Coding (Scratch) Year 4

About Course

The Year 4 Coding course introduces pupils to basic programming concepts using Scratch, a visual, block-based coding platform. Pupils learn to create interactive stories, games, and animations while developing computational thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. The course emphasizes creativity, experimentation, and collaboration.

Course Content

AUTUMN TERM
Focus: Strengthening logical thinking, sequencing, and introducing problem-solving through Scratch

1. Introduction & Revision of Scratch Basics (Weeks 1–2)
2. Sequencing & Events (Weeks 3–4)
3. Movement, Direction & Coordinates (Weeks 5–6)
4. Loops (Repeating Actions) (Weeks 7–8)
5. Debugging & Problem Solving (Weeks 9–10)
6. Mini Project – Interactive Story (Weeks 11–12)

SPRING TERM
Focus: Conditions, variables, logical thinking, and simple game design

SUMMER TERM
Focus: Advanced game mechanics, levels, scoring systems, debugging, and creativity

1. Reviewing Game Logic & Improving Existing Games (Week 1)
2. Creating Levels in Games (Week 2)
3. Adding Lives and Health Systems (Week 3)
4. Using Timers and Countdown Clocks (Week 4)
5. Multiple Sprites & Sprite Communication (Week 5)
6. Improving Controls & Movement (Week 6)
7. Sounds, Music & Visual Effects (Week 7)
8. Debugging & Testing (Week 8)
9. Planning a Final Game Project (Week 9)
10. Final Project – Build & Present a Complete Game (Week 10)

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Coding (Scratch) Year 4

Coding (Scratch) Year 4

About Course

Course Content

AUTUMN TERM
Focus: Strengthening logical thinking, sequencing, and introducing problem-solving through Scratch

1. Introduction & Revision of Scratch Basics (Weeks 1–2)

2. Sequencing & Events (Weeks 3–4)

3. Movement, Direction & Coordinates (Weeks 5–6)

4. Loops (Repeating Actions) (Weeks 7–8)

5. Debugging & Problem Solving (Weeks 9–10)

6. Mini Project – Interactive Story (Weeks 11–12)

SPRING TERM
Focus: Conditions, variables, logical thinking, and simple game design

1. Recap of Scratch & Logical Thinking (Weeks 1–2)

2. Introduction to Conditions (IF Statements) (Weeks 3–4)

3. Using Sensing & Operators (Weeks 5–6)

4. Introduction to Variables (Weeks 7–8)

5. Simple Game Design (Weeks 9–10)

6. End-of-Term Project – Build a Game (Weeks 11–12)

SUMMER TERM
Focus: Advanced game mechanics, levels, scoring systems, debugging, and creativity

1. Reviewing Game Logic & Improving Existing Games (Week 1)

2. Creating Levels in Games (Week 2)

3. Adding Lives and Health Systems (Week 3)

4. Using Timers and Countdown Clocks (Week 4)

5. Multiple Sprites & Sprite Communication (Week 5)

6. Improving Controls & Movement (Week 6)

7. Sounds, Music & Visual Effects (Week 7)

8. Debugging & Testing (Week 8)

9. Planning a Final Game Project (Week 9)

10. Final Project – Build & Present a Complete Game (Week 10)

Coding (Scratch) Year 4

About Course

Course Content

AUTUMN TERM Focus: Strengthening logical thinking, sequencing, and introducing problem-solving through Scratch

1. Introduction & Revision of Scratch Basics (Weeks 1–2)

2. Sequencing & Events (Weeks 3–4)

3. Movement, Direction & Coordinates (Weeks 5–6)

4. Loops (Repeating Actions) (Weeks 7–8)

5. Debugging & Problem Solving (Weeks 9–10)

6. Mini Project – Interactive Story (Weeks 11–12)

SPRING TERM Focus: Conditions, variables, logical thinking, and simple game design

1. Recap of Scratch & Logical Thinking (Weeks 1–2)

2. Introduction to Conditions (IF Statements) (Weeks 3–4)

3. Using Sensing & Operators (Weeks 5–6)

4. Introduction to Variables (Weeks 7–8)

5. Simple Game Design (Weeks 9–10)

6. End-of-Term Project – Build a Game (Weeks 11–12)

SUMMER TERM Focus: Advanced game mechanics, levels, scoring systems, debugging, and creativity

1. Reviewing Game Logic & Improving Existing Games (Week 1)

2. Creating Levels in Games (Week 2)

3. Adding Lives and Health Systems (Week 3)

4. Using Timers and Countdown Clocks (Week 4)

5. Multiple Sprites & Sprite Communication (Week 5)

6. Improving Controls & Movement (Week 6)

7. Sounds, Music & Visual Effects (Week 7)

8. Debugging & Testing (Week 8)

9. Planning a Final Game Project (Week 9)

10. Final Project – Build & Present a Complete Game (Week 10)

Student Ratings & Reviews

AUTUMN TERM
Focus: Strengthening logical thinking, sequencing, and introducing problem-solving through Scratch

SPRING TERM
Focus: Conditions, variables, logical thinking, and simple game design

SUMMER TERM
Focus: Advanced game mechanics, levels, scoring systems, debugging, and creativity