Computing
Intent
At Oak View, we aim to provide a high-quality computing education that equips pupils with the essential skills to navigate the digital world safely and confidently. Our curriculum is designed to ensure that all pupils:
- Develop secure digital literacy and an understanding of how to use technology responsibly.
- Gain experience in programming, data handling, and using creative technologies.
- Understand online safety and the ethical use of digital tools.
- Build transferable skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving that support learning across all subjects.
Implementation
We follow the Teach Computing Curriculum, a comprehensive scheme that provides clear progression from Year 1 to Year 6. Each half term, pupils study a specific computing strand—ranging from programming and data handling to multimedia and networks. The curriculum is carefully sequenced to revisit and build upon prior learning.
Key features of our implementation include:
- Digital Resources: Pupils have individual access to Chromebooks or laptops, with additional access to iPads. BeeBots and Micro:bits provide opportunities for hands-on learning and creative problem-solving.
- Tools & Platforms Used: Scratch, Logo, Google Classroom, Code for Life, Paint, and more.
- Online Safety: Taught explicitly in every year group using trusted resources such as Project Evolve, Thinkuknow, and Internet Legends, all aligned with the UKCIS Education for a Connected World framework.
We ensure all pupils, including those with SEND, can access and succeed in computing through adaptive teaching strategies and support.
Impact
By the end of each key stage, pupils at Oak View will:
- Be digitally literate and able to use technology confidently and creatively.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of computer science through practical programming and problem-solving.
- Recognise and respond to online safety risks, using taught strategies to stay safe and responsible online.
- Apply their computing skills across subjects and in real-world contexts.
Pupil progress is monitored through formative assessment during lessons, review of work in digital portfolios, and through key computing tasks. Pupil voice is regularly gathered to inform curriculum development and ensure engagement.