Computing
At Booker Hill School we want our children to be confident digital citizens and our broad curriculum encompassing computer science, information technology and digital literacy reflects this. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, the intent is to equip pupils to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.
At Booker Hill Primary & Nursery School, we teach children how to use technology safely, responsibly and respectfully. Online safety is taught through our Computing and PSHE curricula.
At the start of each academic year, pupils learn about our expectations for safe online behaviour and sign an Online Safety Agreement, which is also shared with parents and carers.
Online safety is reinforced throughout the year through reading lessons, assemblies and national events such as Safer Internet Day and Anti-Bullying Week. We work in partnership with families to help children develop the knowledge and skills they need to stay safe online.