A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 6, Data Handling – Big Data 1.
 
This resource supports pupils as they explore how large-scale data collection and transmission systems operate in everyday life. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as data privacy, encryption, contactless systems, and the role of analysts in managing and interpreting data. Pupils will also learn about the use of barcodes, QR codes, RFID, and NFC to store and transfer information efficiently. It also outlines the process of data encryption, showing how information can be secured using codes that prevent unauthorised access. The role of a systems or data analyst is introduced, helping pupils recognise the importance of sorting, modelling, and analysing data to solve problems.
 

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A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 6: Skills Showcase – Inventing a Product.
 
This resource supports pupils as they explore the process of designing, marketing, and presenting a digital product. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as algorithm, bug, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), input, output, loop, variable, and selection, guiding pupils through planning, prototyping, and pitching ideas. Ideal for consolidating essential knowledge, this organiser reinforces technical understanding and fosters entrepreneurial thinking.

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• Year 5 and Year 6 scheme of work.

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 3, Systems and networks: Networks.

 

This computing knowledge organiser introduces learners to computer networks, helping them understand how digital devices connect and communicate. Key vocabulary such as “network,” “router,” and “internet” supports comprehension of how data travels between devices. It also includes examples of wired and wireless connections and outlines the advantages and challenges of networked systems. Perfect for reinforcing core computing concepts and encouraging curiosity about the digital world.

 

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A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 5, Data Handling – Mars Rover 1.

This resource supports pupils as they explore how data is collected, transmitted, and interpreted by the Mars Rover. It introduces key computing concepts such as binary code, pixel representation, and data transmission, providing clear explanations and visual references. Ideal for building foundational understanding of data systems and their real-world applications in space technology.

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A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 5: Systems and Networks – Search Engines.

 

This resource supports pupils as they explore how search engines function and how to use them effectively. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as keywords, web crawlers, indexing, and the world wide web, helping pupils understand how information is gathered, organised, and retrieved online. The organiser also addresses the importance of evaluating the accuracy of information and recognising false or inaccurate content. Ideal for consolidating essential knowledge, this organiser enhances pupils’ digital literacy and critical thinking skills in navigating online information.

 

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A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 4, Website design.

 

This resource supports pupils as they learn how to design and build their own websites. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as homepage, hyperlink, embed, and publish, guiding pupils through the process of planning, creating, and editing web pages. Ideal for consolidating essential knowledge and skills this organiser enhances pupils’ digital literacy and understanding of website structure and design.

 

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• Year 3 and Year 4 Computing scheme of work.

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 4, Computational Thinking.

 

This resource is designed to support the children as they explore computational thinking. It highlights key vocabulary and concepts, including abstraction, decomposition, pattern recognition and algorithm design. The resource introduces code blocks and the role of sequencing in solving problems using logical steps. It helps the children understand how computers process instructions and encourages them to break down problems into manageable parts. It is perfect for consolidating essential knowledge and fostering problem-solving skills in programming and everyday situations.

 

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A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 5, Mars Rover 2.

 

This resource supports pupils as they deepen their understanding of how data is collected and transmitted remotely, using the context of Mars rovers. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as algorithms, binary images, bits, compression, and computer-aided design (CAD). Pupils will explore how digital images are formed using pixels and the RGB colour model, and how data is encoded for efficient storage and transmission. Ideal for consolidating essential knowledge, this organiser enhances pupils’ digital literacy and understanding of data representation in computing.

 

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• Year 5 and Year 6 Computing scheme of work.

A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Computing, Year 3, Comparison cards database.

 

This resource supports learners in understanding the structure and purpose of databases by using comparison cards to explore how data can be organised, grouped, and searched. Key terms such as “record”, “field”, and “data set” are clearly introduced alongside visual examples. It reinforces foundational knowledge in data handling and introduces logical reasoning through categorisation activities.

 

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• Year 3 and Year 4 Computing scheme of work.