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Computing courses for teachers

Discover our range of professional development courses, designed to help you teach computing. Courses cover key stages 1 to 4 and cater for all levels of knowledge.

Choose how and when you want to learn, through face to face, online, or live remote training.

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We offer financial support to state-funded schools and colleges across England, including subsidies to support supply cover for continuing professional development.

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Adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum for mixed-year classes - short courseCP404

Explore progression within Teach Computing Curriculum and how to use this to adapt it for your own mixed-age setting.

Live remote training 10 September 15:30—10 September 2024
Live remote training 24 September 15:30—24 September 2024
Cowes 8 October 15:30—8 October 2024
Live remote training 18 November 09:30—18 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:30—2 December 2024
Live remote training 9 December 12:30—9 December 2024

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AI in primary computingCP408

Explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be linked to aspects of the primary computing curriculum, supporting creativity, digital literacy, and the use of information technology.

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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Algorithms and programming in key stage 1CP019

Explore the fundamentals of algorithms and programming in key stage one. Explore progression, pedagogy and how to develop computational thinking skills.

Sheffield 22 October 09:00—22 October 2024
Gateshead 5 November 09:00—5 November 2024
Woodbridge 29 November 09:30—29 November 2024

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Programming Algorithms Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short courseCP457

A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing

Live remote training 12 September 16:00—12 September 2024
Live remote training 24 September 16:00—24 September 2024
Live remote training 9 October 16:00—9 October 2024
Live remote training 21 October 16:00—21 October 2024
Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 19 November 16:00—19 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 16:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 16:00—18 December 2024
Live remote training 27 February 13:30—27 February 2025
Live remote training 28 February 10:00—28 February 2025
Live remote training 3 March 15:30—3 March 2025
Live remote training 7 March 15:30—7 March 2025

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Assessment of primary computingCP007

Develop your confidence and knowledge in assessing computing across the primary age range.

Bristol 20 September 09:30—20 September 2024
Leicester 27 September 09:00—27 September 2024
Huntingdon 4 October 10:00—4 October 2024
Rotherham 8 October 09:30—8 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 10 October 10:00—10 October 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 14 October 09:00—14 October 2024
Swindon 15 October 09:30—15 October 2024
Cheltenham 17 October 09:30—17 October 2024
Live remote training 18 October 09:00—18 October 2024
Coventry 21 October 09:00—21 October 2024
Wednesbury 22 October 09:00—22 October 2024
Bury St Edmunds 5 November 09:30—5 November 2024
Darlington 6 November 09:00—6 November 2024
Shrewsbury 7 November 09:00—7 November 2024
Cowes 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Woodbridge 15 November 09:30—15 November 2024
Mansfield 22 November 09:00—22 November 2024
Lincoln 28 November 09:30—28 November 2024
Swindon 2 December 09:30—2 December 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 December 10:00—3 December 2024
Maidstone 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Wellington 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
6 December 09:30—6 December 2024
Hatfield 6 December 09:30—6 December 2024
Cheltenham 10 December 09:30—10 December 2024
Sheffield 13 December 09:00—13 December 2024
Orpington 22 January 09:00—22 January 2025
Nottingham 7 February 09:00—7 February 2025
Cheltenham 7 March 09:30—7 March 2025
Swindon 11 March 09:30—11 March 2025
21 March 09:30—21 March 2025
Lincoln 19 May 09:30—19 May 2025
Wellington 11 June 09:00—11 June 2025
Derby 30 June 09:00—30 June 2025

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Bring computing to life using a context-based approach - residentialCP010

Explore strategies to bring contexts and careers into your computing curriculum including using the micro:bit for creative digital projects.

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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Careers and enrichment in primary computing with STEM Ambassadors - short courseCP441

Find out how career-linked learning and enrichment opportunities can provide motivation and broaden horizons for learners at primary school.

Live remote training 18 September 16:00—18 September 2024
Live remote training 16 October 16:00—16 October 2024
Live remote training 24 October 15:00—24 October 2024
Live remote training 4 November 15:45—4 November 2024
Live remote training 14 November 15:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 4 December 16:00—4 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 16:00—10 December 2024
Live remote training 24 April 14:00—24 April 2025
Live remote training 28 April 14:00—28 April 2025

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Cross curricular Leadership Careers Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Computing for specialist teachers of autistic studentsCP291

Plan and teach an effective computing curriculum for students with autism in a specialist setting.

London 15 November 09:00—15 November 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 28 November 10:00—28 November 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 12 December 09:00—12 December 2024
Lincoln 17 March 09:30—17 March 2025

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Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your primary school - short courseCP403

Find out how to use the Computing Quality Framework effectively to identify school needs and implement effective change to drive a high-quality computing education.

