Computing

The teaching of computer skills is integrated into most areas of the curriculum. In Key Stage 2 specific computer skills such as word processing, desk top publishing, graphic modelling, use of database software, e-mailing, use of the internet and multi-media presentations are taught. Through Computing, pupils are taught to find things out, develop ideas and make things happen, exchange and share information, and review, modify and evaluate their work as it progresses. Access to the internet is controlled to prevent children connecting to inappropriate sites.  We teach 4 main areas - Algorithms and Programming, Data and Information, How computers work, Communication and E-safety.

Below is a list of programs that we use in school to facilitate the curriculum:

Algorithms and Programming

Scratch/Scratch jnr - iPad and laptop

Snap - internet/laptop

Code Kingdoms

Hopscotch

Appshed (available via Launchpad 365)

Bee-bot/Bee-bot Pyramid - iPad (as well as Bee-bot/Pro-bot/Roamer Robots)

Tynker

Data and Information

Numbers - iPad

Pages - iPad

Popplet - iPad

Pureflow - Branching databases iPad

Survey Master

How computers work

Garage Band

iMovie

Tellagami

Explain Everything

Communication and e-safety

Simpl - creating websites on iPad