Computing
💻 Computing Curriculum
At Rectory Primary School, our Computing curriculum is deliberately sequenced and coherently mapped to ensure that pupils build a deep and lasting understanding of digital literacy, computer science, and information technology.
Using the Teach Computing scheme, we deliver high-quality, well-structured, and knowledge-rich lessons that demonstrate clear progression across year groups. Each unit is designed to develop pupils’ computational thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills in a way that is both purposeful and engaging.
Our aim is to equip children with the digital skills they need to thrive in an increasingly technological world, while also fostering responsible, safe, and confident use of technology.
Intent
At Rectory C.E. Primary School, we believe that our pupils should be Masters of Technology—confident, capable, and responsible users of the digital world. In an age where technology is ever-present and rapidly evolving, we recognise its integral role in our pupils’ lives and futures.
Our aim is to model and teach the positive, safe, and responsible use of technology, empowering children to make informed choices and navigate the digital world with confidence and care.
Our broad and balanced Computing curriculum is built on a clear progression of skills across the three key strands:
Computer Science – understanding how digital systems work and how to create programs
Information Technology – using technology to create, organise, store, and manipulate digital content
Digital Literacy – developing safe, respectful, and responsible online behaviours
These strands are revisited regularly throughout each key stage to ensure that learning is embedded and skills are continually developed and deepened.
In a world increasingly shaped by social media and digital communication, we place a strong emphasis on online safety. We want every child to understand that they have choices when using technology and that those choices carry responsibility. Our curriculum supports pupils in becoming discerning digital citizens who can use technology to enhance their learning and lives.
Implementation
At Rectory C.E. Primary School, Computing is taught through weekly, timetabled lessons, ensuring consistent and meaningful coverage across all year groups. Our curriculum is carefully designed to develop pupils’ digital competence through the three key strands of Computing:
Computer Science – Understanding coding, programming, and how digital systems work, using a range of physical devices and software
Information Technology – Developing the skills to operate, manipulate, and create digital content using a variety of programs and platforms
Digital Literacy – Learning how to use technology safely, respectfully, and responsibly, with a strong focus on online safety and digital wellbeing
To ensure comprehensive and progressive coverage of these strands, we follow the NCCE Teach Computing curriculum. This high-quality scheme provides a structured and coherent sequence of learning, with topics mapped clearly to the three strands to support skill development and knowledge retention over time.
Each unit builds on prior learning, allowing pupils to revisit and deepen their understanding as they move through the school. This spiral approach ensures that core concepts are reinforced and extended, preparing children to be confident, capable, and responsible digital citizens.
Impact
At Rectory C.E. Primary School, the impact of our Computing curriculum is reflected in the confidence, competence, and digital responsibility our pupils demonstrate as they progress through school.
By the end of Key Stage 2, our pupils will:
💡 Confidently apply their knowledge of computer science, including coding and programming, to solve problems and create purposeful digital solutions
🖥️ Use a range of information technology tools effectively to create, edit, and present digital content across the curriculum
🌐 Understand how to stay safe online, recognising risks, making informed choices, and demonstrating respectful and responsible digital behaviour
📘 Use subject-specific vocabulary to explain their thinking, evaluate digital content, and reflect on their learning
🔄 Build on prior knowledge through a well-sequenced curriculum that revisits and deepens understanding of key concepts over time
Our pupils leave primary school equipped not only with the technical skills needed for the next stage of their education, but also with the critical thinking, creativity, and digital citizenship needed to thrive in a connected world.
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