Refreshed scheme (2026)
Lesson 1: Tinkering with code
Tinkering with block coding.
Learning objective
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Success criteria
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National curriculum
Cross-curricular links
Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, check that the children can recall:
An algorithm is a clear set of instructions to carry out a task.
Problems can be broken down into smaller chunks.
Computers use algorithms to make predictions (machine learning).
A loop repeats a set of instructions.
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Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
Vocabulary definitions
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 15 April 2026
