KS3 creative computing curriculum - residentialCP295

Curriculum design is centre stage once more, and nowhere is an effective computing curriculum more vital than in KS3. During this two day residential, you will develop your curriculum design and implementation capability from the ground up, modelling effective practice and supporting you to develop a sequenced...

Developing the established primary computing leader - residentialCP013

This course will build confidence in leading computing in your school. Following on from Leading primary computing, it will allow you to focus on how to develop computing within your school with a focus on developing and supporting others in programming and supporting teachers deliver computing using a context-based...

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...

Teaching key stage 2 computing - residentialCP002

This two-day residential will support understanding of what computing learning looks like in Key Stage 2. You will explore the breadth of computing, through activities which develop skills and knowledge across the curriculum. Through Key Stage 2, the computing curriculum aims to deepen understanding of computer...

Developing secondary leadership - residentialCP296

Whether you’re new to your leadership role, or looking to develop your prior experience, this course will build confidence and clarity allowing you to succeed. Written by experienced department leaders, and based in the most recent evidence of 'what works', you'll come away with an informed set of goals and the...

Introduction to Programming with ScratchCO232

Scratch is a powerful, visual programming environment that provides a great introduction to the world of programming. By snapping blocks together, you can create amazing animations and games which can support learning in computing, whilst using meaningful contexts from across the wider curriculum.In this course you...

An Introduction to A Level Computer Science - residentialCP268

Begin your journey into the world of teaching A level Computer Science. This two-day residential will help you with the pre-learning required to allow you to teach A level Computer Science. You’ll explore the foundational knowledge needed so that you can help support students develop their programming skills....

New to computing – residentialCP280

The ‘new to computing’ pathway provides subject knowledge enhancement for new to computing teachers, up to and including GCSE Computer Science. Whether you’ve recently qualified as a computing specialist teacher; or if you’re looking to add computing as a second specialism this CPD will guide...

Getting started with Python programming - residentialCP298

Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. During this two day residential you’ll learn about the three main programming concepts, sequencing, selection and iteration; sub-routines including functions...

Data manipulation using spreadsheets and databasesSL955

During this course, you will get to grips with manipulating data using both spreadsheets and databases. You will build confidence and understanding in using a variety of formulae and functions, pivot tables, and data validation in spreadsheets. You will then turn your attention to setting up a database from scratch...

Improving teaching through observationNE253

In this short course you will explore how to use informal lesson observations to help improve teaching and learning in a more proactive way and rethink the approach into a more beneficial experience for everyone. 

Teaching programming using Scratch and Scratch JrCO455

Managing behaviour for learningNE700

This online course will help you to be proactive about encouraging good behaviour in your classroom and in responding calmly to poor behaviour. This is a practical course. We will not delve deeply into theory of behaviour, but will focus on what you need to know to manage and improve the behaviour of your...

UK CanSat competition teacher workshopCP601

This workshop is aimed at teachers who have entered a team into the UK CanSat competition.The first day of the workshop will be made up of the Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration course and the Raspberry Pi Pico course. Following a day introducing the electronics and technologies that...

Adapted teaching and effective learning interventions in secondary computingCO448

Getting computing education back on track, for all students, is an urgent priority requiring informed planning and implementation. Teaching and learning in computing has been challenging, with some aspects of subject knowledge and skills put under real pressure.This CPD takes the best evidence and practice for...