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Computing at Parochial

'Parochial Cares', our mission is to prepare children for the future by living, learning and growing together in God. 
To live life... life in all its fullness

- (John 10:10) 

Vision:

At Parochial, we aim to equip children to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and shape the digital world around them. Our curriculum builds the knowledge and skills pupils need to become confident, safe, and creative users of technology—laying strong foundations for the future workplace and helping them navigate an ever-evolving digital society.

Through our computing curriculum, pupils develop a secure understanding of the principles of information and computation. They apply core concepts such as abstraction, logic, algorithms, and data representation, preparing them to solve problems, communicate ideas, and create content as responsible and active digital citizens.

Implementation:

Click an image below to see how we embed our school values through Computing at Parochial.

At Parochial, we are:

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  • Educating for Dignity and Respect through Computing

    Educating for Dignity and Respect through Computing

    Pupils are taught to use technology with care, respect, and kindness. They learn how to communicate online in ways that reflect their values, showing consideration for others and understanding the impact of their words and actions.

    The computing curriculum helps children develop digital resilience, encouraging them to reflect critically on the content they encounter and the choices they make. They learn that technology should be used to support and connect, never to harm or exclude.

  • Educating for Hope and Aspiration through Computing

    Educating for Hope and Aspiration through Computing

    Our computing curriculum shows pupils how technology can be a force for good. We encourage them to explore the possibilities and potential of digital tools—from coding to design, from data analysis to online communication—so they can aspire to future roles in an increasingly digital world. Pupils learn that computing is not just about devices, but about solving problems, making connections, and having a positive impact on their communities and beyond.

  • Educating for Wisdom, Knowledge and Skills through Computing

    Educating for Wisdom, Knowledge and Skills through Computing

    Educating for Wisdom, Knowledge, and Skills

    Our computing curriculum is structured around a carefully sequenced progression of knowledge and skills, following the Purple Mash Computing Scheme. This progression is designed to build strong foundations from Early Years through to Year 6, ensuring pupils revisit and deepen their understanding over time.

    • In Key Stage 1, pupils begin to understand algorithms by programming Beebots and using 2Logo to develop coding skills in increasingly complex sequences. They explore how to create, organise, store, manipulate, and retrieve digital content using tools like iPads, with applications such as TT Rockstars, Sumdog, and Reading Plus supporting cross-curricular learning.

    • In Key Stage 2, pupils extend their coding knowledge using Purple Mash, developing more advanced programming skills, debugging, and creating their own projects. They learn how the internet functions, how search engines select and rank results, and how to use communication and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and Class Dojo safely and effectively.

    • Across the school, children use iPads to create and present digital content as part of our 1:1 iPad digital strategy, embedding technology seamlessly into learning across the curriculum.

    We ensure pupils have access to a range of up-to-date technologies and applications, enabling them to experience how technology is used across different fields and disciplines. Our Apple-educated staff model best practices in using digital tools, fostering a culture of confident, creative, and purposeful technology use throughout the school day.

    Pupils are introduced to key figures in computing, such as Alan Turing and George Dyson, to inspire ambition and show how computational thinking has shaped the modern world.

  • Educating for Community and Living Well Together through Computing

    Educating for Community and Living Well Together through Computing

    We take a proactive approach to online safety. Every year begins with an e-safety focus, ensuring all pupils understand how to use technology safely, respectfully, and responsibly. Pupils explore how to recognise and respond to inappropriate content or contact, how to report concerns, and how to communicate appropriately online.

    Our curriculum empowers children to understand the importance of healthy boundaries, respect in online communication, and the differences between online and face-to-face interactions. By learning to engage positively with technology, pupils build the confidence and judgement they need to be safe, responsible members of the digital world.

Impact:

By the time they leave Parochial, our pupils are:

  • Confident, capable, and creative users of technology, with the skills to navigate a range of devices, platforms, and digital tools.

  • Able to apply computational thinking to solve problems and design solutions.

  • Aware of how the internet works, how content is ranked and filtered, and how to critically evaluate online information.

  • Equipped with the knowledge and judgement to engage safely and respectfully in the digital world.

  • Ready for the next stage of their education, with a strong foundation for further learning in computer science, digital literacy, and online safety.

Our pupils understand that technology is an integral part of modern life—and they leave us with the skills, confidence, and ambition to use it wisely and effectively.

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