Computing

Our Intent

We know Computing at Riverbridge has been successful when children leave as proficient users of technology, who are able to use a range of hardware and software safely, competently and responsibly, within an ever-changing technological world. 

Children will develop confidence, skills and knowledge across the 3 Computing strands: Computer Science, Information Technology and Digital Literacy, to ensure a broad and balanced curriculum. Children will become critical thinkers who can apply their creativity to a range of problems across a variety of softwares, including Purple Mash, Google Classroom and different Coding applications. This critical thinking starts in Early Years where the children develop their problem solving skills and begin to use technological devices to evidence their learning. By Key Stage 2, children are actively encouraged to use devices to access not only explicit Computing lessons, but to also develop their skills-sets across the wider curriculum.

Whilst being able to independently use devices by the time children leave Riverbridge; it is of significance that children are able to do so with safety in mind and are aware that, although technology has many positives on our everyday lives, it also comes with many risks. As a result, children will be well-equipped with the knowledge needed to make positive and healthy choices online across a range of areas, ensuring they are aware how to safeguard themselves and others. By following the E-Safety strands provided by the National Online Safety scheme, children will have developed their understanding by revisiting yearly topics, therefore gaining and securing a greater insight. 

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