Getting started in year 5CO460

Getting started in year 6CO467

Digital literacy in key stage 2 and key stage 3CO904

Introduction to the Teach Computing curriculumCO461

This self-paced 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...

Inclusive computing in primary schoolsCO005

Some children seem to naturally flourish in computing, while others need more support to reach their potential. This self-paced course aims to support you as you develop an excellent computing curriculum which allows all pupils to succeed, opening up future study and employment routes and closing attainment gaps.You...

KS3 computing (module 3): Creative curriculum enrichment and inclusionCO249

Making computing an engaging school subject that motivates and inspires all students is a key outcome of an excellent Key Stage 3 computing curriculum.At the heart of this curriculum is computational thinking - the ability to solve problems using computers. Some of the barriers to engaging with computing, particularly...

Maths in primary computingCO418

This self-paced course will support you to develop an understanding of the links between maths and computing, highlighting the overlap of subject knowledge and showing how to promote deeper connections in learning in  both subjects. You will investigate the strong parallels between computational thinking and...

Careers and enrichment in primary computingCO441

Children begin to make decisions about their future at an early age. This means it is crucial that children’s experiences in computing build their computing capital and their feeling on belonging in computing. This includes career-linked learning in computing as well as authentic experiences with a range of job...

Developing and supporting programming within your primary schoolCO003

Programming is a crucial part of the primary computing curriculum, and best supported by a range of subject-specific pedagogies. This self-paced online course is designed to help subject leaders confidently create a progressive programming curriculum and support colleagues in understanding primary programming, from...

Empowering girls in key stage 2 computingCO409

Are you passionate about closing the gender gap in computing? Start making a difference with our self-paced online course! Dive into research-backed teaching methods and pedagogies that resonate with girls, ensuring computing is equitable and inclusive for all.In this course, you'll explore the current gender balance...

Help! How do I lead primary computing? - residentialCP015

If you are new to leading primary computing, this CPD will develop your understanding of the role of a subject leader and support you to plan for improvements across the school. After helping you understand your role as a leader of computing, day one will dive into curriculum and assessment. You’ll explore your...

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...

Essentials for teaching primary computing - residentialCP011

If you are new to teaching (or leading) primary computing, this CPD will develop your understanding of the three strands which make up the computing curriculum: computer science, information technology and digital literacy. You will look at the breadth and depth of each strand within the curriculum and explore...

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...

An Introduction to algorithms, programming and data in computer scienceCO428

Take your first steps towards teaching computer science and establish a foundational knowledge of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how algorithms are designed and how programs are written to provide clear instructions to machines. Learn about the binary system used by computers to store and...