ICT

Curriculum Overview

Our ICT curriculum combines the three strands of Computer Science, ICT and Digital Literacy. This can be framed as a unified pathway that develops technical understanding, creative digital production and safe effective use of technology to provide a strong foundation for our KS4 qualification of Imedia.

Key Skills developed

Computational thinking
Digital content creation
Information technology skills
Programming foundations
Digital literacy and online safety
Understanding digital systems

How parents and carers can support

Encourage regular use of digital tools
Promote safe and responsible online behaviour
Encourage problem solving and resilience
Talk about real world technology
Encourage digital hobbies
Provide structure and support with deadlines
Model good digital habits

Useful Websites

BBC Bitesize Computing – great for clear explanations, videos, quizzes and revision
Code.org – great for fun game style activities for learning code and problem solving
Scratch – great for block coding, games, animations and interactive stories
Canva – great for posters, graphics, presentations and digital media projects
CEOP Education – great for online safety, digital footprints, cyberbullying and social media awareness
Typing Club – great for improving typing speed and accuracy

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