Computing

Our computing curriculum equips pupils with the essential skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to thrive in a digital world. We develop strong problem-solving skills, logical thinking and creativity through coding and digital projects, encouraging pupils to explore alternative ways of thinking and build resilience.

Online safety is a core priority. Pupils learn how to use the internet safely, responsibly and effectively, with clear links to PSHE and safeguarding to support their personal development. They also develop an understanding of computing security, including how to protect personal information and recognise online risks.

The curriculum meets all National Curriculum requirements while ensuring pupils build transferable digital skills valued by employers and relevant to future learning. By offering a broad, balanced, and practical approach, we prepare pupils to navigate technology confidently and responsibly, now and in the future.

At Grays Farm Primary School, our computing curriculum is delivered throughout the year through three key strands: Creating Media, Digital Literacy & Connectivity, and Computer Science. These strands provide a balanced and progressive approach, ensuring pupils develop a broad set of digital skills, knowledge, and understanding across all year groups.

Creating Media

This strand teaches pupils how to use technology creatively and purposefully. Children learn to produce digital content developing skills in editing, design, presentation and responsible content creation. Through these units, pupils express themselves using a range of digital tools while learning about copyright, ownership and how to evaluate the quality and impact of their work.

Digital Literacy & Connectivity

This strand focuses on how technology links us to the wider world. Pupils explore how networks, the internet and online communication work, and they learn how to stay safe and responsible. This includes understanding search engines, online collaboration, digital identity and the importance of online safety and security. Connectivity lessons strongly reinforce our PSHE and E-Safety curriculum, helping pupils navigate the digital world confidently and respectfully.

Computer Science

In this strand, pupils develop computational thinking through coding and programming. They learn how to give instructions (algorithms), identify and correct errors (debugging), and design increasingly complex programs using age-appropriate tools. These lessons build problem-solving, logical reasoning, and resilience, enabling pupils to understand how computers work and how digital systems follow precise sequences of instructions.