At Sacred Heart School we base our planning on the 2Simple Computing Scheme of Work.   The scheme of work we follow is aligned with the National Curriculum requirements for computing and ensures progressive, comprehensive curriculum coverage across all year groups. Computing is taught by a subject specialist teacher and by class teachers.

Early Years

Computing forms part of the 'Understanding the World’ EYFS Development Matters Framework. This is taught through the use of the classroom computers, recording devices, programmable toys and machines. It is both integrated into other subjects and is taught as a specific subject in the Summer Term in preparation for their transition to KS1.

KS1 and KS2

Each KS1/2 class has a dedicated computing teaching slot each week. Children are taught, in class, using  shared sets of Chromebooks. Each child has access to their own device and each has their own Google Workspace profile and access to other learning platforms.  There is regular usage of iPads/Chromebooks in other subject areas e.g. subject research or learning support apps such as Reading Eggs and Times Tables Rockstars.

The curriculum overview below illustrates the breadth of teaching in computing covering the three main strands:

• Computer Science

• Information Technology

• Digital Literacy

Computing has a high profile at our school. Children are confident using a wide range of hardware and software, and are diligent learners who value online safety and respect when communicating with one another.

In Sacred Heart you will see,

• Proficient users of technology who are able to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Computing hardware and software being utilised to enhance the learning outcomes of our children, across the curriculum.

• Clear progression in technical skills.

• A learning buzz as children engage in programming and creative activities using digital technologies.