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Each pupil at Heptonstall has the right to a wealth of rich, deep learning experiences within the subject area of computing.
\nAs technology plays such a significant role in society today, we believe \u2018Computational Thinking\u2019 is a skill that children must be taught if they are to be able to participate safely and effectively in this digital world. The core of computing is Computer Science alongside basic skills. Pupils are introduced to a wide range of technology, including desktop computers, I-pads and interactive whiteboards, allowing them to continually practise and improve the skills they learn.<\/p>\n

This ensures they become digitally literate so that they are able to express themselves and develop their ideas through information and computer technology\u2013 at a level suitable for their next step into high school and the future workplace as active participants in a digital world.
\nWe teach a curriculum that enables children to become confident users of technology who can:
\nUnderstand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of Computer Science, including logic, algorithms and data representation<\/p>\n