THIS DOCUMENT IS a statement of the aims, principles and strategies for teaching and learning of Computing at Caister Infants, Nursery School & Childrens Centre.
IT WAS DEVELOPED through a process of consultation with teaching staff and nonteaching staff and governors.
THIS POLICY WILL be reviewed on a regular basis.
Karen Hobdell
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Rewrite existing policy in line with the current documentation.
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INSET to inform current practice.
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Use of publications to inform and support thinking.
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National Curriculum 2014
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EYFS guidance
The use of computing science is an integral part of the national curriculum and is a key skill for everyday life. Computers, tablets, programmable robots, digital and video cameras are a few of the tools that can be used to acquire, organise, store, manipulate, interpret, communicate and present information. We recognise that pupils are entitled to quality hardware and software and a structured and progressive approach to the learning of the skills needed to enable them to use it effectively.
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Provide a relevant, challenging and enjoyable curriculum for computing for all pupils.
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Meet requirements of the national curriculum programmes of study for computing.
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Use computing as a tool to enhance learning throughout the curriculum.
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To respond to new developments in technology.
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To equip pupils with the confidence and capability to use computing throughout their later life.
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To enhance learning in other areas of the curriculum using computing.
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To develop the understanding of how to use computing safely and responsibly.
The National Curriculum for computing science aims to ensure that all pupils:
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Can understand and apply fundamental principles of computer science, including logic, algorithms, data representation, and communication.
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Can analyse problems in computational terms, and have repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems.
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Can evaluate and apply informational technology, including new or familiar technologies, analytically to solve problems.
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Are responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication technology.
Computing Science is a core subject in the National Curriculum and we use the objectives from this to support planning and to assess children’s progress. Staff use long term planning, based on the NC Programmes of study for KS1 and the EYFS curriculum, to ensure coverage of all areas of the National Curriculum and medium term planning to differentiate objectives according to the year group they teach. One teacher from each year group plans and has access to the Rising Stars Switched On and Think U Know schemes of work.
Foundation Stage
It is important in the Foundation Stage to give pupils a broad, play–based experience of
Computing in a range of contexts, including outdoor play. Computing science is not just about computers. Early years’ learning environments should feature computing science scenarios based on experience in the real world, such as role play. Pupils gain confidence, control and language skills through opportunities to ‘paint’ on a whiteboard or programme a toy.
Key stage 1
By the end of key stage one pupils should be taught to:
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Understand what algorithms are, how they are implemented as programs on digital devices, and that programs execute by following a sequence of instructions.
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Write and test simple programs
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Use logical reasoning to predict and computing the behaviour of simple programs.
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Organise, store, manipulate and retrieve data from a range of digital formats.
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Communicate safely and respectfully online, keeping personal information private, and recognise common uses of computing technology beyond school.
Computing Subject Leader
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Write/review the school policy statement for Computing in consultation with staff and governors and present to the governing body.
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Co-ordinate the implementation of the school policy.
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Produce a scheme of work and systems of record keeping in consultation with the staff and governors.
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Ensure that planning of the curriculum takes account of the age range of pupils, gender, abilities and backgrounds and is appropriate for their needs.
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Monitor the teaching and learning of Computing throughout the school.
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Provide support for colleagues and arrange INSET where appropriate.
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Develop systems for the assessment and recording of children’s progress.
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Purchase materials and equipment within the budget agreed by the governing body, informing the staff of the new resources.
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Keep updated on policy and practice.
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Liaise with other schools and agencies.
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Promote parental interest and understanding in the subject.
Other Subject Leaders
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Take account of Computing Science in monitoring their subjects to gain a picture of how computing is used within their subject across the school
Class Teachers
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Plan and deliver computing science lessons based on the scheme of work.
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Assess and record the attainment of pupils in computing.
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Plan for and deliver lessons featuring computing in other curriculum areas.
Teaching Assistants
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Support teachers in delivering and assessing computing science lessons.
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Teach groups of children using computing when planned for and directed by the teacher.
Reference will be made to the schools:
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Teaching and Learning Policy
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Internet and E-Safety Policy
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Equal Opportunities Policy
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SEN Policy
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Data Protection & Freedom of Information Policy
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Health & Safety
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Assessment, Recording and Reporting Policy
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Curriculum Planning Policy
The Computing Subject Leader has an annual budget, which is used to replace and to purchase new equipment. Staff are encouraged to request additional resources needed to implement the curriculum.
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The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Date Reviewed by Staff: 21/05/2015
Date Approved by Governors:
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