Computing

Subject Overview

At Cordwalles Junior School, we know that computing plays a fundamental role in successfully preparing our children to live in a digital world. Understanding how to navigate a world of technology whilst staying safe online is a vital skill we aim for our children to leave their KS2 journey knowing. Technology is becoming embedded in all aspects of the wider world; therefore, we believe it crucial to teach these concepts outside of Computing lessons, making links and references for the children to be able to effectively apply and transfer their knowledge and skills.

Curriculum Intent

Our aim is to allow children to experience a broad and balanced curriculum which equips pupils with the skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing digital world, creating responsible digital learners. Our students will be able to use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise acceptable and unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns and develop curiosity in how technology works.

Curriculum Implementation

We achieve our aims by delivering lessons based on 'Teach Computing' to ensure we are covering the Computing National Curriculum. Teachers ensure planning is based on a thorough understanding of children's needs, building upon prior learning, accounting for children with SEND and linking to wider learning where possible. All children have access to a variety of technology (including Chromebooks and iPads), safe applications (e.g. iMotion and Google Drive) and websites (e.g. Scratch and J2 Data).

The expectation is that the majority of pupils will move through the units of study at broadly the same pace.  We aim for each child to be confident in developing their ability as they progress through the years.  Teachers carry out formative assessment in each session, verbally providing feedback and identifying children who need support in a timely manner. The computing subject lead regularly monitors the quality and impact of our computing curriculum through learning walks and professional dialogue.

Stay SMART and Be Internet Awesome!

Assemblies

Children have opportunities to discuss E-Safety during assemblies, and they complete follow up activities/competitions.  See below some winning entries from our E-Safety competition!

Safeguarding / E-Safety

The use of the internet is designed to improve and enrich learning activities across the curriculum.  However, we realise the significance of ensuring that all students, both in and out of school, are responsible and safe users of the Internet and other communication tools.  To protect the children's safety, each class will be taught high quality, E-Safety lessons for using the internet.