Computing

At Chilwell Croft Academy, our Computing curriculum equips children with the skills, creativity and confidence to use technology safely, responsibly and purposefully.

What Computing looks like at Chilwell Croft:

• A focus on developing responsible digital citizens
• Children are active creators, not passive consumers
• Strong emphasis on digital literacy, resilience and online safety
• Technology enhances learning and accessibility across the curriculum
• Pupils develop independence in choosing digital tools

How we teach Computing:

• Taught through focused Computing Weeks each half‑term
• Aligned with National Curriculum strands: computer science, information technology and digital literacy
• Regular use of iPads and laptops (Year 6)
• Explicit online safety teaching, supported by assemblies and Safer Internet Day
• All pupils have access to Office 365

The impact on our children:

• Confident, digitally literate pupils
• Secure progression of computing knowledge and skills
• Effective application of skills across subjects
• Preparedness for secondary education and a digital future

Careers linked to Computing:

• Software Programmer
• Web Designer
• Game Developer
• App Developer
• Network Manager