Live remote training 16 September 15:45—16 September 2024
Live remote training 26 September 15:45—26 September 2024
Live remote training 7 October 15:30—7 October 2024
Live remote training 15 October 15:30—15 October 2024
Live remote training 13 November 15:45—13 November 2024
Live remote training 28 November 15:45—28 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 9 December 16:00—9 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 15:30—10 December 2024
Live remote training 20 January 14:00—20 January 2025
Live remote training 30 January 10:00—30 January 2025
Live remote training 4 February 15:30—4 February 2025
Live remote training 13 February 15:30—13 February 2025
Live remote training 26 March 16:00—26 March 2025
Live remote training 1 July 16:00—1 July 2025

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Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in ComputingCO700

Explore ways to make your computing lessons more inclusive for learners with special educational needs and disabilities.

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Developing and supporting programming within your primary school- face to faceCP003

Ensure progression in programming, using effective approaches within your school.

Leicester 13 September 09:00—13 September 2024
Scarborough 19 September 09:30—19 September 2024
Maidstone 26 September 09:30—26 September 2024
Bury St Edmunds 26 September 09:30—26 September 2024
4 October 09:30—4 October 2024
Shrewsbury 9 October 09:00—9 October 2024
Huntingdon 21 October 09:30—21 October 2024
Hatfield 12 November 09:30—12 November 2024
Bingley 20 November 09:30—20 November 2024
Derby 25 November 09:00—25 November 2024
Nottingham 29 November 09:00—29 November 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 6 December 09:00—6 December 2024
Leeds 9 December 09:30—9 December 2024
Nottingham 17 January 09:00—17 January 2025
Lincoln 3 February 09:30—3 February 2025
Cowes 18 March 09:00—18 March 2025
Derby 6 May 09:00—6 May 2025
London 15 May 09:15—15 May 2025

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Developing the established primary computing leader - residentialCP013

During this two-day residential, you'll build on your leadership of computing, and find out support programming and context-based learning within your role.

York 7 January 10:00—8 January 2025
York 16 June 10:00—17 June 2025

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Effective computing transition from KS2-3CP415

Develop a transition project demonstrating knowledge, understanding and skills to support KS2 / KS3 teachers in ensuring the curriculum needs are met through the transition process.

Live remote training 14 August 13:00—14 August 2024

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Empowering girls in key stage 2 computingCP409

To address the gender gap in computing, we need to start during primary. Explore the reasons for the gender gap, and discover strategies to overcome them in your classroom to empower girls in computing.

Live remote training 14 August 09:00—14 August 2024
Live remote training 6 September 13:00—6 September 2024
Live remote training 25 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 19 November 15:45—19 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 13:00—6 December 2024
Live remote training 13 December 12:45—13 December 2024
Live remote training 1 April 14:00—1 April 2025
Live remote training 2 April 14:00—2 April 2025
Live remote training 28 April 15:30—28 April 2025
Live remote training 24 June 11:00—24 June 2025
Live remote training 27 June 09:30—27 June 2025

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Empowering trainee teachers: Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP017

A comprehensive introduction to primary computing for trainees. Exploring easy to use resources, lesson planning, hands-on experience and classroom management in computing lessons.

Leicester 8 November 09:00—10 January 2025
Leicester 8 November 13:00—10 January 2025
Sheffield 3 December 09:30—3 December 2024
Nottingham 6 December 13:00—28 March 2025
Bingley 16 December 08:45—16 December 2024
Leeds 16 December 09:00—16 December 2024

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Empowering trainee teachers: Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP417

A comprehensive introduction to primary computing. Exploring easy to use resources, lesson planning, hands-on experience of computing activities and classroom management in computing lessons.

Live remote training 20 September 09:00—20 September 2024
Live remote training 18 October 09:15—18 October 2024
Live remote training 1 November 09:00—1 November 2024
Live remote training 6 November 13:00—5 March 2025
Live remote training 2 December 09:15—2 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 09:00—17 December 2024

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Essentials for teaching primary computing - residentialCP011

During this two day residential, you'll explore three strands of the computing curriculum (computer science, information technology and digital literacy) before taking a deeper dive into teaching programming.

York 27 November 10:00—28 November 2024
York 1 May 10:00—2 May 2025

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Get started with the Teach Computing Curriculum in your primary schoolCO040

Improve understanding of computing using the freely available Teach Computing Curriculum and understand how to use it to deliver computing in your primary school.

