Preparing for Ofsted in primary computing - short courseCP486

Find out what to expect from an Ofsted visit to your school and how you can prepare for it as a computing subject lead.This short course will explore the expectations outlined in the Ofsted framework and what this means for computing teaching and learning in your school. Drawing on the evidence of recent inspections...

Preparing to take the KS3 and GCSE Subject Knowledge Certificate test - short courseCP350

This short course will support you prepare for completing the KS3 and GCSE Subject Knowledge Certificate programme, which will lead to you achieving a national certificate in computer science subject knowledge. By attending this course, you’ll gain support from an experienced Professional Development Leader, who...

Getting started with Python programming – short courseCP351

This short course will introduce you to the text-based programming language, Python. During the 90 minutes, you’ll be introduced to the three programming constructs, sequencing, selection and iteration. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate, run and modify existing programs, whilst being supported by...

Supporting student attainment in GCSE computer science - residentialCP284

Based upon evidence, this two-day residential aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers on how to achieve the most out of your students, whilst preparing them for their GCSE exams in computer science. During this residential, you’ll complete two courses:• Higher attainment in GCSE computer science...

Online safety through primary computing - short courseCP469

This short course will support the needs of schools in ensuring that they keep children safe whilst teaching computing and using technology to access the full primary curriculum.Online safety is a whole-school priority, and can be supported effectively through a high-quality computing curriculum. Using high-quality,...

Data-driven IT projects in secondary computingCP485

Data-rich projects using spreadsheets and database are an integral part of KS3 computing, and technical qualifications at 14+. Developing the skills for student success, over the whole secondary age range, is the focus for this CPD. Teachers will gain confidence to set challenging briefs requiring well-planned and...

Getting started in year 2 - short courseCP466

This course provides a comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 2 using the Teach Computing Curriculum. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught at Year 2 and understand how they fit into the wider Teach Computing Curriculum. You will also have a go at many of the activities that you will...

Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

This course provides a comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 1 using the Teach Computing Curriculum. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught at Year 1 and understand how they fit into the wider Teach Computing Curriculum. You will also have a go at many of the activities that you will...

Getting started in Year 6 - short courseCP467

Getting started in Year 4 - short courseCP465

Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSE - remoteCP426

A high-quality computer science education equips students to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computer science forms the core of the computing national curriculum, a foundation subject and a vital aspect of a broad and balanced curriculum for all learners. If you’re...

KS3 computing (module 3): Creative curriculum enrichment and inclusion (remote)CP449

Teaching primary computing through contexts - residentialCP405

By using curriculum and real-world contexts, you can teach aspects of computing using contexts from other curriculum subjects. This shows children how computing links to the world around them, supporting learning by making it more relevant and ensuring that all aspects of computing are taught effectively.Using...

Introduction to the Teach Computing Curriculum - short courseCP461

This course provides an overview of the Teach Computing Curriculum, a freely available whole school computing curriculum designed to ensure progression of subject knowledge and key skills. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught across the primary phase and understand how it may be adapted to your own...

Getting started in year 5 - short courseCP460