Computing

At Manor Park we aim to ensure that all pupils:

§ can understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation

§ can analyse problems in computational terms, and have repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems

§ can evaluate and apply information technology, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems

§ are responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication technology.

Early Years Provision at Manor Park Infants and Nursery:

Children in our Early Years recognise that a range of technology is used in places such as homes and schools. They select and use technology for particular use.

22-36 months

• Seeks to acquire basic skills in turning on and operating some ICT equipment.
• Operates mechanical toys, e.g. turns the knob on a wind-up toy or pulls back on a friction car.
   

30-50 months

• Knows how to operate simple equipment, e.g. turns on CD player and uses remote control.
• Shows an interest in technological toys with knobs or pulleys, or real objects such as cameras or mobile phones.
• Shows skill in making toys work by pressing parts or lifting flaps to achieve effects such as sound, movements or new images.
• Knows that information can be retrieved from computers

40-60 months

• Completes a simple program on a computer.
• Uses ICT hardware to interact with age-appropriate computer software.

Key stage 1

Our KS1 children are taught to:

§ understand what algorithms are; how they are implemented as programs on digital devices; and that programs execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions

§ create and debug simple programs

§ use logical reasoning to predict the behaviour of simple programs

§ use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content

§ recognise common uses of information technology beyond school

§ use technology safely and respectfully, keeping personal information private; identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact on the internet or other online technologies.