Computing and ICT

Computer Science & IT: Where Code Meets Creativity 💻

In the Computer Science and IT department, our mission is to empower students with the skills to not just navigate our ever-changing digital world, but to shape it. We aim to equip every pupil with the computational thinking and creative problem-solving skills needed to understand and build the technology of the future.

Computer Science has deep links with Mathematics, Science, and Design, providing unique insights into both natural and artificial systems. Our curriculum teaches the core principles of computation, how digital systems work, and how to put this knowledge into practice through programming. This ensures our students become truly digitally literate—able to create, express themselves, and develop their ideas at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital society.

The Computer Science and ICT department at KGA Brune Park aims to equip learners with the skills needed to be successful when using technology and survive in the dynamic and ever changing digital environment.

Our Curriculum: Intent, Implementation, and Impact

Intent: What is our goal?

Our intent is to transform students from passive consumers of technology into active creators. We aim to develop their computational thinking, enabling them to tackle complex problems with logic and precision. Our goal is for every student to become truly digitally literate—understanding not just how to use technology, but how it works, and the ethical and social responsibilities that come with it.

Implementation: How do we teach it?

Our curriculum is implemented through a carefully sequenced journey from Key Stage 3 to 4. We blend essential theory with extensive practical programming and project-based work. At KS3, we build foundational skills and capture interest with exciting “hooks” for each project, and we constantly review our curriculum to include new and innovative technologies. At KS4, students specialise in the rigorous AQA GCSE in Computer Science, applying their knowledge to build and test fully programmed solutions to real-world problems.

Impact: What are the expected outcomes?

Students will emerge as logical and resilient problem-solvers, capable of deconstructing challenges and designing efficient solutions. They will be proficient programmers with a deep understanding of computer systems. More importantly, they will be responsible digital citizens, prepared for the high-tech demands of further education and the modern workplace, equipped with skills that are valuable across all industries.

Key Stage 3: Building Digital Confidence

Our Key Stage 3 Computing curriculum is dynamic, forward-thinking, and designed to inspire. We draw on the latest educational research and insights from tech industry leaders to create a syllabus that is both engaging and relevant.

The curriculum covers a broad range of topics across Computer Science and Information Technology, carefully sequenced over three years to build knowledge progressively. We make clear connections to other subjects—from Maths and Science to Art and Business—to show how technology is integrated into every aspect of our lives. We are committed to keeping our course content fresh and regularly update our curriculum to explore new and innovative technologies.

We believe students learn best when they are invested in their education. That’s why:

• Each project starts with an exciting “Hook” to capture interest and imagination.
• Learning goals are clear from the start, helping students understand the journey ahead.
• Students are encouraged to take ownership, fostering critical thinking and a deeper engagement with their learning.

Our goal is to equip your child with essential technical skills and the ability to think about their own learning, preparing them for a future full of possibilities.