Computing

Computing

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Intent

Computing at Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School intends to develop ‘thinkers of the future’ through a modern, ambitious and relevant education in computing. We want to equip pupils to use computational thinking and creativity that will enable them to become active participants in the digital world. It is important to us that the children understand how to use the ever-changing technology to express themselves, as tools for learning and as a means to drive their generation forward into the future.

Whilst ensuring they understand the advantages and disadvantages associated with online experiences, we want children to develop as respectful, responsible and confident users of technology, aware of measures that can be taken to keep themselves and others safe online.

Our computing curriculum focuses on a progression of skills in digital literacy, computer science, information technology as well as embedding online safety to ensure that children become competent in safely using, as well as understanding, technology.

Beyond teaching computing discreetly, we will give pupils the opportunity to apply and develop what they have learnt across wider learning in the curriculum.

Implementation

computing-knowledge-and-progression-of-skills.pdf

Impact

We use formative assessment to measure the impact of our Computing curriculum, which is recorded and monitored on a tracking system. Evidence of learning and experiences can be found in books and through conversations with our children. The Computing lead monitors the teaching and evidence of the subject through book and planning scrutinies, alongside observations of lessons and conversations with the staff team. Our Knowledge Organisers, ongoing retrieval PowerPoints (see Year Group page) and many other activities and strategies are used to revisit and recap prior learning, and to assess retained facts.