Curriculum Leader Development | Computing

Why attend?

High-quality Computing education equips pupils with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Effective subject leadership ensures that pupils experience a coherent curriculum that develops computational thinking, digital literacy and the ability to use technology safely, responsibly and creatively.

This practical, face-to-face professional development day is designed specifically for Computing Leaders. Participants will explore current curriculum guidance, strengthen subject knowledge and gain practical strategies to support effective curriculum leadership and high-quality teaching across the school.

What’s included?

• Updates on current curriculum expectations and developments in Computing.
• Exploration of progression across programming, digital literacy and computer science.
• Practical approaches to teaching Computing effectively across the primary phase.
• Strategies for promoting online safety and responsible technology use.
• Guidance on monitoring, evaluating and developing Computing provision.
• Professional networking and collaboration with other Computing Leaders.

What are the benefits?

Participants will leave with increased confidence in leading Computing, a stronger understanding of curriculum progression and practical approaches that can be implemented immediately within their school.

Benefits include:

• Enhanced subject leadership knowledge and confidence.
• Greater understanding of progression in Computing and computational thinking.
• Practical strategies to strengthen programming, digital literacy and online safety provision.
• Improved confidence in monitoring and evaluating Computing across the school.
• Access to resources, ideas and professional networks.
• Clear actions to support ongoing curriculum development and improvement.

This engaging professional development opportunity will equip leaders with the knowledge, confidence and practical tools needed to champion high-quality Computing education and ensure pupils develop the digital skills they need for the future.