Computing: Key Stage 2
Our KS2 Computing scheme of work provides full national curriculum coverage for Years 3 to 6, helping pupils become confident digital learners and critical thinkers.New statutory RSHE guidance is here. We’re creating our brand new RSE & PSHE scheme ready for September 2026. Learn more
Units
Units of work are organised progressively within five key areas: Computing systems and networks, Programming, Creating media, Data handling and Online safety. Each unit includes structured lesson plans, helpful teacher guidance, supporting resources and videos to make planning and delivery easier in the primary classroom. Designed for use with readily available software and suitable for both Microsoft and Google schools.Year 3
Microsoft Office 365: Computing systems and networks 2: Emailing
Learning how to send emails with attachments and understanding the importance of using them safely and responsibly.
(5 lessons)
Video trailers – Option 1: Using devices other than iPads
Developing digital video skills through creating trailers that use special effects, transitions and editing techniques.
(5 lessons)
Year 4
Microsoft Office 365: Computing systems and networks: Collaborative learning
Developing collaborative working skills through using online software to create and share digital content.
(5 lessons)
Microsoft Office 365: Creating media: Website design
Developing research, word processing and collaborative working skills while learning how webpages and websites are created using Microsoft tools.
(5 lessons)
Year 5
Programming 2: BBC micro:bit
Investigating how to program the BBC micro:bit by creating interactive projects using sensors, variables and conditional statements.
(5 lessons)
Stop-motion animation – Option 1: Using Stop Motion Studio
Developing an understanding of animation by exploring stop-motion techniques and how moving images are created.
(5 lessons)
Year 6
Programming: Exploring Python
Exploring Python programming, focusing on syntax, nested loops and debugging syntax and logic errors.
(5 lessons)
