Computing
Computing Curriculum Rationale KS5
Within KS5, pupils will work towards an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work. There will be the opportunity to demonstrate an understanding of, and competency in, digital literacy skills. It will help students progress to a work role where digital literacy skills are required
The curriculum will encourage personal development, motivation and confidence, and provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical skills.
The objectives of this qualification are to enable learners to:
• Understand how to protect devices and data.
• Communicate socially and professionally using technology.
• Apply digital skills in personal and business situations.
• Use digital resources to facilitate their own career progression.
Students will be given opportunities to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in digital skills and be supported into a more specialised level 3 vocational or academic course, or into an apprenticeship.
Computing Curriculum Rationale KS4
It is our intent for our computing curriculum to enthuse and equip pupils with the capability to use technology throughout their lives. We teach pupils to become responsible, respectful and competent users of data, information and communication technology. Pupils are given access to a variety of high quality hardware, software and practical resources that helps to provide an exciting, rich and relevant curriculum for all of our pupils. Pupils are assessed using internal assessment tools with accurate records tracked using Sonar school tracking and communication software.
Within KS4, pupils will work towards a Functional Skills qualification that is designed to provide them with the skills to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education and everyday life. They will understand a range of ways to use technology safely, respectfully, responsibly and securely; including protecting their online identity and privacy, recognising inappropriate content, contact and conduct, and knowing how to report concerns.
Pupils have the opportunity to maximise their potential and achieve qualifications from Entry Level up to Level 2.
Computing Curriculum Rationale KS3
It is our intent for our computing curriculum to enthuse and equip pupils with the capability to use technology throughout their lives. We teach pupils to become responsible, respectful and competent users of data, information and communication technology. Pupils are assessed using internal assessment tools with accurate records tracked using Sonar school tracking and communication software. Strong emphasis is given to online safety throughout our computing curriculum and is also embedded within the wider whole school approach in line with government guidance.
Our KS3 computing curriculum aims to instil critical thinking, reflective learning and a ‘can do’ attitude, particularly when engaging with technology and its associated resources. The curriculum links progressively to KS4 where pupils will undertake qualifications based on knowledge and skills learned in key stages 2 and 3. A range of activities are completed covering Digital Literacy, Computer Science and Information Technology.
Computing Curriculum Rationale KS2
Within our lower school, our computing curriculum aims to provide our pupils with a broad, play-based experience of computing in a range of contexts. Pupils gain confidence, control and language skills through opportunities to ‘paint’ on interactive board/devices or control remotely operated toys. Pupils are taught to communicate safely and respectfully online, keeping personal information private, and to recognise common uses of information technology beyond school. Pupils are assessed using internal assessment tools with accurate records tracked using Sonar school tracking and communication software.
As our pupils progress through lower school and make the transition to upper school they will learn to organise, store, manipulate and retrieve data in a range of digital formats.
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Long term plans available on request