Computing
Intent
Using an adapted version of the "Teach Computing" scheme of work, our Curriculum has been designed with the following intentions:
Coherent planning and sequencing builds towards cumulatively sufficient knowledge, skills, understanding for future learning and employment, underpinned by our principles of learning and values.
It develops a wide range of knowledge, skills,understanding and constructive attitudes towards technology.
It develops theunderlying processes and metacognition needed for students to have a deep understanding of Computer Systems, Programming and the use of digital media.
It recognises that students have the right to become more than competent operators of technology – that they are able to adapt, understand and make discerning use of the technology around them.
Our approach to Online Safety reflects current guidance on reducing the risk of harm to children, through improving their knowledge of Contact, Conduct, Content and Commericalisation risks, as well as critical thinking, to reduce the risk of misinformation,malinformation and disinformation. We also consider the potential impact that A.I will have.
Implementation
We believe that all children should be using computers from an early age to help improve their skills when navigating and using devices – after all, some of our children will be using 22nd-century technology one day. As a result of this belief, across the school, children will have access to laptops and iPads. Computing is implemented across all aspects of our school curriculum.
At Lydiard Millicent CE Primary, we believe that a clear and effective scheme of work that provides coverage in line with the National Curriculum is essential to meet the requirements of our children in order for them to thrive.
We strive to keep children safe online and provide them with the knowledge and tools to do so, by regularly providing Online Safety teaching at the start of Computing lessons. We also empower parents, carers and the wider community with up to date information regarding keeping children safe online. We recognise the unique contribution that e-learning makes to the motivation and effectiveness of learners in our school and the role that the school has in preparing pupils for their future by improving their knowledge and understanding of how technology is an aid to learning.
Impact
We encourage our children to enjoy and value the curriculum that we deliver. Fundamentally, we ask the ‘why’ and not just the ‘how’ to explore the depth of each objective within a stimulating environment that encourages children to discuss, reflect and appreciate the impact that Computing has on their learning, development and wellbeing.
Here are some useful websites:
Typing skills
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/
Modelling Real Life Situations
http://www.funderstanding.com/slg/coaster/
Online -Safety
NSPCC Online
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
This website provides access to a range of online support for both children, parents and other members of the community.
KS2 – Try the Cyber Café on this website (in the 8-11 section)
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/
KS1 – Watch the ‘Hectors World’ videos on this website (in the 5-7 section)
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/
We also offer help and advice during parents evenings and through safeguarding updates in newsletters.
Programming Sites
http://scratch.mit.edu/ (Scratch is a powerful yet easy to access tool for learning the fundamental skills of programming)
https://code.org/en-US/hour-of-ai (Hour of AI provides access to a huge range of interactive teaching and learning activities around Computing)