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Getting started in Year 1 - short courseCP462

Explore how to teach computing in Year 1 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 3 September 13:00—3 September 2024
Live remote training 9 September 16:30—9 September 2024
Live remote training 11 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—6 November 2024
Live remote training 25 September 13:00—25 September 2024
Live remote training 1 October 13:00—1 October 2024
Live remote training 14 October 15:45—21 October 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:45—10 December 2024
Live remote training 5 December 15:45—12 December 2024

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Getting started in year 2 - short courseCP466

Explore how to teach computing in Year 2 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 3 September 13:00—3 September 2024
Live remote training 11 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 12 September 15:00—12 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—6 November 2024
Live remote training 10 October 14:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 15 October 16:00—29 October 2024
Live remote training 11 November 15:45—25 November 2024
Live remote training 15 November 09:00—15 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 14:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 16:00—17 December 2024

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Getting started in year 3 - short courseCP459

Explore how to teach computing in Year 3 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 3 September 13:00—3 September 2024
Live remote training 11 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—6 November 2024
Live remote training 19 September 12:00—19 September 2024
Live remote training 23 September 09:30—23 September 2024
Live remote training 10 October 13:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 14 October 13:00—14 October 2024
Live remote training 5 November 14:30—5 November 2024
Live remote training 26 November 14:30—26 November 2024

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Getting started in Year 4 - short courseCP465

Explore how to teach computing in Year 4 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 3 September 13:00—3 September 2024
Live remote training 11 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 13 September 09:30—13 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—6 November 2024
Live remote training 20 September 13:00—20 September 2024
Live remote training 7 October 15:45—7 October 2024
Live remote training 21 October 15:45—21 October 2024
Live remote training 18 November 15:45—18 November 2024
Live remote training 5 December 15:30—5 December 2024
Live remote training 13 December 13:00—13 December 2024
Live remote training 16 January 15:00—16 January 2025
Live remote training 6 March 15:00—6 March 2025
Live remote training 13 March 15:45—13 March 2025

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Getting started in year 5 - short courseCP460

A comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 5 using the Teach Computing Curriculum.

Live remote training 3 September 13:00—3 September 2024
Live remote training 10 September 15:30—10 September 2024
Live remote training 11 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—6 November 2024
Live remote training 20 September 13:00—20 September 2024
Live remote training 7 October 13:00—7 October 2024
Live remote training 16 October 13:00—16 October 2024
Live remote training 6 November 15:45—12 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 13:00—21 November 2024
Live remote training 6 December 12:30—6 December 2024
Live remote training 12 December 12:30—12 December 2024

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Getting started in Year 6 - short courseCP467

Explore how to teach computing in Year 6 using the Teach Computing Curriculum

Live remote training 3 September 13:00—3 September 2024
Live remote training 11 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 09:30—18 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—6 November 2024
Live remote training 3 October 13:00—3 October 2024
Live remote training 10 October 09:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 24 October 09:30—24 October 2024
Live remote training 13 November 14:00—13 November 2024
Live remote training 27 November 14:00—27 November 2024
Live remote training 9 December 15:30—16 December 2024
Live remote training 17 December 13:00—17 December 2024

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Help! How do I lead primary computing? - residentialCP015

During this two day residential, you’ll gain essential skills and knowledge to lead computing in your school. Covering key areas such as your role as a subject leader, curriculum, assessment and supporting other staff, you will be equipped able to lead computing with confidence.

York 23 October 10:00—24 October 2024

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Implementing the Teach Computing Curriculum in your schoolCP255

This course aims to support teachers and subject leads in implementing the Teach Computing Curriculum in their own school.

St Neots 3 September 08:30—3 September 2024
Lincoln 27 September 09:30—27 September 2024
Woodbridge 3 October 09:30—3 October 2024
Hatfield 8 October 09:30—8 October 2024
Wellington 9 October 09:00—9 October 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 21 October 09:00—21 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 23 October 10:00—23 October 2024
Darlington 25 October 09:00—25 October 2024
Doncaster 12 November 09:30—12 November 2024
Bingley 13 November 09:30—13 November 2024
Bury St Edmunds 13 November 09:30—13 November 2024
Sheffield 4 December 09:00—4 December 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 13 December 10:00—13 December 2024
Wellington 22 January 09:00—22 January 2025
Wellington 1 May 09:00—1 May 2025
Lincoln 9 June 09:30—9 June 2025
Orpington 11 June 09:15—11 June 2025
Leicester 11 July 09:00—11 July 2025

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Inclusive Computing in Primary SchoolsCP005

Computing is for every child, and the school curriculum must allow for all children to succeed. Computing subject leaders can make inclusive, effective curriculum implementation happen, leading to success for all.

