Computing
Vision
'There was a time when people felt that the internet was another world, but now people realise it's a tool that we use in this world' Tim Berners-Lee
At Throston Primary School, our Computing intent is to promote computational thinking and digital creativity. Computing is an invisible footprint across all aspects of a child’s life. A high-quality computing curriculum equips children to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. We want our children to develop the foundations to enable them to be discerning, life-long learners in a fastmoving landscape. We want to develop and encourage children's experience and understanding of ICT, preparing them for jobs of the future. (Pupils will use technology safely and identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns).
Long Term Plan
Early Learning Foundation Stage Links
barefootcomputing for Early Years
Cross-Curricular Links
Links with Other Schools
What are ENTHUSE Partnerships?
ENTHUSE Partnerships inspire young people in STEM (science, technology including computing, engineering and mathematics) subjects and careers. They are groups of schools and/or colleges that work together to address local issues of low uptake or underachievement in STEM subjects. The school/college-led model builds capacity and capability across all partner schools / colleges involved, whilst encouraging sustainable change. The Partnerships aim to deepen relationships with local employers, and utilise the wider package of support provided by STEM Learning.
The objectives of ENTHUSE Partnerships
- To raise attainment in STEM subjects by improving student attainment and progress
- To close achievement gaps
- To improve progression opportunities in emerging technologies
- To improve teaching and learning through developing teachers’ subject knowledge,
- pedagogical understanding and their understanding of the application of STEM subjects in
- business and industry
- To improve STEM careers awareness, information and guidance for teachers enabling
- them to embed real life contexts into their teaching and enable them to talk more
- confidently about STEM careers
- To improve social mobility of disadvantaged and under-represented young people
How ENTHUSE Partnerships work
We believe strongly that the best way to support pupil development is by developing their teachers. ENTHUSE Partnerships work across groups of 6-8 schools and colleges to develop a bespoke two year action plan which includes:
- Teacher CPD - residential, local and online
- Resources - free, curated and quality assured
- Teacher placements - immersion in industry or university
- STEM Ambassadors - employees inspiring pupils and teachers
- STEM Clubs and activities - exciting young people and developing practical skills
- Further information at www.stem.org.uk/enthuse-partnerships-schools-and-colleges
Useful Websites
Useful Resources
Dear Parents and Carers,
Safer Internet Day 2025 will take place on the 11th of February 2025, with celebrations and learning based around the theme ‘Too good to be true? Protecting yourself and others from scams online‘
Safer Internet Day is the UK’s biggest celebration of online safety. Each year we cover an online issue or theme that speaks about the things young people are seeing and experiencing online. Created in consultation with young people across the UK, this year Safer Internet Day will be focusing on the issue of scams online and for young people, how to protect themselves and others, as well as what support is available to them.
This Safer Internet Day we will assess the real scale of this issue and allow young people to share their experiences and ideas on how to tackle the problem. We’ll build on the important work being done to raise awareness of issues such as online financial sextortion and we’ll also consider the future of scams, answering questions such as:
- How is changing technology like generative AI going to impact the approach of scammers?
- What role can the government and internet industry take to tackle this threat?
- And what changes would young people like to see to help protect themselves moving forward?
Coordinated in the UK by the UK Safer Internet Centre, the celebration sees thousands of organisations get involved to promote the safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology for children and young people.
We would be delighted if you could join us in celebrating the day by continuing the conversation at home. To help you with this, the UK Safer Internet Centre have created some free activities and information for parents and carers which are available at: saferinternet.org.uk/ SID-parents.
Whether you have 5 minutes to start a conversation or hours to spare, there are top tips, quizzes and films which you can use at home with your child.
If you have any concerns or questions about keeping your child safe online, please do get in touch with your child’s class teacher or school.
Kind regards,
Top tips and hints for Parents and Carers
Have a look at the tips and links below with some suggestions on how to get you started and help you to stay safe and positive online. You and your family can #PlayYourPart in creating a better internet by…
Having conversations without judgement.
Whether by playing games, watching videos, or doing things your child enjoys, spending time together online is a great way to start conversations about the online world and how they’re finding being a part of it.
It is important to ask questions and take an interest in what your child enjoys online.
An essential part of having this open dialogue is to not judge, even if their behaviour or life online isn’t what you wanted or expected. This ensures that your child feels they can come to you if ever they make a mistake or experience a problem online.
Knowing where you can learn more about their favourite apps and games.
Websites like Common Sense Media or The Family Gaming Database can be invaluable sources of information. When your child starts talking about a new game or app, why not do some research into the reporting and blocking options available? Then you can help your child if they come to you with an issue.
Getting support if things go wrong.
There are lots of organisations who are there to support you and your family if something has gone wrong. The Report Harmful Content website can help you with issues such as cyberbullying, impersonation and threats. You can report worrying behaviour towards children to CEOP. Find out more on Childnet’s Get Help page.
Reassuring your child that whatever happens online, you are there to support them.
Let your child know that the best way to address any problem they have online, is to tell a trusted adult immediately. For example, this might include someone sending them a friend request; an online message; telling them to visit a specific website, or app; or asking them for their personal information. Reassure them that if anything happens online that they are unsure about, or makes them feel worried or upset, they can come to you for help.
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Stay Safe Online - Resources for ages 3-7 Online safety advice for 3-7 year olds
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Stay Safe Online - Videos for ages 6-9 Follow the SMART rules in these videos from Childnet
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Stay Safe Online - Videos for ages 7-11 The adventures of Kara, Winston and the SMART crew
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Safer Internet Day
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Quotes from Children
Year 3 - For safer Internet day we talked took part in the BBC Teach about scams. It was fun!
