Computing - Intent

Computing at Shustoke C of E 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 aim is to provide a Computing curriculum that is designed to balance acquiring a broad and deep knowledge alongside opportunities to apply skills in various digital contexts. 

 Using our Purple-Mash Computing planning alongside The National Curriculum for computing we aim to ensure that all pupils:

Computing - Implementation

Following the Purple Mash Curriculum, we have a  comprehensive progression document for staff to follow to best embed and cover every element of the Computing curriculum. This is updated every year following feedback with changes made to deepen understanding and challenge our learners.

Computing - Impact

Here at Shustoke we encourage our children to enjoy and value the curriculum we deliver. We will constantly ask the 'why' behind their learning and not just the 'how'. We want learners to discuss, reflect and appreciate the impact computing has on their learning, development and well being. Finding the right balance with technology is key to an effective education and a healthy life-style. We feel the way we implement computing helps children realise the need for the right balance and one they can continue to build on in their next stage of education and beyond. We encourage regular discussions between staff and pupils to best embed and understand this. We look for evidence through reviewing pupil’s knowledge and skills and observing learning regularly. Progress of our computing curriculum is demonstrated through outcomes and the record of coverage in the process of achieving these outcomes.