In today's world, we see the teaching of ICT as an integral part of the school curriculum. To facilitate this, we have a purpose designed STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Maths) Discovery Centre which reflects the school's creative ethos.
The school is connected to Broadband and fully networked. All classrooms have interactive whiteboards and PCs to enhance children's learning. There is also access to laptops, digital cameras and Interactive Whiteboards in classrooms. We also have 32 iPads which are used as a cross-curricular resource.
What is Computing?
The 2014 National Curriculum has introduced a new subject, Computing, which replaces the old ICT curriculum. It focuses more on how computers and computer systems work, and how they are designed and programmed, and less on how to use a computer for everyday functions. We have found this an exciting change as the pupils at Wybourn are great at using computers, and we think they will enjoy the challenges associated with design, programming and building their own working programs.
One of the main skills that we teach during Computing lessons is Computational thinking. This is an empowering skill that children need to develop to allow them to solve problems, design systems and conceptualise and develop a deeper understanding of computer-based technologies, making them better prepared for today’s world and future.
Our Aims
Children can understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms and data representation.
Can analyse problems in computational terms, and have a repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems.
Can evaluate and apply information technologies, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems.
Are responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication technology.
Children understand the benefits, and the potential risks associated with using technologies.
Children are equipped with the experiences and skills of computing that they can use and build upon in a rapidly changing technological world.
Children will become digitally literate. They will be able to use, and express themselves through information and communication technologies, at a suitable level for both personal use and within a workplace.
To teach computing using real life situations so children understand it’s importance in a digital world.
Teachers will develop confidence in using digital technologies.
Teachers will use computational thinking throughout the curriculum as a way of solving problems.
Teachers will embrace the cross-curricular nature of Computing to allow children to understand how it relates to real life.
The Foundation Stage also learn ICT and computing skills through everyday use of technology.
How you can support your child at home
In school we use a free web program called 'scratch' when we make games. If you follow the link below you can use scratch at home with your child
Below are links to useful websites that help your child to practise the skill of coding
http://www.purplemash.co.uk/#/home/2code_lessons
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/0/computing/28972462
Below are links to useful (free) apps that help your child to practise the skill of coding
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/scratchjr/id895485086?mt=8
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/daisy-the-dinosaur/id490514278?mt=8
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/hopscotch-hd/id617098629?mt=8
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/bee-bot/id500131639?mt=8&ls=1