designing lessons that nurture curiosity about the digital world: stimulates pupils' interest and engagement in computing, encouraging them to explore and innovate within the digital landscape.

• Creating opportunities to apply English, maths, and reading skills within computing: reinforces and integrates key academic skills, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of computing and enhancing overall academic performance.

• Immersing children in a rich and varied diet of vocabulary using key computing terms: develops pupils' language and comprehension skills, enabling them to articulate their understanding and ideas clearly within the context of computing.

• Implementing regular retrieval practices: strengthens pupils' memory and recall abilities, ensuring that knowledge is retained over time and can be effectively applied to new learning situations.
   

Summary

Aligning our computing curriculum with the National Curriculum 2014 ensures a comprehensive education, preparing pupils for future opportunities. Starting from EYFS, integrating computing fosters early digital literacy. Tailored lessons promote inclusivity for all pupils, including SEND and PP. Up-to-date equipment enhances engagement, while carefully planned lessons stimulate curiosity and facilitate effective learning. Opportunities to apply core skills within computing reinforce academic abilities.

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.