Computing

At Victoria Road Primary, we recognise the importance of technology in an increasingly digital
world. Our computing curriculum, supported by Oak National Academy, is designed to provide a
clear and structured progression of knowledge and skills, enabling all pupils to succeed.
We ensure that children develop a strong understanding of computational thinking, alongside
key concepts in computer science, information technology and digital literacy. Through a
carefully sequenced curriculum, pupils build on prior learning, gaining the knowledge they need
to understand and shape the digital world around them.
Our aim is for all children to become confident, responsible and resilient users of technology.
They are taught to use digital tools creatively and purposefully, while developing a secure
understanding of how to stay safe online. Through this approach, pupils are equipped with the
essential knowledge and skills needed for the next stage of their education and for life in a
rapidly evolving digital society.

Computing at Victoria Road Primary is taught across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 through a structured sequence of units, with each year group covering six units across the academic year.
These units are designed to build knowledge progressively, ensuring that pupils revisit and deepen their understanding over time.
In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), computing is introduced through opportunities to explore technology, solve problems and create digital content in meaningful and engaging
contexts.
Our curriculum, supported by Oak National Academy, provides clear progression in both knowledge and skills. Lessons are carefully sequenced to support pupils in developing a secure
understanding of key concepts, while regularly revisiting prior learning to strengthen long-term memory.
Pupils are given opportunities to apply their learning through practical tasks, experimentation and discussion. This approach supports the development of problem-solving skills, creativity
and confidence when using technology. A strong emphasis is placed on the explicit teaching of vocabulary, ensuring that all pupils, including those with limited technical language, can access and articulate their learning effectively.

Through this structured and supportive approach, pupils become increasingly confident in applying their knowledge and skills across a range of contexts, preparing them for the next
stage of their education.

To know more. To remember more. To apply more.
At Victoria Road Primary, the impact of our computing curriculum is reflected in pupils’ ability to retain key knowledge and apply it confidently across a range of contexts. Through a carefully
sequenced curriculum, supported by Oak National Academy, children develop a secure understanding of computing concepts and build on prior learning over time.
Pupils leave each stage of their education as responsible, confident and creative users of technology. They understand how to use the internet safely and recognise potential risks, demonstrating an awareness of how to protect themselves and others in the digital world.
Our curriculum ensures that pupils:
● develop a secure understanding of key computer science concepts, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation
● analyse problems in computational terms and gain practical experience of writing programs to solve them
● confidently evaluate and apply information technology, including unfamiliar technologies, to solve problems
● use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly, recognising risks and knowing how to respond appropriately
We measure the impact of our curriculum through:
● ongoing assessment against clearly defined learning outcomes
● pupil discussions and reflections on their learning (pupil voice)
● evidence of knowledge retention and the ability to apply learning in new contexts
Through this approach, pupils make strong progress from their starting points and are well- prepared for the next stage of their education in an increasingly digital world.