At Campsbourne we teach the National Curriculum for Computing which can be found here.

This has been developed to equip young people with the foundational skills, knowledge and understanding of computing they will need for the rest of their lives. They will learn how computers and computer systems work, they will design and build programs, develop their ideas using technology and create a range of content. We use the Teach Computing Program. Below is an overview of the units which children will enjoy.

Computing Curriculum Map (Teach Computing)

This curriculum covers the following areas:

• Computer Systems and Networks
• Programming
• Data and Information
• Creating Media

In addition to this program we have further enhanced the children’s experiences by investing in other technologies to bring the curriculum to life. For example programming is taught using a suite of Ohbots (Robots) and Laptops which are used to program the robots.

You will also notice that where possible links are made with other curriculum areas so that children are encouraged to recall previous learning and embed their knowledge. For example in Year 4 the children using Andy Warhol, who they learn about in Art, to create digital pictures.

We have also identified key texts which we either have or are looking to purchase so that we can encourage reading throughout the curriculum and where possible we look to provide children with real life experiences through educational trips. These trips are subject to availability.

Assessment

Children are teacher assessed against key skills and the knowledge acquired at the end of each unit.