Computing

Computing is an important and valued subject because it is highly relevant in an increasingly digital world. Today’s technology is constantly developing and is becoming an integral part of our daily lives. Technology is everywhere and will play a pivotal part to us all. Therefore, we want to model and educate our pupils on how to use technology positively, responsibly and safely.

At Leasowe Primary School, we aim to prepare our children for a rapidly changing world through the use of technology. We want our pupils to be creators not consumers and our broad curriculum encompassing computer science, information technology and digital literacy reflects this.

Children at Leasowe Primary School are given the opportunity to develop the skills to operate electronic devices and multimedia computers to process information, aid research and present their work in exciting ways. We use computing creatively to enhance learning for all children and as a tool to support all aspects of our work in school.

Our computing provision includes a network of computers and iPads for whole class teaching. We have invested in software packages such as CodeStudio, TTRockstar, Accelerated Reader and EducationCity to support the children’s learning as well having a number of educational apps on iPads.

Leasowe Primary School works closely with Hi-Impact to ensure the use of technology is ‘current’ and shows clear progression across the school. This allows all of our pupils to benefit from a broad curriculum that encompasses computer science, information technological and digital literacy. Hi-Impact regularly provides children with many high-quality workshops throughout the year which gives the children access to opportunities which they may normally not be presented with. Such workshops provide children with opportunities to use the latest technology such as virtual reality (VR) headsets and programmable robots. As well as opportunities to develop team work and strategical planning/ thinking.