Lesson Aims: -To use algorithms to code a program.  -To recognise what an algorithm is. -To recognise what coding is. An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr1 objective for Coding A. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

This resource can be used as either an assembly or lesson input and explores the Summer Olympic Games, its history and the role technology plays to support it. This simple and clear assembly ends with ideas for a continuation of The Summer Olympics back in the classroom with both KS1 and KS2 computing lesson ideas and links to resources.

Lesson Aims: -To label pictures with appropriate descriptors.  -To group and categorise data based on common labels.  -To understand the concept of searching and why data needs labels. An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr1 objective for Data and Information. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: -To recognise what programming is  -To sequence simple codes  -To debug simple programs An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr1 objective for Coding B. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: -To recognise and understand the purpose of keys on a keyboard. -To recognise, understand and use the buttons on the toolbar.   -To write on a word processor. An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr1 objective for Using Media. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

This is an assembly honouring and exploring the achievements and lives of some amazing Black IT Icons! The assembly focuses on three IT icons with videos and information about their achievements. However, a timeline and fun activity sheets are provided for nine IT icons which can be completed as an extension or consolidation activity, later in class.

Lesson Aims: To identify what a system is To apply skills to carry out basic and advanced searches using a search engine To recognise how search engines work and how the companies generate income Resource Information: An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr 5 objective for networks and IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: I can use AI to create images.  I can improve an image by editing it. I can justify how and why I have edited images. Resource Information: An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr 4 objective for creating media using IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: I can discuss the features of a good website. I can design and create my own website. I  recognise how HTML is used to build websites. Resource Information: An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr 6 objective for creating media using IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: To recognise the Internet as a network of networks  ​ To recognise why a network needs protecting ​ To recognise the difference between websites and webpages  ​ To recognise the World Wide Web as part of the internet Resource Information: An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr4 objective for networks and IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: To be able to describe how data transfer takes place To recognise IP addresses and data packets To recognise the different methods of online communication To collaborate on a project with a peer/colleague Resource Information: An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr 6 objective for networks and IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims (1): I can understand and use key vocabulary relating to video editing. I can identify and compare the technical features of videos. I can identify and find features on digital recording devices. Lesson Aims (2): I can understand and use key vocabulary relating to video editing I can plan my video, considering the different shots I will use. I can film and edit my video. Resource Information: An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr 5 objective for creating media using IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

This whole school assembly explores World Environment Day: what it is, how technology supports beating plastic pollution and how children make a change. This informative assembly, covering geography curriculum links ends with ideas for a continuation of World Environment Day back in the classroom with computing curriculum inspired lesson ideas and links to resources. Learning objectives: To understand what World Environment Day is. To learn how technology is used to support positive environmental changes To learn ways to take action to reduce climate change and pollution.

Lesson Aims: To identify that digital devices must have an input, process and output. To recognise how digital devices can change the way we work. To recognise the components of a network, how information can be passed between devices and the benefits of this. An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr3 objective for networks and IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes. To access the online wordsearch, click here: https://thewordsearch.com/puzzle/5895686/year-3-connecting-computers/

Lesson Aims: To recognise what technology is. To recognise the basic uses of technology. To recognise how to use technology safely. An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr1 objective for networks and IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

Lesson Aims: -To recognise what IT is and its impact on our lives. -To recognise the uses and benefits of IT. -To recognise how to use IT safely and get our five a day. An interactive and engaging lesson designed to cover the Yr2 objective for networks and IT. Designed by teachers, we understand that it is not always possible to squeeze in 6 lessons per unit and have therefore created a lesson to support teachers in covering curriculum aims through activities that span 1-2 lessons, but with additional activities and a home learning task, so can also be extended to further sessions if the teacher wishes.

A lesson designed to help children understand and appreciate digital art, with a focus on photography. The lesson begins with an exploratory task, showing the children how to take a good photo. It then allows the children to study the work of two digital artists, giving them the chance to create their own digital artwork. It ends by exploring career options within this sector, with useful videos from real-life digital artists, discussing their careers and the journeys they had getting there. This lesson covers multiple cross-curricular aims, including: Computing, Art, History and Careers. We advise for the lesson to be completed over an hour and a half, for example during an afternoon.

Need a refresh on coding? Teaching coding for the first time? This lesson is a comprehensive yet clear step-by-step guide on each element of coding within Scratch. Each section comes with a simple guide and additional activities for students to put their learning into practice.

This is an assembly/ lesson exploring how music is supported by technology. It is perfect for national music day but also covers elements of music history, jobs in the music tech industry, listening to, commenting on and appreciating music. The PowerPoint then moves onto individual in class tasks for both KS1/KS2, each with extension tasks. Learning objectives: To understand how music makes us feel To learn how technology has impacted music To use technology to create our own music

A lesson designed to help children understand and appreciate digital art, with a focus on digital painting. The lesson begins with a short video from artist Michael Noll, giving a short history on digital art. The children then get to play a guessing game to see if they can guess whether the artwork was created using paint or a computer. It then allows the children to study the work of famous artist Piet Mondrian, giving them the chance to create their own digital artwork, using paint. It ends by exploring career options within this sector, with useful videos from real-life digital artists, discussing their careers and the journeys they had getting there. This lesson covers multiple cross-curricular aims, including: Computing, Art, History and Careers. We advise for the lesson to be completed over an hour and a half, for example during an afternoon.