Computing
Year 1
Creating Labels
and Captions

Know how to
use the ICT
Suite

Can log on to /
off the network

Can enter
letters and
numbers using
the keyboard

Identifies the
main keys for
word
processing
e.g. space bar,
full stop
Controlling a
Beebot

Know that
devices need
instructions to
operate
 Can move a
floor robot
forwards and
backwards
Creating a Picture

Can use
simple tools in
a paint
package, e.g.
brushes, fill
tool
Programming a
Computer

Learn that
programs
execute by
following
instructions
Typing Skills

Can form
simple
sentences on
the screen
using a word
processor

Can change
text colour,
size, font in a
simple word
processor

Can combine
text and an
image
Programming a
Computer

Learn to
combine
events to
create more
advanced
programs
Long-term Curriculum 2014 Framework Computing
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Creating an EStory

Can type a
story /
sentences
using
appropriate
keys in a word
processor

Add sound,
text and
images in a
simple ICT
package
Programming a
Computer

Learn that
programs
respond to
different sorts
of inputs
Controlling a
Probot

Can create a
sequence of
instructions

Understands
that the
sequence of
instructions is
an algorithm
Data Handling

Can search a
database to
find
information

Can enter
information
into a
database
Creating a
Presentation

Can use the
internet
appropriately
to search for
information

Can use an
appropriate
ICT method to
present their
information
Programming a
Computer

Learn that one
object can be
used to control
another object
Creating a
Presentation

Uses text
and images
in a simple
presentation

Uses a
search
engine to find
information
and refine
their search
Designing a
Computer Game

Can create
different
games for
different
purposes
and
audiences
Programming a
Computer

Learn to
make things
happen in a
sequence
Controlling a
Probot

Can use FD,
BK, LT and
RT functions

Can enter a
sequence of
instructions
to move a
floor robot

Can use the
repeat key
Programming a
Computer

Learn to
code using
‘if’
statements
Creating a
Newspaper
Article

Can format
wrapping /
layout of text
and images

Selects
appropriate
tools to add
emphasis
and effect to
their work
Using a Database

Use a
database to
classify
information and
present their
findings
Programming a
Computer

Learn how
computers use
variables
Creating a
Multimedia
Presentation

Combines
texts, images
and hyperlinks
in presentation
software
Programming a
Computer

Learn how
computers use
repetitions and
loops
Making a
Slideshow

Uses a digital
camera
independently

Downloads
photos onto
computers

Combines
photos, sound
and text to
make a
slideshow
Making an Audio
Recording

Can record
their voice onto
audio software

Can choose /
add
appropriate
music for their
recording
Programming a
Computer

Learn how
computers use
numbers to
represent
things
Changing What
An Image Looks
Like

Use image
manipulation
software
successfully to
edit an image
Programming A
Computer

Learn how
computers can
generate
random
numbers and
use these in
simulations
How the Internet
Works

Understand
what the
internet is

Know that
websites are
not always
accurate
Making a
Computer Game

Sequence
instructions to
control onscreen devices
such as a
sprite or avatar

Refine
procedures to
improve
desired
outcomes.

Detect errors
in sequences
and repetitions
and correct
Making a
Slideshow Film

Combines
images, music
and narration
to create a
movie

Can discuss
and compare
the effect on
audiences
Year 6
Programming a
Computer

Learn to use
variables in
more complex
ways
Making a
Spreadsheet
Model

Use
spreadsheets
to plan and
budget for an
event

Can identify
and enter
correct
formulae into
cells
Programming a
Computer

Learn how
computers use
property
values and
parameters to
store
information
about objects
Designing and
Making Computer
Games

Can design
and debug
programs

Algorithms are
developed
according to a
plan and then
tested. Correct
algorithms if
they fail these
tests
Creating a
Multimedia
Presentation

Chooses
which program
to use for
presentation

Considers if
presentation is
suitable for an
audience

Reviews and
edits to
improve their
work
Making a Movie

Combines
moving and
still images

Edits footage
using
appropriate
editing
software