Mrs M Vaux

Lead Teacher Computing

We live in an increasingly digital world, where our knowledge and understanding of computer technology is changing rapidly.  Computing and IT prepares pupils to learn, work and live in this digital age.

There are 3 strands to Computer Science:

• Computer Science 
• Information Technology 
• Digital Literacy - basic functional skills, such as the ability to use a keyboard, mouse, email, and web browser 

As a subject, Computing and Information Technology allows pupils to:

• develop creativity, logical thinking and self evaluation
• progress in other areas such as Technology and Science
• design apps and software for technologies that they use - mobile phones, games consoles and the internet
• develop their computing skills which is of enormous importance to the economy and focuses on computer technologies relevant to the modern world
• gain a thorough grounding in computing, creating opportunities for pupils to move on to A-levels and employment

At Key Stage 3 Year 7 pupils are taught 2 lessons over a fortnight, and at Year 8 they have 1 lesson. All classes are mixed-attainment.