Computing Curriculum Intent

Our computing curriculum aims to deliver high-quality lessons that inspire all pupils to confidently engage with a wide range of technology.

We strive to create opportunities for pupils to develop both confidence and respect when using technology, recognising its impact on their wider lives.

Through our curriculum, pupils will have the chance to design, evaluate, and problem-solve, applying skills across multiple platforms. These experiences will help embed our core values, such as resilience and respect, while preparing pupils for the digital world.

 

Computing Curriculum Implementation

At St Michael’s Church School, we teach computing in line with the revised National Curriculum. In today’s world, technology is developing rapidly and has the power to change and enhance our lives. To ensure pupils acquire skills relevant to this fast-paced evolution, we follow a skills-based curriculum that enables them to adapt and apply their learning to new technologies.

Curriculum Structure

Pupils develop skills in three key areas:

• Algorithms and Programming – understanding instructions, sequences, and coding.
• Information Technology – using software and systems to create, store, and retrieve content.
• Digital Literacy – using technology safely, respectfully, and responsibly.

Approach

• Pupils use a variety of programs, from built-in software to online platforms, chosen to match their age, ability, and skill level.
• We encourage pupils to become practical, independent problem-solvers when using technology.
• Computing is taught through discrete lessons focused on specific software and hardware, and through cross-curricular applications, such as using technology for design or research.

 

Computing Curriculum Impact

Our Computing curriculum is high quality, carefully planned, and designed to demonstrate clear progression. When pupils meet curriculum expectations, they are considered to be making good or better progress.

We measure impact through the following methods:

• Standards and Progress Reflecting on achievement against planned outcomes and progression documents.
• Knowledge Retention Assessing whether pupils retain key knowledge and skills relevant to Computing.
• Pupil Engagement Monitoring pupils’ enjoyment of Computing lessons and their curiosity to explore more.
• Evidence of Learning Reviewing work that shows a range of topics, cross-curricular links, and differentiation.
• High Standards Across Subjects Ensuring Computing standards match those in core subjects such as English and Maths.
• Monitoring and Professional Development Subject leader learning walks, observations, digital evidence reviews, and staff training ensure teachers’ knowledge remains current.
• Leadership Oversight SLT are kept informed through moderation feedback, subject reports, annual action plans, classroom observations, and meetings with Governors.