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The exciting things I will learn in Computing at St Joseph’s are:
At St Joseph’s, the Computing curriculum is delivered in line with the National Curriculum requirements through the use of Purple Mash, an online learning platform. Purple Mash provides a structured and progressive scheme of work that covers the three strands of computing: Computer Science, Information Technology and Digital Literacy.
Computer Science: Pupils develop understanding of algorithms, coding and logical reasoning through interactive coding activities and games such as “2Code” and “2Go.”
Information Technology: Children learn to use a range of digital tools for creating, presenting and handling data, such as using “2Publish,” “2Calculate,” and “2Animate.”
Digital Literacy: Pupils are taught how to use technology safely and responsibly through age-appropriate e-safety lessons built into Purple Mash.
Teachers use Purple Mash’s planned progression of skills and assessment tools to ensure full coverage of the National Curriculum objectives from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2. Lessons are differentiated and adaptable, enabling teachers to support and challenge learners at all levels.
The exciting things that take place in computing are:
Take part in Safer Internet Day annually.
Design and build websites and posters to share information and ideas.
Program virtual robots and characters to solve challenges and puzzles.
Use spreadsheets and databases to collect and analyse data in fun projects.
Explore digital art and music, making creative pieces using different software tools.
Learn how to stay safe online through interactive e-safety activities and discussions.
Work together on digital projects, sharing and presenting our ideas to the class.
Discover how computers work — from binary code to networks and hardware.
Use computing across the curriculum, linking it with subjects like maths, science, and art.
Why do I need to know this?
A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science and design and technology and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through, information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.
Digital Leaders
Support other pupils in computing and when using technology.
Promote online safety by sharing key messages during assemblies and Safer Internet Day.
Help teachers and classes set up and use digital equipment like iPads, laptops and interactive boards.
Encourage responsible use of technology, being positive role models for online behaviour.
Assist during computing lessons, helping classmates who need extra support.
Lead clubs or lunchtime sessions to share coding, animation, or digital art skills.
Provide pupil voice feedback about how computing can be improved across the school.
Coding Club
At lunchtime Coding Club, children explore and enjoy computing in a fun, relaxed environment. Supported by our Digital Leaders, pupils:
Experiment with problem-solving challenges, learning to debug and improve their programs.
Work together on creative projects, such as animations or interactive stories.
Share ideas and help each other, building teamwork and communication skills.
Learn from the Digital Leaders, who offer guidance, demonstrations and encouragement.
The club helps children build confidence, creativity and enthusiasm for computing beyond the classroom.
What do we say about Computing?
L in Eagles said, “We learn lots to help us get better at using laptops”
T in Penguins said, “Computing is fun and interesting, I like creating animations and getting better”
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