At Skelton Primary school, we welcome the opportunity to use and experience a range of new technologies in an ever changing digital world.
We believe the use of information and communication technology is an integral part of the National Curriculum, a key skill for everyday life and vital for a successful future for our children. Computers, tablets, programmable robots, digital and video cameras are a few of the tools that can be used to acquire, organise, store, manipulate, interpret, communicate and present information. In an evolving world where technology is at the heart, we aim to develop enthusiasm in computational thinking and confidence in using the latest technologies for a range of purposes.
Our Computing curriculum is delivered through Kapow. Kapow focuses on developing 5 key areas across KS1 and KS2: programming, computing systems and networks, creating media, data handling and online safety. Throughout their time at Skelton Primary, pupils revisit those 5 key areas, however cover them with greater complexity as the year groups progress. Upon returning to each key area, prior knowledge is utilised so pupils can build on previous foundations, rather than starting again.
Children also have 4 opportunities to showcase their skills in Y1, Y4, Y5 and Y6.
At Skelton, it is paramount that children are confident users of technology, including the internet, whilst exploring it safely. As a school, we have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of our children which includes online safety.
