National curriculum alignment for our 2026 Computing scheme

This resource demonstrates how Kapow Primary’s Computing scheme of work covers the statutory guidance from EYFS (Reception) through to KS1 and KS2.

How does this document support curriculum planning? 

The document maps each unit of the 2026 scheme to the specific content and aims of the Computing National curriculum. This ensures that every lesson contributes to the spiral progression of skills and knowledge, leading to the attainment of end-of-key-stage targets.

For EYFS, it details alignment with the Early Learning Goals and Development Matters statements, and provides guidance on transition and EYFS Computing.

What core Computing skills and knowledge are covered? 

Kapow Primary’s 2026 Computing scheme of work is built around the following five key areas:

• Computing systems and networks – learning about different hardware and software, how to use them and how computers communicate with each other in a network.
• Programming – learning how computers follow instructions or algorithms; writing and debugging code for a range of purposes using different programming languages.
• Data handling – learning about different types of data and how data is collected, recorded, stored, presented and shared.
• Creating media – producing and editing digital artefacts such as video, music and images.
• Online safety – identifying how to stay safe online in a range of situations reflecting the children’s age and common online activities.

What are the benefits of this curriculum coverage document for teachers? 

This National curriculum coverage document clearly shows which key skills are developed in each unit across the year groups. It ensures a broad and balanced Computing curriculum, giving children varied experiences with the fundamentals.

Supported by this document, teachers will find clear pathways for Computing assessment, ensuring consistent tracking of pupil progress. 

What other Kapow Primary resources support primary computing teaching? 

• For Computing long-term plans, skills and knowledge progression and more, visit the Computing curriculum portal.
• See how children begin the Computing scheme with our EYFS (Reception) Computing units. 
• To learn how children develop their Computing skills, see our Year 1 and Year 2 Computing units.
• Explore more of the Computing scheme by browsing our Year 3 and Year 4 units; Year 5 and Year 6 units; and Mixed-age units.