Computer Science and Business
Our Computer Science Staff
Mr L Howard - Subject Leader
Mrs H Allan
Mr D Dwyer
Why Computer Science Matters
Computer Science helps pupils understand the digital world around them and how technology works. Students learn not just how to use computers, but how to create, design and problem-solve using them. The subject prepares pupils for a wide range of future careers and helps them develop logical thinking and an understanding of how technology shapes modern life and society.
What Skills Do Pupils Learn?
- Programming skills – writing and understanding code to solve problems
- Logical thinking – breaking down complex problems into manageable steps
- Problem-solving – designing, testing and improving solutions
- Digital literacy – understanding how computers, networks and data work
- Creativity and innovation – creating digital solutions and applications
- Online safety and responsibility – using technology safely and ethically
These skills help pupils become confident and independent users of technology.
How Can Parents Help?
Parents can support Computer Science learning by:
- Encouraging an interest in technology and how it works
- Promoting safe and responsible use of the internet
- Encouraging problem-solving and logical thinking at home
- Exploring apps, games or websites that develop coding and digital skills
Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9)
Collaborating and using media
Computational thinking
Programming
Spreadsheets
Powerpoint
Cyber security
Mobile app development
Python programming and MicroBiT programming
Databases
AI and data science
Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11)
We run to pathways for GCSE - Computer Science and Information Technology (IT)
We follow the OCR specification for Computer Science - available here.
We follow the OCR specification for IT - available here
Computer Science
Systems and architecture
Memory and storage
Computer networks and security
Ethical, legal, cultural and environmental impacts of digital technology
Algorithms
Boolean logic
Programming Languages and Integrated Development Environments
Information Technology
Data manipulation using spreadsheets
IT in the digital world
Cyber security in the digital world
Using Augmented Reality to present information
Digital communications
Internet of everything
Key Stage 5 (Years 12 and 13)
We run an A Level in Computer Science