Computing KS3

Curriculum Intent Statement

We aim to develop students who are problem solvers and computational thinkers, who are also aware of the constantly evolving technological landscape.  To develop students skills, knowledge and understanding throughout the three strands of the curriculum; Digital Literacy, IT and Computer Science.  

We will prepare them for their options at Key Stage 4 and 5, and their digital lives beyond.

Skills you will develop during the course
  • Programming
  • Python
  • Digital Media: Creating graphics and animations
  • Web development
  • Data Handling: Spreadsheets
  • Computer Systems and Networks: Hardware and software:
  • Online Safety and Digital Citizenship:

These are just some of the exciting things you'll learn in KS3 computing. By exploring these diverse areas, you'll develop valuable computational thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity, preparing you for success in the digital world and beyond.

Digital Leaders Programme

accredited school

To help schools and other groups harness the power of youth voice and make online safety learning fun and effective. The Childnet Digital Leaders Programme offers young people access to an exciting online community, where they will access training and support from Childnet’s expert team and record achievements and progress. They will also have the opportunity to collaborate and share inspiration with young Digital Leaders across the UK. The programme will also give young people opportunities to engage with leading technology companies and have a say in creating a better internet for the future.

The digital leaders have so far helped with a Year 5 coding event from local primary schools. Created posters about online safety and made a presentation for a Year 9 assembly for safer internet day.

Two of our students have also successfully applied for and become digital champions. For this role they have completed work for Childnet, for example helped with a consultation for Ofcom. They also went to London for safer internet day in February, talking to MPs at the house of commons and also giving a talk at BT tower to people from industry and other organisations about safer internet day.

Digital Leaders Programme

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