Computing
Subject Leader: Simon Bushell
At St Francis, computers and other forms of information, communication technology (ICT) equipment are used throughout the school. In this ever-changing technologically enhanced environment, we feel that it is important to teach computing skills both discretely and in the context of other curriculum areas.
Fully immersed in a digital world, the children are taught using Interactive whiteboard and visualisers. Using the schools Chromebooks and Ipads, our children are taught how to access information, evaluate its suitability, store it in their own spaces, share it with others and tailor it to meet their own needs. Alongside this, a secure Wi-Fi network throughout the school ensures full connectivity. In EYFS and year 1 the children’s experiences are shared using Tapestry. In year 2 and Key Stage 2, the children use Google Classroom to publish their digital learning experiences. Technology is used to support children with SEND and to scaffold the learning of some of our most vulnerable children.
To see a curriculum overview of computing, please click the link below:
Computing Curriculum Overview
E-Safety
Staying safe online, also known as E-safety, is taught throughout the school as part of the ICT and PSHCE curriculum. At St Francis we believe it is very important to give E-Safety a high profile and to ensure that all pupils using technology, both in school and at home, understand how to remain safe and in control. To keep the children safe when using the school’s internet, it is filtered using Surfprotect and the children’s usage is always monitored by Securus.
For further information, please see our Online Safety and Acceptable Use Policy and Key Stage 2 code of conduct.
Key Stage 2 Computing Code of Conduct
