Vision 

Our computing curriculum aims to equip pupils with knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive in a digital world. We want children to become curious, creative and responsible users of technology, able to apply computational thinking to solve problems and express ideas.  

Intent 

Our computing curriculum reflects our commitment to preparing pupils for life in a digital society. It nurtures curiosity, creativity and responsibility, ensuring children leave primary school not just as consumers of technology, but as innovators and problem-solvers.  

Implementation

• Digital Literacy: Ensure pupils can use technology safely, respectfully and effectively in everyday life.  

• Computational Thinking: Develop logical reasoning, problem-solving and resilience through coding and algorithmic tasks.  

• Creativity: Encourage pupils to design, create and evaluate digital content across a range of tools and platforms.  

• Safety & Responsibility: Teach pupils how to stay safe online, understand digital footprints and make informed choices.  

• Future Readiness: Prepare pupils for a world where technology underpins most aspects of work, communication and innovation.  

Principle of Design  

• Ambitious for All: Every child, regardless of background, will access high-quality computing education  

• Progressive Sequencing: Skills and knowledge build year-on-year. From simple instructions to complex programming concepts within Computing Science. From keeping personal information safe to the evaluation of digital content in Digital Literacy.  

• Cross-curricular Links: Computing supports learning in Math, Science, Literacy and creative subjects.  

• Hands-on-learning: Pupils learn by doing – experimenting, debugging and refining their creations.  

• Inclusive Practice: Adapted approaches ensure accessibility for disadvantaged pupils, pupils with SEND and varying levels of prior experience.  

Assessment 

By the end of KS2, pupils will:  

• Be confident users of technology, able to navigate devices and applications independently.  

• Understand the basics of coding, including sequencing, variables and debugging.  

• Create and evaluate digital content such as presentations, animations, and simple programs.  

• Demonstrate safe and responsible online behaviour, including awareness of cyberbullying and privacy,  

• Show resilience and creativity, when tackling challenges, applying computational thinking across subjects.