Computing at Excalibur

'I liked it when we got to use the iPads to draw! We learnt how to make straight lines and paint a picture.' Year 1

'We have been taking photos and learning if they are landscape or portrait!' Year 2

'I have really enjoyed learning how to use Scratch! We have used ScratchJr before but I love Scratch more!' Year 3

'We got to film our own podcasts! I really enjoyed writing a script and making it on something that I enjoy' Year 4

'I really enjoyed it when Raj came in and used the Micro:bits with us! I thought they were so cool! We learnt how to make a rock scissors game on them!' Year 5

'I really enjoyed making a website and learning how to hyperlink to other pages! It was really fun!' Year 6

Year 1

We have used the BeeBots to make individual commands. We identified what each floor robot command does and used that knowledge to start predicting the outcome of programs. We then were introduced to the early stages of program design through the introduction of algorithms.

Year 2

In Year 2 we have been developing the understanding of instructions in sequences and the use of logical reasoning to predict outcomes. We have given commands in different orders to investigate how the order affects the outcome. We have also learnt about design in programming by creating a space theme BeeBot track. We have designed algorithms and then tested those algorithms as programs and debug them.

Year 3

In Year 3 we have been developing our understanding of what a branching database is and how to create one. We have used yes/no questions to gain an understanding of what attributes are and how to use them to sort groups of objects. We have then created physical and on-screen branching databases.

Year 4

Year 4 have been developing their understanding of how digital images can be changed and edited, and how they can then be resaved and reused. We have also considered the impact that editing images can have, and evaluate the effectiveness of their choices.

Year 5

In this unit, Year 5 have started to create vector drawings. We have learnt how to use different drawing tools to help create images. We have recognised that images in vector drawings are created using shapes and lines, and each individual element in the drawing is called an object. We have layered their objects and begin grouping and duplicating them to support the creation of more complex pieces of work.

Year 6