Computing: Mixed-age

Computing lessons tailored to the requirements of a mixed-age setting.

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Computing lessons for mixed-age classes and year groups

Unit of work are organised across five key areas: Computing systems and networks, Programming, Creating media, Data handling and Online safety. Each includes lesson plans, guidance, resources and videos to support primary classroom teaching. Suitable for both Microsoft and Google schools.

Mixed-age units follow a Cycle A and Cycle B format, supporting progression across mixed-age classes and year groups.

Year 1/2
Cycle A
Cycle B
Computing
Computing systems and networks: Improving mouse skills
(5 lessons)
Knowing how to log in and navigate around a computer, developing mouse skills, learning how to drag, drop,…
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Multiple options
Multiple options
Computing
Option 1
Option 2
Programming 1: Commands unplugged
(5 lessons)
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Programming 1: Algorithms unplugged
(5 lessons)
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Computing
Skills showcase: Rocket to the moon
(5 lessons)
Developing keyboard and mouse skills by designing rockets, creating digital materials lists, using drawing software and recording data.
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Computing
Computing systems and networks 1: What is a computer?
(5 lessons)
Exploring what a computer is by identifying and learning how inputs and outputs work. Understanding how computers are…
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New!
Multiple options
Multiple options
Computing
Option 1
Option 2
Programming 1: Algorithms and debugging
(5 lessons)
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Programming 1: Algorithms and debugging
(5 lessons)
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Computing
Computing systems and networks 2: Word processing
(5 lessons)
Learning about word processing, the children develop touch typing skills, explore how to stay safe online, use important…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 1
(5 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including using useful tips to stay safe when online; how to manage feelings and…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 2
(4 lessons)
Learning about online safety, including: what happens to information posted online; how to keep things private online; who…
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Year 3/4
Cycle A
Cycle B
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Multiple options
Computing
Option 1
Option 2
Microsoft Office 365: Computing systems and networks 2: Emailing
(5 lessons)
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Google: Computing systems and networks 2: Emailing
(5 lessons)
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Computing
Programming: Scratch
(5 lessons)
Exploring Scratch by programming an animation, the children learn key coding concepts, test and debug their work and…
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Multiple options
Computing
Option 1
Option 2
Video trailers – Option 1: Using devices other than iPads
(5 lessons)
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Video trailers – Option 2: Using iPads
(5 lessons)
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Multiple options
Computing
Option 1
Option 2
Google: Creating media: Website design
(5 lessons)
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Microsoft Office 365: Creating media: Website design
(5 lessons)
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Computing
Programming 1: Further coding with Scratch
(5 lessons)
Programming a game, the children use variables, sensors and if statements, debug their projects and evaluate their designs…
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Computing
Programming 2: Computational thinking
(5 lessons)
Exploring computational thinking through unplugged activities and applying these to programming.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 3
(5 lessons)
Learning about online safety: ‘fake news’, privacy settings, ways to deal with upsetting online content, protecting our personal…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 4
(5 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Year 5/6
Cycle A
Cycle B
New!
Multiple options
Multiple options
Computing
Option 1
Option 2
Programming 2: BBC micro:bit
(5 lessons)
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Programming 2: BBC micro:bit
(5 lessons)
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Computing
Data handling: Mars Rover 1
(5 lessons)
Identifying how the Mars Rover collects different types of data and transmits this back to Earth using binary…
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Computing
Skills showcase: Mars Rover 2
(5 lessons)
Learning about pixels and binary, creating a pixel picture and saving a JPEG as a bitmap to understand…
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Computing
Computing systems and networks: Bletchley Park and the history of computers
(5 lessons)
Exploring code-breaking at Bletchley Park, historical figures in computing, the evolution of computers, designing a computer of the…
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Computing
Computing systems and networks: Exploring AI
(5 lessons)
Exploring what AI is and how it generates text, images and code, as well as learning about creating…
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Computing
Skills showcase: Inventing a product
(5 lessons)
Designing a new electronic product and using CAD software to design appropriate housing for it. Developing skills in…
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Computing
Online safety: Year 5
(5 lessons)
Learning about potential online dangers and safety.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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Computing
Online safety: Year 6
(6 lessons)
Learning how to navigate the internet in an informed, safe and respectful way.
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