Computing
Intent
A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world.
Computing Curriculum at Aylesham Primary School
At Aylesham Primary School, our Computing curriculum is designed to be ambitious, knowledge-rich, and future-focused, ensuring every child is fully prepared for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.
Our Approach
- Sequential and Progressive: Learning builds on prior knowledge through a carefully structured spiral curriculum, enabling pupils to deepen understanding year after year.
- Broadening Horizons: We celebrate our local community while inspiring pupils to explore opportunities beyond it.
- Excellence in Computing: Children are exposed to the best ideas, practices, and innovations in the field of Computing.
- Cultural Capital: Enrichment events and experiences help pupils develop confidence, creativity, and resilience.
Our Vision
We aim to prepare children to be lifelong learners, equipped with the confidence and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing technological world. Computing is an integral part of modern life, and we believe every pupil should:
- Access up-to-date equipment and emerging technologies.
- Use ICT to enhance learning across the curriculum, fostering motivation and collaboration.
- Learn in an environment that promotes safety, creativity, and independence.
Our school values—Resilience, Flying High, Teamwork, and Creativity—are embedded throughout our Computing curriculum.
What We Offer
- A curriculum that exceeds National Curriculum expectations, ensuring pupils leave us ready for secondary school.
- Opportunities to develop substantive knowledge in key areas:
- Computing Systems and Networks
- Creating Media
- Programming A & B
- Data and Information
- Mastery of procedural and disciplinary knowledge through hands-on projects and problem-solving.
Online Safety
We take online safety seriously. Through Project EVOLVE, based on the UK Council for Internet Safety’s Education for a Connected World framework, pupils learn about:
- Self-image and Identity
- Online Relationships and Reputation
- Online Bullying
- Managing Online Information
- Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle
- Privacy and Security
- Copyright and Ownership
Regular assemblies, classroom displays, and parent guidance ensure that children and families stay informed and safe online.
Supporting Teachers
We invest in Teach Computing and Project EVOLVE resources to provide:
- High-quality lesson plans and CPD for teachers.
- Reduced workload through ready-to-use materials.
- A progressive, engaging curriculum that inspires a love of Computing.
Computing Curriculum Overview
Aspirations for the Future – Computing
Pupils develop an understanding of how Computing and digital skills connect to exciting careers in the modern world.
Here are some of the jobs pupils could aspire to in the future as a Computing specialist:
- Software Developer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Game Designer
- Web Developer
- IT Support Technician
- Artificial Intelligence Engineer
- Network Engineer