Computing

Computing

 

At Hook Infant School, we recognise that technology is everywhere and that pupils need to master the use of technology to enable them to make informed choices about when and how they will use it.  This is especially true for pupils for whom it will provide greater accessibility to learning.  We want pupils to feel safe exploring computing, knowing that making mistakes is often a good way to further their understanding of what works and what does not work.

Our intention is that pupils will be able to learn computing skills that they will be able to use across all areas of the curriculum.  These skills will support them as life-long learners.

We intend for pupils to have an understanding of the foundations of computing, which includes creating and debugging algorithms, simple programs, logical reasoning and prediction. We also aim for pupils to purposefully and creatively store, manipulate and retrieve digital content as well as being able to recognise how technology is used across the wider world.

We believe that young pupils need a strong, but age-appropriate, understanding of how to keep safe when using modern computing technology and the internet. This will allow pupils to feel protected, well-informed and able to self-regulate when using technology and the internet and all it has to offer.