Intent

Our intention is for a Cambridge pupil to show a true understanding and enjoyment of the three strands (digital literacy, information technology and computer science) of computing. They demonstrate bravery when using new software or hardware and when voicing their views and opinions with their peers. A Cambridge pupil learns to think innovatively to solve problems and, by collaborating with others, they are able to develop resilience and their critical thinking skills. Through their developed sense of ownership, pupils continuously reflect on their learning and achievements in computing. 

When children leave The Cambridge Primary, they will have the following key skills;

• Demonstrate digital literacy, whilst using digital technologies effectively and safely; knowing what their associated limitations and dangers are.
• Confidently and creatively use a variety of software and multimedia for a range of purposes.
• Critically evaluate a variety of hardware and software, choosing the best devices and programs for a specific purpose.
• Analytically create, test and de-bug programs.
• Critically evaluate their own work and that of others.
• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills when using computer hardware and software.

 

Implementation

Computing throughout the curriculum provides opportunities for children to collaborate with partners, small groups and the whole class to discuss ideas, develop their thinking and understand different areas of computing. Where possible, computing lessons are linked to topics, deepening learning through connections. Computing lessons are taught as a whole class and provide ‘hands on’ opportunities for children to use all types of computing hardware (laptops, iPads, Chromebooks, Beebots and Lego We Do). By following our feedback policy, teachers and LSAs are able to praise children’s achievements and challenge their understanding even further.

 

Impact

The children at The Cambridge Primary School enjoy computing lessons and are confident in using a range of computing hardware. Children are able to transfer their computing skills from one device to another and are able to articulate why they like using specific hardware. 

 

Fundamental British Values in Computing

We promote tolerance through respecting and discussing the views and opinions of others. All pupils are encouraged to recognise not only their strengths but also the strengths of others. To help ensure there is gender balance and equality, when appropriate, computing lessons are linked to topics to help engage all pupils. Computing lessons are differentiated to enable all children to achieve, and enjoy learning, during their computing lessons.