Computing

Intent

At Sacred Heart we want pupils to be masters of technology. Technology is everywhere and will play a pivotal part in pupils’ lives. Therefore, we want to model and educate our pupils on how to use technology positively, responsibly and safely. We want our pupils to be creators and not just consumers so our computing curriculum reflects this. We recognise that the best prevention for a lot of issues we currently see with technology/social media is through education. Building our knowledge in this subject will allow pupils to effectively demonstrate their learning through creative use of technology.

We recognise that technology can allow pupils to share their learning in creative ways. We also understand the accessibility opportunities technology can provide for our pupils. Our knowledge rich curriculum has to be balanced with the opportunity for pupils to apply their knowledge creatively, which will in turn help our pupils become skilful computer scientists.

We encourage staff to try and embed computing across the whole curriculum to make learning creative and accessible. We want our pupils to be fluent with a range of tools to best express their understanding and hope by Upper Key Stage 2, children have the independence and confidence to choose the best tools to fulfil tasks and challenges set by teachers.

Implementation

We have created a comprehensive progression document for staff to follow to best embed and cover every element of the computing curriculum. The knowledge/skills statements build year on year to deepen and challenge learners.

Information technology	Computer Science	Digital Literacy
Word Processing/Typing	Computational Thinking	Self Image and Identity
Data Handling	Programming	Online Relationships
Presentations, Web Design and eBook	Computer Networks	Online Reputation
Animation		Online Bullying
Video Creation		Managing Online Information
Photography and Digital Art		Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle
Sound		Copyright and Ownership

We feel that the majority of computing should be embedded across the curriculum. All classes have a timetabled computing session each week. However, knowing how packed a weekly timetable can be, we hope this approach will allow for flexibility. Therefore, the timetabled computing session should focus on either computer science or a tinkering session. A tinkering session looks at introducing a new app or tool and giving children the opportunity to experiment and familiarise themselves with the different elements and tools before it can be applied in a more focused approach across the curriculum.

Impact

We encourage our children to enjoy and value the curriculum we deliver. We want learners to discuss, reflect and appreciate the impact computing has on their learning, development and wellbeing.

Finding the right balance with technology is key to an effective education and a healthy lifestyle. The way pupils showcase, share, celebrate and publish their work will best show the impact of our curriculum. We also look for evidence through reviewing pupils’ knowledge and skills digitally through tools such as Seesaw.

Word Processing/Typing
Year Group	NC objectives	Skills/knowledge	Apps
EYFS	Children recognise that a range of technology is used in places such as homes and schools. They select and use technology for particular purposes.	I can play on a touch screen games and use computers/keyboards/mouse in role play. I can type letters with increasing confidence using a keyboard and tablet. I can dictate short, clear sentences into a digital device.	Seesaw Word Pic collage
Y1	use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content	I can confidently type words quickly and correctly on a digital device. I can use the space bar to make a space and delete letter/words. I can make a new line using enter/return.	Word Book Creator Seesaw Pic collage
Y2		I can use the space bar only once between words and twice after a full stop. I can edit text. I can copy and paste images and text. I can insert a picture from the shared drive. I can use wordart and glow. I can change the size, colour and font of text. I can use caps lock for capital letters.	Word Book Creator Seesaw Quiver
Y3	select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data and information	I can use index fingers on keyboard home keys (f/j), use left fingers for a/s/d/f/g, and use right fingers for h/j/k/l I can edit the style and effect of my text and images to make my document more engaging and eye-catching. E.g. word-art, glow, shadows, borders I can use cut, copy and paste to quickly duplicate and organise text.	Word Seesaw Powerpoint Keynote Popplet Book creator
Y4		I can combine digital images from different sources, objects and text to make a final piece for a variety of tasks e.g. posters, documents, eBooks, leaflets. I can confidently and regularly use text shortcuts such as cut, copy, paste and delete to organise text. I can use font sizes appropriately for audience and purpose. I can use spell check and thesaurus including Siri and other AI technology.	Word Seesaw Powerpoint Keynote Book creator
Y5		I can start to apply other useful effects to my documents such as hyperlinks. I can import sounds to accompany and enhance the text in my document. I can organise and recognise text on screen to suit a purpose.	Word Seesaw Powerpoint Keynote Book creator
Y6		I can confidently choose the best application to demonstrate my learning. I can format text to suit a purpose. I can publish my documents online and discuss the audience and purpose of my content.	Word Seesaw Google docs Keynote Book creator

Data Handling
Year Group	NC objectives	Skills/knowledge	Apps
EYFS	Children recognise that a range of technology is used in places such as homes and schools. They select and use technology for particular purposes.	I can identify a chart. I can sort physical objects, take a picture and discuss what I have done. I can present simple data on a digital device.	Seesaw
Y1	use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content	I can sort images or text into two or more categories on a digital device. I can collect data on a topic. I can record myself explaining what I have done and what it shows me.	Seesaw Pic collage
Y2		I can create a branching database using questions	We are zoologists – classification key
Y3	select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data and information	I can create my own sorting diagram and complete a data handling activity with it using images and text. I can start to input simple data into a spreadsheet.	Excel numbers
Y4		I can create my own multiple choice questionnaire. I can input data into a spreadsheet and export data in a variety of ways e.g. bar charts, pie charts.	Excel numbers
Y5		I can create and publish my own online questionnaire and analyse the results. I can use simple formulae to solve calculations including =sum and other statistical functions. I can edit and format cells in a spreadsheet.	Excel numbers
Y6		I can write spreadsheet formula to solve more challenging maths problems. I can create and publish my own online quiz with a range of media (images and video)	Excel Numbers Google forms Google sheets

Presentations, web design and eBook creation
Year Group	NC objectives	Skills/knowledge	Apps
EYFS	Children recognise that a range of technology is used in places such as homes and schools. They select and use technology for particular purposes.	I can record my voice over a picture. I can create a simple digital collage. I can move and resize images with my finger or mouse.	Seesaw
Y1	use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content	I can add voice labels to an image. I can add a voice recording to a storyboard. I can add speech bubbles to an image to show what a character thinks. I can import images to a project from the web and camera roll.	Seesaw Pic collage
Y2		I can add voice labels to an image. I can add a voice recording to a storyboard. I can add speech bubbles to an image to show what a character thinks. I can import images to a project from the web and camera roll.	Seesaw Book creator Seesaw Pic collage Thinglink Balloon stickies plus
Y3	select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data and information	I can create an interactive comic with sounds, formatted text and video. I can annotate an image with videos. I can create a simple web page. I can create a simple digital timeline/mindmap.	Balloon stickies plus Thinglink Adobe spark page Book creator keynote
Y4		I can create an interactive quiz eBook introducing hyperlinks. I can create an eBook with text, images and sound. I can create a presentation demonstrating my understanding with a range of media. I can create a digital timeline/mindmap and include different media – sound and video.	Balloon stickies plus Thinglink Adobe spark page Book creator keynote
Y5		I can collaborate with peers using online tools e.g. blogs, office 365 I can create and export an interactive presentation including a variety of media, animations, transitions and other effects. I can create an interactive guide to an image by embedding digital content and publishing it online. I can create a webpage and embed video.	Thinglink Adobe spark page Book creator Keynote Powerpoint wakelet
Y6		I can create a website which includes a variety of media. I can design an app prototype that links multimedia pages together with hyperlinks. I can choose applications to communicate to a specific audience. I can evaluate my own content and consider ways to make improvements.	Thinglink Adobe spark page Book creator Keynote Powerpoint Wakelet Blippit

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