We want our pupils to understand that there is always a choice with using technology and as a school we utilise technology to model positive use. We recognise that the best prevention for a lot of issues we currently see with technology/social media is through education and that technology can allow pupils to share their learning in creative ways. We also understand the accessibility opportunities technology can provide for our pupils.

Implementation

Our computing curriculum follows the Boost learning scheme. The three different strands of computing including computer science, information technology and digital literacy are covered across each year group. Learning about computing begins in foundation with the use of bee bots and following/creating simple instructions.

At Rolleston, our children have access to different technology including iPads and laptops. In all classes, our children have signed an acceptable use policy and know how to use the internet safely. Our computing curriculum has various cross-curricular links and the children are encouraged to link their learning to what they have learnt in previous year groups and in other subjects.

Impact

Children use the technology they have to share their computing creations with those in their class. Our children are interviewed at various points in the year to understand what they have been learning about. With boost being a new scheme, staff have been given time to implement the new computing plan. Our children love computing and at Rolleston we encourage children to share their success!