Computing

Our Curriculum Intent

Building a foundation of the principles of Computer science at Key stage 3.  Students will learn computational thinking and be able to think creatively to solve problems.  Students will gain a basic knowledge of how a computer works and how to create programs.  Students will study digital literacy and E-safety to ensure they understand how to use technology responsibly. 

Following Key stage 3 students will be given the opportunity to choose GCSE Computer Science.  They will study Computer Systems, Computational Thinking and Algorithms to a greater depth.

Our Learning Journey

Please click here to view our KS3 Computing Learning Journey

Please click here to view our KS4 Computing Learning Journey 

National Curriculum Mapping

Our schemes of work are aligned with the National Curriculum and are designed to at least meet its requirements, going beyond them in many respects.

To access the National Curriculum Programmes of Study for KS3 & KS4 Computing click here.

The National Curriculum Purpose of Study for Computing is as follows: 

A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science, and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through, information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.

KS4 Course Information

For information about KS4 courses, please refer to the KS4 Curriculum e-booklet.

Please click here for the KS4 Computer Science exam specification.

KS5 Course Information

For information about the KS5 Courses available, click here.