At Fern House School, we firmly believe that computing is an essential cornerstone of both the national curriculum and modern life. Our computing curriculum is designed to equip pupils with a comprehensive range of fundamental skills, knowledge, and understanding crucial for their success throughout life. Recognising technology's pervasive role in daily life, both at home and at work, we are committed to providing pupils with the expertise to navigate the digital world confidently and effectively.

A core component of our curriculum is Computational Thinking,' a vital skill explicitly taught to empower pupils with the essential knowledge needed to participate actively and effectively in the digital realm. Furthermore, we acknowledge the inherent risks associated with modern technology. At Fern House, ensuring our pupils' online safety is paramount. This commitment extends to educating both pupils and parents about potential dangers and best practices for secure online engagement.

Our teachers effectively utilise the 'Kapow' scheme as a robust framework for planning computing lessons. These lessons are often richly linked to engaging contexts across other subjects, fostering interdisciplinary connections. To ensure equitable access and diverse learning opportunities, we provide a dedicated Chromebook for every pupil in all year groups. This enables them to explore a wide range of programs for various purposes, both within dedicated computing lessons and across the broader curriculum. Employing these cross-curricular links not only motivates pupils but also strengthens their ability to make connections and consolidate learnt concepts.

The implementation of our computing curriculum guarantees balanced coverage across three key strands: Computer Science, Information Technology, and Digital Literacy. Pupils will experience all three strands in each year group, with subject knowledge progressively deepening and becoming more specific and complex. This structured progression ensures that learning is systematically built upon, fostering continuous growth and mastery.