Computing

Intent

At Christ Church, our Computing curriculum is carefully mapped to ensure every child develops the knowledge, skills, and understanding to thrive in a digital world. We aim to create confident, creative, and responsible users of technology who understand core computer science concepts, can apply them across subjects, and make informed decisions online. The curriculum is designed to build progressively, with concepts introduced, revisited, and extended as pupils move through the school, ensuring continuity and depth of learning.

Implementation

We follow the Kapow Computing scheme, which provides a coherent sequence of learning across the three strands of Computing: Computer Science, Digital Literacy, and Information Technology. Each unit is mapped to ensure skills and knowledge develop year-on-year, with opportunities to consolidate prior learning before progressing.

Learning is delivered through hands-on, practical activities both online and offline. Pupils access a wide range of devices, including iPads, Google Chromebooks (generously supported by our PTA), and a well-equipped computer suite. Cross-curricular links are embedded so that pupils can apply computing skills in real contexts.

Online safety is integrated throughout the curriculum, enabling children to understand how to protect themselves and others, communicate responsibly, and develop as respectful digital citizens.

Impact

Our mapped curriculum ensures pupils build secure, progressive knowledge and can apply computing skills confidently across subjects. By the time they leave Christ Church, children demonstrate curiosity, problem-solving, and resilience when working with technology. They understand both the opportunities and responsibilities of the digital world, communicate effectively online, and make safe, ethical choices. Regular assessment and pupil voice confirm strong progress and readiness for the next stage of learning.