Computing Curriculum

Computing at Holy Trinity CE Primary School equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world around them. Technology is an integral part of everyday life, and it is essential that all pupils gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to use it safely and effectively.

Our computing curriculum helps children to develop their understanding of computer science, digital literacy, and information technology in a way that prepares them for an ever-changing digital world. Children learn how technology can support their learning across the curriculum and how to become responsible and confident digital citizens.

INTENT

The intent of the Computing curriculum at Holy Trinity CE Primary School is to provide a broad, balanced, and progressive education that inspires pupils to be curious, creative, and confident users of technology. Our intent is shaped by the National Curriculum for Computing and delivered through the Purple Mash Computing Scheme of Work, which ensures comprehensive coverage and a clear progression of knowledge and skills from EYFS to Year 6.

Through our computing curriculum, we aim to:

• Equip pupils with the skills to use technology safely, responsibly, and effectively.

• Develop children’s understanding of computer science and how digital systems work.

• Encourage computational thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Enable children to use a range of software and applications to create, organise, and present work.

• Prepare pupils for the digital world and promote an understanding of how technology impacts society.

Computing is taught weekly across the school using the Purple Mash Scheme of Work, which is structured around the three key strands of the National Curriculum: Computer Science, Information Technology, and Digital Literacy. The scheme provides a progressive sequence of lessons that builds on prior learning and develops new knowledge and skills each year.

• Computer Science lessons focus on understanding programming, algorithms, and logical reasoning.

• Information Technology enables pupils to use computers and software purposefully for tasks such as creating documents, presentations, and digital art.

• Digital Literacy teaches children how to use technology safely and respectfully, including how to recognise risks online and how to seek help when needed.

Online safety is a priority throughout the curriculum and is reinforced regularly through lessons, assemblies, and our wider PSHE programme. Purple Mash’s interactive and practical approach ensures that children learn through hands-on experiences that build confidence and enjoyment.

Pupils with SEND have full access to computing lessons and are supported through differentiated resources and adaptive tools available within the Purple Mash platform.

Aims:

By the end of their time at Holy Trinity, children will have:

• Developed a strong understanding of how digital systems work.

• Learned to create and use programs effectively to solve problems.

• Understood how to use technology responsibly and safely.

• Gained the digital literacy skills needed for secondary school and beyond.

Computing at Holy Trinity fosters curiosity, innovation, and resilience. Pupils leave our school with the confidence to use technology positively and purposefully in an increasingly digital world.

ADDITIONAL COMPUTING OPPORTUNITIES

• Safer Internet Day: Each year, the school takes part in Safer Internet Day, which will next be held on 10th February 2026. On this day, pupils take part in activities and discussions to promote safe and responsible use of technology.

• Online Safety Assemblies: Throughout the year, children engage in assemblies and class discussions focused on digital wellbeing and online behaviour.

• Cross-Curricular Computing: Technology is regularly used to support learning across subjects, helping pupils apply their computing skills in meaningful and creative ways.