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Leading Primary Computing with Confidence: Residential CPD in York for New and Established Leaders

Whether you're stepping into the role of computing lead or you've been championing the subject for a year or two, the journey of leading computing in a primary school is both exciting and transformative. But it’s also one that benefits from expert guidance, peer support, and time to reflect and grow.

The residential CPD courses in York are designed with you in mind. From experience levels ranging from brand-new, to established and experienced - these courses will help deepen your impact as a lead.

New Computing Leaders: Build Strong Foundations

If you’re new to leading and don’t know where to start, this 2-day residential is an ideal pathway to success. You’ll benefit from expert-led sessions to:

  • Clarify your role as computing lead by exploring responsibilities through peer discussion.
  • Design an outstanding curriculum using the Teach Computing Curriculum, ensuring age-appropriate progression and clear intent.
  • Assess computing effectively with a mix of formative and summative strategies tailored to the subject.
  • Monitor and evidence progress using efficient practices that balance accountability with teacher workload.
  • Raise the profile of computing by enriching the curriculum, managing change, supporting staff, and exploring engaging enrichment activities.
  • Leading change and supporting others in computing.

You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a toolkit to lead computing effectively across your school.

For Established Leaders: Deepen Your Leadership & Drive Whole-School Impact

If you’re more experienced in leading computing, this advanced residential is designed to take your leadership to the next level. You’ll explore:

  • Effective approaches to teaching programming, and how to identify what best practice looks like in the classroom.
  • How to support teachers across your school in delivering high-quality programming lessons in KS1 and KS2.
  • Cross-curricular strategies for teaching computing knowledge and skills, making learning meaningful and relevant.
  • Contextualised learning techniques that ensure computing objectives are met while engaging pupils in real-world themes
  • Progression planning that works across subjects and year groups, tailored to your school’s unique context.

This is your chance to refine your vision and ensure your computing curriculum is effective for your school.

Why Residential?

Being away from the day-to-day gives you space to think, collaborate, and learn without distractions. In York’s inspiring setting, you’ll:

  • Immerse yourself in high-quality CPD
  • Build relationships with peers and experts
  • Return to school with practical strategies and renewed energy

Ready to Lead with Impact?

Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale up your leadership, these residentials offer the perfect environment to grow. Join us in York at the National STEM Learning Centre and become the computing leader your school and pupils deserve.