Computing
Our computing curriculum is based on the Rising Stars Switched on Computing Scheme. This scheme fully covers the requirements of the National curriculum and is sequenced to allow children to build on their knowledge as they progress throughout primary school. This covers:
- word-process, make a spreadsheet and create and interrogate a database
- search for information using the Internet • programme a controllable device, understand what an algorithm is and write simple programs
- communicate with others through e-mail, simple presentations, film-making and pod-casting
- use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly.
This scheme was selected as it has cross-curricular units and helps children to see how computing can be applied in a wide range of contexts. It also allows teachers to have the freedom to adapt the planning to suit individual needs and interests of the children whilst ensuring progressing is being made.
Online safety is taught through the Cambridgeshire Primary Personally Development Programme Scheme and Project Evolve. These two schemes cover a range of online safety which include: ·
- Self-image and identity
- Online relationships
- Online reputation
- Online bullying
- Managing online information
- Health, well-being and lifestyle
- Privacy and Security
- Copyright and Ownership.
Curriculum Overview
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AUTUMN 1 |
AUTUMN 2 |
SPRING 1 |
SPRING 2 |
SUMMER 1 |
SUMMER 2 |
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Year 6 |
We are Gamers. Making a text based adventure game |
We are Computational thinkers Mastering algorithms
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We are Network Technicians Creating a short TV advert |
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Year 5 |
We are game developers. Developing an interactive game |
We are bloggers. Sharing experiences and opinions |
We are artists. Fusing geometry and art |
We are cryptographers. Cracking codes |
We are web developers. Creating a website about cyber safety |
We are architects. Creating a virtual space |
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Year 4 |
The Internet
-Networks -Safety and security |
Audio Production
-Effective use of tools -Creating media |
Repetition in shapes
-Algorithms -Programming |
Data Logging
-Computing Systems -Data and information |
Photo Editing
-Effective use of tools -Creating Media |
Repetition in Games
-Programming -Data and information |
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Year 3 |
Connecting Computers
-Networks -Computer Systems |
Stop Frame Animation
-Effective use of tools -Creating Media |
Sequencing sounds
-Programming -Design and Development |
Branching Databases
-Data and Information -Effective use of tools |
Desktop Publishing
-Effective us of tools -Creating Media |
Events and Actions in Programs
-Programming -Design and Development |
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Year 2
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We Are Astronauts programming on screen |
We Are Games Testers Exploring how computer games work |
We Are Photographers Taking better photos |
We Are Researchers Researching a topic |
We Are Detectives Collecting clues |
We Are Zoologists Collecting data about bugs |
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YEAR 1 |
We are treasure hunters Tinkering with robots, using predictions and writing and debugging an algorithm (topic link - going on a journey/directions) We are TV chefs Writing, debugging and following an algorithm
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Computer keyboards Logging on to the school sytem
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We are painters |
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EYFS |
We can drive (5) Making a roadway role play
We can listen (9) Using walkie talkies to communicate |
We have feelings (4) A digital presentation book
We can understand messages (11) Listening and recording messages |
We are successful (3) Computer presentation to celebrate achievements |
We are creative (22) Digital art work |
We can observe (20) Making labels for photographs
We are healthy (8) How to use the internet |
We are film producers (24) (video about FS) Using digital equipment to record |