Computer Science
Curriculum Overview
Computer Science Vision
At St. Aidans we aim for our students to be confident digital citizens who want to embrace the technologies around them – both old and new. We strive to create opportunities that encourage our young people to use technology and create innovative solutions to problems within their own lives and to support others in society to “live a life in all of its fullness.” We want them to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to do this in a safe and responsible way.
Use the link to read our ICT intent for KS3 and KS4.
Use the links below to explore the ICT curriculum journey.
Curriculum Team
Ms. V. Briggs - Teacher of Computer Science
Mr. J. Preston-Pacey - Assistant Headteacher - Director of Science
Mrs. A. Stephenson - Teacher of Science & Computer Science
Miss. E. Terry - Teacher of Science & Computer Science
Mr. E. Gnaglo - Teacher of PE & Computer Science
Mrs. A. Sudlow - Teacher of PE & Computer Science
Miss L. Sproates - Teacher of PE & Computer Science
Key Stage 4 Courses
Y10 and Y11 Creative iMedia Level 1/Level 2
Y11 Level 1/2 Vocational Award ICT (Technical Award)
Homework
KS3
Students are provided with a variety of resources, including wider reading materials, videos, and interactive activities, to enhance their independent learning in computer science. Through the document below, they can easily access all the relevant information and activities shared during lessons, allowing them to deepen their understanding and expand their knowledge at their own pace.
GCSE Computer Science and Cambridge Nationals in Creative iMedia – short revision ‘bites’ followed by knowledge-based quizzes related to current learning and following assessments individualised to students' individual knowledge ‘gaps’. Set on Know it all Ninja:
WJEC Vocational IT – short revision videos followed by knowledge-based quizzes related to current learning and following assessments individualised to students' individual knowledge ‘gaps’. Set on GCSEPod.
Enrichment Opportunities
Beyond the classroom the science department enhances the curriculum through several activities:
- Weekly Computer Science IDEA (Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award) Club
- A-Level Bridging Lessons with Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
- Coding Lunch Club
- First Lego League Robotics Club
Exploring Careers in Computer Science
Tech Careers Videos (teachcomputing.org)
Computer Science Journeys — Isaac Computer Science
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