Computer science curriculum is a broad and balanced curriculum that provides children with the skills, knowledge and understanding they need to develop into well-rounded, informed individuals. At Trinity School, we aim to give each pupil the opportunity to apply and develop their technological understanding and skills across a wide range of situations and tasks. Pupils are encouraged to develop a confident and safe approach to Computer science.   

 

Our KS3 curriculum is designed and derived from KS4 curriculum so pupils have continuity and familiarity when they start their studies at KS4.  

 

Pupils will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of Computer Science, including abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms, and data representation. They will analyse problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including designing, writing and debugging programs. They will also think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically. Students will understand the components that make up digital systems, and how they communicate with one another and with other systems. They will also understand the impacts of digital technology to the individual and to wider society. 

 

A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computer science has deep links with mathematics, science, and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computer science also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through, information and communication technology. 

 

Objectives:  
All pupils can:   

• Decompose problems into sub-problems  

• Create original algorithms or work with algorithms produced by others  

• Design, write, test, and evaluate programs.   

• Problem-solve, reason and think critically.  

• Be adaptable, resilient and productive members of society.  

• Communicate efficiently, both alone and as part of a team.  

• Develop leadership skills through the confidence gained within the subject.