'Computer science is the operating system for all innovation'
Steve Ballmer

We believe a  high-quality computing education equips children to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work and how to put this knowledge to use through programming.

Building on this knowledge and understanding, children are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through, information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.

At Berrow, we use the Kapow primary scheme of work that is designed with three strands running throughout:

• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Digital Literacy

The Scheme of work is organised into give key areas creating a cyclical route through which pupils can develop their computing knowledge and skills by revisiting and building on previous learning:

• Computer systems and networks
• Programming
• Creating Media
• Data Handling
• Online Safety (E-Safety)

This learning pathway demonstrates the computing curriculum as it progresses through the school.