Progression in Computational Knowledge, Concepts and Skills

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Year 5

Year 6

Algorithms

create a series of instructions and plan a journey for a programmable toy

understand that algorithms are used on digital devices

Create programs

create, store and retrieve digital content

write a simple program and test it

create, store and retrieve digital content

give an ‘on-screen’ robot specific instructions that takes them from A to B

use technology to control an external device

write a program that combines more than one attribute

Develop programmes

design a sequence of instructions, including directional instructions

experiment with variables to control models

develop a program that has specific variables identified

develop a sequenced program that has repetition and variables identified

Using programmes

understand what computer networks do and how they provide multiple services

produce and upload a podcast

combine sequences of instructions and procedures to turn devices on and off

present the data collected in a way that makes it easy for others to understand

Reasoning

predict what the outcome of a simple program will be (logical reasoning).

discern when it is best to use technology and where it adds little or no value

make an accurate prediction and explain why they believe something will happen (linked to programming)

analyse and evaluate information reaching a conclusion that helps with future developments

design algorithms that use repetition and 2-way selection

Using technology

use a website and a camera record sound and play back

understand that programs require precise instructions

organise, retrieve and manipulate digital content

Uses of IT beyond school

talk about some of the IT uses in their own home

know how technology is used in school and outside of school

Safe use

use technology safely

keep personal information private

know where to go for help if concerned.

use technology respectfully and responsibly

Know different ways they can get help if concerned

recognise acceptable and unacceptable behaviour using technology

understand that they have to make choices when using technology and that not everything is true and/or safe

Be increasingly aware of the potential dangers in using aspects of IT and know when to alert someone if feeling uncomfortable

Networks

navigate the web to complete simple searches

know how to search for specific information and know which information is useful and which is not

Search engines

use a range of software for similar purposes

collect and present information

select and use software to accomplish given goals

understand how search results are selected and ranked

be aware that some search engines may provide misleading information