• Make use of the school network for day to day computational tasks
• Awareness of basic formatting and word processing.
• Make use of web browser facilities and an awareness of online safety

• To name the components within the computer
• To be able to explain how each of these devices interact
• What affects the performance of the computer?

• To be able to write a set of precise instructions to complete the task
• To translate this into a flowchart
• To understand the importance of pattern recognition and sub programs.

• Learn to use block-based visual programming tools like Scratch to create functional programs.
• Introduction to designing simple, user-friendly interfaces that enhance the usability of applications.
• Use visual programming to develop animations and interactive projects, connecting logic blocks to define behaviours.

• Learn how to use p5.js, a JavaScript library, to create graphics, animations, and interactive programs in the browser.
• Use simple functions to draw shapes, control colours, and create visual designs programmatically.
• Implement user input (like mouse or keyboard events) to create dynamic and interactive web experiences.

• Basic knowledge of how to manage privacy settings on social media and other online accounts.
• Learn about potential online risks, including cyberbullying, identity theft, phishing, and online scams, understanding their signs and impacts.
• Develop skills for responsible social media use, including understanding the long-term implications of online posts and the importance of maintaining a positive digital footprint.

• Learn how to build applications that respond to various user inputs and events dynamically, like mouse clicks, timers, and keyboard interactions.
• Develop more sophisticated and visually engaging interfaces with custom layouts, animations, and interactive elements.

• Master Python's basic syntax, including variables, loops, conditionals, and functions to write efficient code.
• Gain experience using Python to implement fundamental coding concepts like variables, loops, and conditionals.

• Understanding of the binary number system and how it is used to represent data in computers.
• Learn the fundamentals of Boolean algebra, including AND, OR, and NOT operations, and how logic gates use these to perform computations.
• Understand how computers perform binary addition and subtraction, and gain insight into memory units and how computers organize and store data.

• Explore how graphic designers can promote inclusive, honest, and ethical practices, ensuring that their work respects diverse audiences and maintains integrity in media and advertising.
• Learn complex software for graphic editing tools like Adobe Photoshop or similar software to perform basic image manipulations (e.g., cropping, resizing, and colour adjustments).

• Develop a deeper understanding of algorithm design, focusing on optimizing loops to solve more complex problems.
• Gain experience using Python libraries, importing modules to extend Python’s functionality for different tasks.

• Learn how to use HTML tags, attributes, and elements to structure web pages and create content such as headings, paragraphs, lists, and links.
• Introduction to CSS for styling web pages, including layout, colors, fonts, and positioning to enhance the look and feel of a website.

• Explore more complex techniques for creating responsive, real-time interactivity and sophisticated animations using P5.JS.
• Gain proficiency in incorporating multimedia elements like audio, video, and images into P5.JS projects, enhancing the user experience in interactive web applications.

• Learn about various cyber threats, including malware, phishing, and social engineering, and how they target vulnerabilities in computer systems.
• Explore security techniques such as firewalls, encryption, and authentication methods to protect data and systems from unauthorised access and attacks.
• Understand the principles of encryption, including symmetric and asymmetric encryption, and how they are used to secure data transmission and storage.

• Develop storytelling skills specifically for animation, learning how to effectively convey messages and emotions through visual sequences and character movements.
• Learn key animation principles such as timing, spacing, squash and stretch, and anticipation, to create fluid and realistic movements.
• Explore various animation methods, including traditional hand-drawn animation, stop motion, and computer-generated animation, understanding their unique processes and applications.

• Learn about the primary components of a computer system, including the CPU, RAM, storage devices, and peripheral devices, and their roles in overall functionality.
• Explore how data is represented within a computer, focusing on binary representation and the significance of bits and bytes in data storage and processing.
• Dive into the fetch-decode-execute cycle to learn how the CPU processes instructions, detailing each step's role in executing programs and tasks.
• Gain insights into how clock speed and cache memory influence CPU performance, and understand the impact of these factors on overall system efficiency.