Computing

In key stage 1, pupils should be taught to:

understand what algorithms are; how they are implemented as programs on digital
devices; and that programs execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions
create and debug simple programs
use logical reasoning to predict the behaviour of simple programs
use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital
content
recognise common uses of information technology beyond school
use technology safely and respectfully, keeping personal information private; identify
where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact on
the internet or other online technologies.

In key stage 2, pupils should be taught to:

design, write and debug programs that accomplish specific goals, including controlling
or simulating physical systems; solve problems by decomposing them into smaller
parts
use sequence, selection, and repetition in programs; work with variables and various
forms of input and output
use logical reasoning to explain how some simple algorithms work and to detect and
correct errors in algorithms and programs
understand computer networks including the internet; how they can provide multiple
services, such as the world wide web; and the opportunities they offer for
communication and collaboration
use search technologies effectively, appreciate how results are selected and ranked,
and be discerning in evaluating digital content
select, use and combine a variety of software (including internet services) on a range of
digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that
accomplish given goals, including collecting, analysing, evaluating and presenting data
and information
use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly; recognise
acceptable/unacceptable behaviour; identify a range of ways to report concerns about
content and contact