Computing
The All Saints’ Way…
Working together as a TEAM
Taking Risks – children who show courageous determination in their learning
Encouraging Learning – children being curious in their learning
Achieving Goals – children having the desire to be the best that they can be
Making Memories – in a school where children are respectful, show kindness and experience joyfulness!
The Lord says "I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you" (Psalm 32 v8). This psalm gives us strength and courage in our convictions as curriculum designers
Computing Curriculum Intent...
We want our children to be independent, forward thinkers of technology and not passive learners. Technology is ubiquitous and will play a pivotal role in shaping and influencing our children’s’ lives. Therefore, we aim to model and educate our children’ on how to use technology that reflects our schools Christian values. When teaching computing, we equip children with the skills required to use computers effectively to enable them to maximise their potential. To do so, we deploy teaching strategies through the Purple Mash scheme of work. We want our pupils to understand that there is always a choice when accessing technology, and as a school, in particular with ‘social media’ - we aim to model positive use. We understand that preventative methods of online/ social media misuse can be addressed through education, embedded within our school Christian values and reinforced through our PSHE Curriculum. We understand that accessibility opportunities of hardware/ software and unplugged resources, either in school or from home, creates equality for all children and our knowledge rich curriculum will aim to cultivate a TEAM of computer-skilled scientists. Upon leaving All Saints’, we aim for children to become confident users of computing and responsible digital citizens who are ready to meet the challenges of their digital future.
Implementation
In Reception children have access to a variety of opportunities to access technology to enhance their learning. From Year 1 upwards in addition to the use of technology to enhance learning the children are designated one lesson of Computing learning a week. We use Purple Mash as a cohesive scheme of work addressing the statutory aspects of the National Curriculum. Computing is branched into three aspects: Computer Science; Information Technology; and Digital Literacy, so that our pupils are set a relevant, challenging continuum of age-related skills and knowledge for their own year groups across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and 2.
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. Finding the right balance with technology is key to an effective education and a healthy lifestyle. We feel the way that we implement Computing within cross curricular channels at All Saints’ helps children realise the need for the right balance and one they can build on in their next stage of education and beyond. We encourage regular discussions between staff and pupils to best embed and understand this. The way pupils showcase, share, celebrate and publish their work will best show the impact of our curriculum. We look for positive impact through observing learning regularly, early intervention where necessary and reviewing pupil’s digital skills through tools across Purple Mash. Progress of our Computing curriculum is measured through outcomes and the record of coverage mainly through work saved in children's ‘to do’ content electronically in addition to #Computing posts on Tapestry.
