Our Computing Curriculum

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At Otley All Saints C.E. Primary School, we recognise the importance of computing in everyday life; it has links across the whole curriculum with deep links in mathematics, science, and design and technology. Therefore, it is our aim to equip children with the relevant knowledge and skills required to explore and understand the core elements of the computing curriculum: computer science, information technology and digital literacy.  We acknowledge that future generations will rely heavily on their computational confidence and digital skills both as general skills for life and in order to support their progress within their chosen career paths. Therefore, our curriculum ensures that children become proficient in using computational thinking skills and be digitally literate (confident users of ICT, collaborators and developers) who are able to share work and participate safely in a digital world. 

The Sheffield Scheme for Computing forms the basis of our curriculum; it ensures both full coverage of the national curriculum objectives and the progression of skills across each age group.  From Year 1 onwards, the key strands of computing are taught: computer science, information technology and digital literacy. Specific online safety objectives are also incorporated into the teaching of computing and PSHE. Computing in our Foundation Key Stage is centred around play. Both unplugged (no computer) and digital activities focus on building children’s listening skills, curiosity and creativity and problem solving.

We want learners to discuss, reflect and appreciate the impact both computing and the digital world have on their learning, development and general wellbeing. Above all we would like children to enjoy their learning. They will be equipped, not only with the skills and knowledge to use technology effectively and for their own benefit, but more importantly, safely.