Computing / ICT (Year 7)

About Course

The Computing / ICT course in Year 7 introduces pupils to essential digital skills, computational thinking, and responsible use of technology. Pupils learn how computers work, how to use digital tools effectively, and how to stay safe online. The course balances practical skills with problem-solving and creativity, preparing learners for advanced computing, coding, and digital literacy in later years.
Key Focus Areas
Introduction to computers and digital systems
Basic hardware and software concepts
Digital literacy: using documents, presentations, and spreadsheets
Introduction to algorithms and computational thinking
Beginner programming concepts using age-appropriate tools
Data representation and simple data handling
Online safety, digital citizenship, and responsible technology use

Course Content

AUTUMN TERM
Focus: Digital foundations, computer systems, e-safety, basic productivity skills

Week 1: Introduction to Computing & ICT
Week 2: Types of Computers
Week 3: Computer Hardware
Week 4: Computer Software
Week 5: Operating Systems
Week 6: Introduction to E-Safety
Week 7: Cyberbullying
Week 8: Responsible Internet Use
Week 9: Introduction to Word Processing
Week 10: Formatting Text
Week 11: Saving and Organising Files
Week 12: Revision & Assessment

SPRING TERM
Focus: Developing deeper computing skills, digital literacy, problem-solving, and safe, responsible technology use

WEEK 1: Introduction to Computer Systems
WEEK 2: Hardware Components
WEEK 3: Software Types
WEEK 4: Operating Systems
WEEK 5: Introduction to Data and Information
WEEK 6: Digital Literacy
WEEK 7: Online Safety and Cyberbullying
WEEK 8: Introduction to Algorithms
WEEK 9: Flowcharts
WEEK 10: Introduction to Programming Concepts
WEEK 11: Computing Careers
WEEK 12: Revision and Assessment

SUMMER TERM
Focus: Applying computing knowledge in practical projects, digital creativity, basic programming, and consolidating digital literacy.

WEEK 1: Introduction to Summer Projects
WEEK 2: Research Skills and Safe Internet Use
WEEK 3: Introduction to Presentation Software
WEEK 4: Basic Graphics and Design
WEEK 5: Introduction to Basic Programming (Scratch)
WEEK 6: Applying Algorithms in Projects
WEEK 7: Introduction to Multimedia Integration
WEEK 8: Digital Collaboration Tools
WEEK 9: Introduction to Debugging and Problem Solving
WEEK 10: Project Completion and Practice Presentation
WEEK 11: Project Showcase Preparation
WEEK 12: Final Project Presentation & Assessment

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