Computing

What is Computing?
​At Elloughton Primary School our Computing curriculum is where children learn to use computers and technology safely, creatively and confidently. It includes Computer Science, Information Technology and Digital Literacy, helping pupils develop skills for school and everyday life. 

What Our Pupils Learn
Computer Science

• Understanding how computers work
• Learning the basics of coding and algorithms
• Using unplugged activities and coding tools like Scratch or block-based programming
  

Information Technology (IT)

• Using software to create digital content
  • Presentations
  • Digital art
  • Documents and spreadsheets
• Developing typing and file-management skills

Digital Literacy

• Using technology responsibly and safely
• Researching and evaluating information online
• Understanding online safety and wellbeing

 
How We Teach Computing:

• Lessons are delivered across every year group (Years 1–6). 
• We follow the Teach Computing Scheme of work. 
• Reception and nursery look at computing through provision resources. 
• We use a mix of:
  • Interactive teaching
  • Hands-on activities
  • Group and individual work

 
Online Safety (E-Safety)
Keeping children safe online is a core part of computing. Pupils learn:

• How to protect personal information
• How to recognise online risks
• Safe and respectful online behaviour

We have a yearly safer internet day where we focus on a particular topical concept of technology. 
We also share e-safety information and resources with parents throughout the year. 

Links to computing curriculum documents:

• Computing progression