Computing at Crockerne.

At Crockerne, we love computing! We want our children to build a healthy and balanced relationship with technology and see the learning potential that comes from their time spent online. Technology has become an integral part of children and young people’s lives in today’s society, both within school and in their lives outside of school. Technology creates a portal into an ever-changing world where children can express their ideas in innovate and creative ways.  

Our aim at Crockerne is to support children in becoming Master of Technology by allowing them to be confident and knowledgeable users in all areas of computing. Through our embedded computing curriculum children will gain transferable skills which will support them in their school and future professional ventures. The computing curriculum is progressive and builds on the previous year's skills and knowledge and allows children to apply these skills and knowledge in a range of creative ways. Our computing curriculum covers computer science, information technology, digital literacy and E-safety.  During computing lessons children will use either Ipads, desktop computers, chrome books or programmable toys such as bee-bots.  

Online safety is also a large focus within Crockerne; we want to support children in becoming and remaining responsible online citizens. We believe that children should be aware of the positives and the dangers of the online world and the best way for children to be safe is to be aware. At Crockerne we teach online safety discretely but also continuously model using technology safely, responsibly and positively.  

Computing Curriculum - 2 Year Coverage Cycle