Computing at Churcham Primary School prepares pupils to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Our curriculum develops confident, creative and responsible digital citizens who can use technology safely, purposefully and positively. Through high‑quality teaching, pupils build computational thinking, digital literacy and problem‑solving skills that empower them both now and in the future.
We aim to cultivate curiosity, integrity and independence, ensuring every child understands the opportunities technology provides — as well as the responsibilities that come with being online.
Our Computing curriculum is ambitious, inclusive and relevant, enabling all pupils to flourish as capable and responsible users of technology. Pupils develop secure knowledge of computational concepts, digital systems and safe online behaviours.
We aim for pupils to:
Understand the opportunities and challenges of being online
Use technology with respect, responsibility and confidence
Know how to keep themselves and others safe in digital environments
Develop deep knowledge of computational concepts and skills
Explore, analyse, exchange and present information effectively
Apply key principles of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation
Build problem‑solving skills through practical programming experiences
Leave Churcham digitally literate, empowered and ready for the future
Our curriculum celebrates individuality, fosters creativity and provides meaningful experiences that help pupils develop a lifelong love of learning.
Computing is taught using the KAPOW Computing scheme of work, carefully adapted to suit our mixed‑age structure and ensure full coverage of the National Curriculum. Teaching facilitates progression across all key stages within the strands of digital literacy, information technology and computer science.
Through the KAPOW scheme, pupils benefit from:
High‑quality resources that support secure knowledge and skill development
Access to a wide range of hardware (laptops, tablets/iPads, programmable devices)
Opportunities to explore digital communication, cyberbullying, online safety, security, plagiarism and social media
Embedded safe use of digital systems across wider curriculum planning
Regular revisiting of online safety concepts
Online safety updates shared through assemblies, displays and newsletters
Clear communication with parents when online safety concerns arise
Quality first teaching tailored to meet diverse needs
Resilient, motivated learners encouraged to persevere and take pride in progress
High‑quality questioning to deepen understanding and spark curiosity
Learning through misconceptions to strengthen conceptual understanding
Explicit modelling of new learning, guiding pupils step‑by‑step
Our Computing curriculum is rooted in equity and ensures all pupils can access and thrive in their learning. Key features include:
Adapted KAPOW scheme for mixed‑age classes
Opportunities to revisit and consolidate key skills
Targeted adult support
Scaffolded tasks and visual aids
Tailored resources, including Widgit visuals
Pre‑teaching of vocabulary and skills
Peer support and collaborative learning
Teaching is adapted through:
Breaking lessons into manageable chunks
Rephrasing information for clarity
Allowing time for questioning and reflection
Using tailored resources and visual supports
Demonstrating finished examples
Embedding vocabulary through repetition and visual cues
Encouraging talk partners and small group work
Use of the adapted KAPOW scheme organised through a three‑year rolling programme
Consistent use of high‑quality terminology
Exposure to a range of technological devices
A front‑cover sheet outlining learning objectives and key vocabulary
Adults modelling the use of technology linked to the learning objective
The impact of our Computing curriculum is monitored through Insight, lesson drop‑ins, book looks and pupil voice, building a rich and responsive picture of progress and engagement.
By the end of each academic year, pupils:
Meet Age‑Related Expectations (ARE) in Computing
Use technology confidently, creatively and purposefully
Demonstrate secure understanding of digital systems and emerging technologies
Understand the importance of online safety and act responsibly
Apply British Values — democracy, tolerance, mutual respect, rule of law and liberty — when engaging with digital systems
Through well‑planned, sequential lessons:
Pupils are engaged, challenged and inspired
Children speak confidently and enthusiastically about their learning
Every child is supported to succeed and feel proud of their progress
Pupils develop resilience, confidence and secure understanding of computing concepts
Computing skills are applied across the wider curriculum
Computing helps pupils:
Navigate the digital world safely and responsibly
Build problem‑solving and logical thinking skills
Communicate and create using technology
Understand digital systems and emerging technologies
Develop independence, resilience and confidence
Prepare for future learning and employment
Our curriculum ensures every child becomes a capable, confident and responsible digital citizen.