At Eccleston Primary School, our vision is to inspire independent learners to thrive in a changing world and ensure every child develops a healthy relationship with technology. At our school we value and recognise the contribution that technology can make for the benefit of all pupils, staff, parents, governors and society. We strive to provide safe opportunities in computing to motivate, inspire and raise standards across the curriculum. Everyone in our school community will be equipped with the digital skills to meet developing technology with confidence, enthusiasm and prepare them for a future in an ever-changing world.
We want our children to be creators and innovators not just mere consumers of digital content. The idea of the children as digital creators is what underpins our planning and computing units. Our children are taught to understand that technology is an integral part of modern life and the key to the future is to harness and understand technology’s potential. Computing is a constantly evolving subject that involves solving complex problems, being able to collaborate with others, learn from mistakes and refine solutions.
Our computing curriculum is designed to be easy to follow, with logical sequenced steps that will equip all children with the essential skills and knowledge they need to use technology safely and creatively.
Our Computing Curriculum’s aims are:
- To ensure all pupils develop a strong foundation in computational thinking and digital literacy.
- To equip pupils with the skills to thrive in a technology driven world.
- To foster creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking through engaging Computing lessons.
Our pupils will be able to use technology purposefully and safely, understand basic programming concepts, and critically evaluate digital content. By the end of Key Stage 2, pupils will have experience in coding, web design, and digital presentations, and a solid understanding of online safety. Computing supports broader curriculum goals by developing problem-solving skills, fostering creativity, and encouraging teamwork.
Here at Eccleston Primary School, we believe safety is paramount. We promote and model a balanced digital life, recognising that amongst the many positives that technology has to offer, risks exist and children need to be taught to manage their digital lives properly. We strive to model and educate our children to use technology creatively, positively, responsibly and safely. Our curriculum supports the key aims of the government’s Internet Safety Strategy (Digital Literacy / UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS) framework) of supporting children to stay safe and make a positive contribution online, as well enabling teachers to develop effective strategies for understanding and handling online risks.