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Computing

At Wildridings, we strive to nurture well-rounded, confident individuals who will go on to make a positive impact on society, using computational thinking and problem-solving to navigate the challenges of the future. A key part of this journey involves integrating computing and technology into everyday learning, ensuring that every pupil develops the skills they need to operate both computers and tablets with confidence, both in school and at home.

Our Computing curriculum blends online and unplugged activities, encouraging hands-on exploration and rich discussions. Through a range of engaging lessons, pupils learn not only how to use technology effectively but also how to be respectful, responsible, and honest digital citizens. We place a strong emphasis on e-Safety, teaching children the importance of being safe and mindful online. From Year One, our pupils are introduced to the concept of being SMART citizens—Safe, Meeting, Accepting, Responsible, and Trustworthy—ensuring they understand the importance of online safety and how to protect themselves in a digital world.

In addition to developing technical skills, we encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity, fostering the problem-solving abilities needed to tackle real-world challenges. Our aim is to inspire a sense of digital responsibility in our pupils, ensuring they can not only consume technology but also use it to create, innovate, and contribute positively to their communities.

At Wildridings, we believe that the ability to think digitally and act responsibly is an essential skill for the future, and our computing curriculum is designed to empower children with the tools and mindset they need to succeed in an ever-evolving technological world.

E-Safety Resources for Parents and Children

  1. National Online Safety
    National Online Safety provides a range of free resources, including guides and training for parents and schools to help keep children safe online.

  2. Childnet International
    Childnet offers a wealth of information on e-safety for both parents and children, including tips on how to stay safe online and age-appropriate resources for students.

  3. Thinkuknow
    Run by the National Crime Agency, Thinkuknow is an excellent resource for parents and children, providing interactive advice on online safety, with materials suitable for all age groups.

  4. The UK Safer Internet Centre
    This site provides expert advice on how to keep children safe online, as well as a range of tools for parents and schools to use in promoting internet safety.

  5. E-safety for Parents - NSPCC
    The NSPCC offers practical tips for parents on how to support their children in using the internet safely, from setting privacy settings to understanding online games and apps.

Coding Resources for Children

  1. Scratch
    Scratch is a fantastic coding platform for children aged 8 and up, offering a simple, visual interface to create stories, games, and animations. It's perfect for beginners and encourages creativity through coding.

  2. Code.org
    Code.org offers free coding lessons for children of all ages, with interactive tutorials and activities that teach programming skills in a fun and engaging way. It includes well-known coding games like "Minecraft Hour of Code."

  3. Tynker
    Tynker offers coding courses for children, from beginner to advanced levels. It uses games and puzzles to teach the basics of programming and computational thinking, making learning fun.

  4. Khan Academy: Hour of Code
    Khan Academy offers a range of free coding tutorials, including introductory lessons to JavaScript and HTML, all aimed at building programming skills in a creative way.

  5. Blockly Games
    Blockly Games is a series of educational games that teach children basic programming concepts through visual coding blocks. It’s suitable for children as young as 6 years old.

  6. CodeCombat
    CodeCombat teaches coding through a multiplayer, game-like platform where students write real code to control characters and progress through levels. It’s a fun, engaging way to learn languages like Python, JavaScript, and more.

These resources can support your child's learning in coding and ensure they develop the skills needed for the digital world, while also helping to keep them safe online. 

 

Our current Computing Curriculum is under review and will be added during Autumn 2025.

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