Computing

Computer Science

Here at St Mary’s we follow the Teach Computing Curriculum. We have a range of resources such as laptops, tablets, BeeBots and remote controlled devices that support aspects of this curriculum. The curriculum is broken down into 6 small units for work, one per half term. 

Here are some useful links.

• Barefoot (KS 1 and 2)
  Downloadable activities and games for children, links to live lessons and a guide for parents - includes cross-curricular lesson plans and resources that unpack computational thinking in a range of subjects.

• Code Club (KS 2)
  Projects and activities for home learning and a parent guide.

• Teach Computing resource repository (KS 1-4)
  See description at top of page.

• UK Safer Internet Centre (KS 1 and 2)
  Online safety resources aimed at 3 -11 year olds.

• STEM Learning e-Library (KS 1 and 2)
  An online resource bank, which links to resources on external websites. The site features a live chat function offering support from subject experts. New home learning resources are being developed.

• Raspberry Pi Foundation – Digital Making at Home (KS 2)
  Join the weekly code-along using open projects based on a weekly theme, with different levels available for all abilities, allowing you to be open-ended with opportunities for making and creativity.

• Raspberry Pi Foundation - Projects (KS 2)
  Projects and activities for home learning. Programme computers and make things with technology and electronics.