Intent

At Leechpool, our Computing curriculum equips pupils to be confident, safe and creative users of technology. We aim to develop children’s digital literacy, problem-solving and understanding of computer science, while preparing them to navigate an increasingly digital world with independence and critical awareness. Our curriculum supports pupils to become responsible digital citizens who can use technology to communicate, create and explore with purpose and care.

Implementation

Computing is taught weekly using a sequenced long-term plan aligned to the National Curriculum. The curriculum is structured across three core strands: computer science, digital literacy and information technology. Children build coding and programming knowledge from EYFS to Year 6, using age-appropriate tools such as Bee-Bots, Scratch, and block-based coding before progressing to more advanced programs. Alongside this, pupils are taught how to create, edit and present digital content, including graphics, video, and data handling.

Online safety is explicitly taught each half term through Purple Mash and Project Evolve, with key messages regularly reinforced through PSHE, assemblies and pupil-led discussion. Adaptations are made to ensure all learners can access the curriculum, including pre-teaching of vocabulary, scaffolded platforms, unplugged alternatives and visual instructions. Planning is enriched through real-life applications, links to careers, and purposeful use of cross-curricular technology.

Impact

Pupils leave Leechpool with the skills and understanding to use technology safely, creatively and independently. They can design and debug programs, evaluate digital content, and select tools to support their learning. Children demonstrate curiosity and responsibility in their digital use and are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of secondary computing. For some pupils, computing sparks a deeper interest in digital design, coding or tech careers — and they leave with the confidence to follow that passion.