Our Computing and Online Safety lead is Mr T Venus.
Our Computing and Online Safety link Governor is Mr N Perry.
For curriculum coverage, please read here:
Computing Intent_Computer Programmers Strand
Computing Intent_Computer Users Strand
Computing Intent_Online Safety Strand
At Springvale Primary School, we aim to integrate Computing throughout the wider curriculum as well as teaching specific Computing skills discretely. We intend to provide our children with the skills they will need in secondary school and adult life.
The Computing curriculum is divided into three key strands:
- E-Safety
- Computer Users
- Computer Programmers
Online Safety
As our children live in an increasingly online world, we aim to give them the skills and knowledge they need to make the most of what’s available to them, while being safe and respectful to each other.
Computer Users
This strand focuses on the day-to-day use of a computer and are many of the skills children will need in most jobs when they are older. This knowledge and skills range from using a mouse and keyboard in Foundation Stage to using programs such as Excel and Publisher in Key Stage 2.
Computer Programmers
This strand focuses on developing children’s logical thinking skills, algorithm writing and knowledge of coding in a range of programmes and formats. This can be taught ‘unplugged’ (without computers) or on platforms such as Scratch or Code.org.
We have created and shared some vital Online Safety information here:
Online tips for parents- Online Safety
Specific Guidance for parents re: popular games and apps:
Useful packs to download for different age ranges:
Useful Websites
Online Safety
https://www.saferinternet.org.uk/advice-centre/parents-and-carers
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
Computer Users
Mouse control (KS1 and FS) http://primarygamesarena.com/Topics/Mouse-Control
Typing games (all ages) https://www.typing.com/student/games
Computer Programmers
Scratch (KS2) https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/editor/?tutorial=getStarted
For KS1, you can download Scratch Junior onto your tablet for free.
Code.org (KS2) Minecraft and Flappy Code in the ‘Hour of Code’ section of this website: https://studio.code.org/courses