Computing – Subject Intent

We will build a computing curriculum that develops children’s learning and results in the acquisition of knowledge of the world around them.

This will ensure all children 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.

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‘Pupils learn to develop their independence from an early age.’

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‘ Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are given extra support if
they fall behind.’

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‘In
mathematics, the ‘small steps’ of knowledge that pupils must learn are clearly identified.’

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‘There are respectful relationships between adults and pupils.’

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‘One pupil, typical of many, said, ‘We should treat others as we expect to be treated ourselves.’

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‘Learning builds on what pupils already know. Teachers have strong subject knowledge and support pupils to develop their reasoning skills.’

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‘There are consistent routines and high expectations.’

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‘The safeguarding of pupils is a priority in school. Staff know pupils and families well.’

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‘Pupils enjoy taking part in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences, such as rugby club and choir.’

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‘ The early years staff know their children well.’

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‘Pupils feel safe in school. Bullying is rare.’

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‘Leaders and teachers promote a respect of different cultures and ideas.’

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‘Pupils are confident that staff will help them if they have any concerns.’

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‘Pupils are supportive of one another’

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‘Children enjoy exploring the purposeful learning environment that staff have created for them.’

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‘Leaders are working to further improve their curriculum.’

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‘Pupils listen carefully to other people’s opinions.’

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‘ Children learn to read as soon as they start at school. Welltrained staff skilfully help children to read with increasing confidence.’

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‘Across
the school, pupils behave well both in lessons and during social times.’

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‘One group of pupils is supporting the community to develop a sensory garden in
the local area.’

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‘Leaders encourage pupils to take on responsibilities in school.’

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‘Staff have given careful thought to what
children will learning each term.’

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‘Teachers encourage pupils
to read in a variety of ways.’

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‘Pupils move around the school sensibly.’

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‘Pupils are respectful of people with different backgrounds or beliefs.’

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‘Pupils learn how to stay safe, including when using the internet.’

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‘Pupils enjoy their role as ambassadors for the school, welcoming visitors and organising fundraising events.’

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‘Leaders know how important it is for pupils to enjoy reading.’

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‘Leaders ensure that staff have the training and support to meet the needs of pupils with SEND’

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