Ashton-under-Lyne 17 September 10:00—17 September 2024
Liphook 27 September 09:00—27 September 2024
Swindon 1 October 09:30—1 October 2024
Ellesmere Port 15 October 09:15—15 October 2024
London 17 October 09:15—17 October 2024
Derby 21 October 09:00—21 October 2024
Bury St Edmunds 22 October 09:30—22 October 2024
Bristol 25 October 09:30—25 October 2024
Bingley 6 November 09:30—6 November 2024
Hatfield 6 November 09:30—6 November 2024
Lincoln 8 November 09:30—8 November 2024
Woodbridge 21 November 09:30—21 November 2024
Rotherham 26 November 09:30—26 November 2024
Leeds 11 December 09:30—11 December 2024
Cowes 21 January 09:00—21 January 2025
Swindon 10 February 09:30—10 February 2025
Lincoln 25 April 09:30—25 April 2025

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Introduction to primary computing - face to faceCP004

For primary computing teachers who are new to the subject or its leadership. This CPD covers the whole computing curriculum at an introductory level, looking at computer science, programming, information technology and digital literacy.

Coalville 6 September 09:00—6 September 2024
Bristol 13 September 09:30—13 September 2024
Swindon 17 September 09:30—17 September 2024
Woodbridge 19 September 09:30—19 September 2024
Cowes 24 September 09:00—24 September 2024
Leeds 25 September 09:30—25 September 2024
Cheltenham 30 September 09:30—30 September 2024
Dronfield 30 September 15:30—12 May 2025
Bury St Edmunds 1 October 09:30—1 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 1 October 10:00—1 October 2024
Nottingham 4 October 09:00—4 October 2024
Lincoln 4 October 09:30—4 October 2024
Bingley 9 October 09:30—9 October 2024
Darlington 17 October 09:30—17 October 2024
Wellington 18 November 09:00—18 November 2024
Cornwall 19 November 09:00—19 November 2024
Hatfield 19 November 09:30—19 November 2024
Derby 2 December 09:00—2 December 2024
Wellington 10 March 09:00—10 March 2025
Stoke-on-Trent 20 March 08:45—20 March 2025
Stoke-on-Trent 27 March 08:45—27 March 2025
Wellington 18 June 09:00—18 June 2025

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Introduction to primary computing - remoteCP454

For primary computing teachers who are new to the subject or its leadership. This CPD covers the whole computing curriculum at an introductory level, looking at computer science, programming, information technology and digital literacy.

Live remote training 12 September 09:00—12 September 2024
Live remote training 26 September 09:00—26 September 2024
Live remote training 1 October 09:30—1 October 2024
Live remote training 15 October 09:30—15 October 2024
Live remote training 4 November 09:00—4 November 2024
Live remote training 14 November 09:00—14 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:00—2 December 2024
Live remote training 18 December 09:00—18 December 2024

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Introduction to Programming with ScratchCO232

Learn how to use Scratch to design and make animations and games suitable for primary - age children.

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Introduction to the micro:bit in key stage 2 - short courseCP292

Explore physical computing using the micro: bit device; finding out how it can be used to develop understanding of programming through creative digital projects.

Live remote training 11 September 16:00—11 September 2024
Dartford 12 September 15:30—12 September 2024
Kidlington 30 September 15:30—30 September 2024
Lincoln 1 October 12:15—1 October 2024
Birmingham 1 October 13:00—1 October 2024
Wirral 3 October 15:50—3 October 2024
Hatfield 9 October 16:00—9 October 2024
Gateshead 10 October 14:30—10 October 2024
Maidstone 16 October 16:00—16 October 2024
Dartford 17 October 15:30—17 October 2024
Scarborough 24 October 12:45—24 October 2024
Ellesmere Port 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Dartford 14 November 15:30—14 November 2024
Cornwall 19 November 14:00—19 November 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 25 November 13:00—25 November 2024
Dartford 12 December 15:30—12 December 2024
Maidstone 7 January 16:00—7 January 2025
Nottingham 17 January 16:00—17 January 2025
Lincoln 11 February 14:30—11 February 2025
Wellington 19 March 12:00—19 March 2025
Nottingham 9 May 13:00—9 May 2025
Lincoln 3 June 14:30—3 June 2025
Wellington 1 July 12:00—1 July 2025

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Introduction to the Teach Computing Curriculum - short courseCP461

Find out about the Teach Computing Curriculum and how to implement it in your school.

Live remote training 1 August 16:00—1 August 2024
Live remote training 11 September 16:00—11 September 2024
Live remote training 19 September 14:30—19 September 2024
Live remote training 24 September 09:15—24 September 2024
Live remote training 2 October 16:30—2 October 2024
Live remote training 10 October 09:30—10 October 2024
Live remote training 22 October 13:00—22 October 2024
Live remote training 5 November 09:30—5 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:45—2 December 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:45—3 December 2024

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Leading and assessing primary computing - residentialCP016

Develop the skills and strategies required to successfully lead primary computing, with a focus on supporting staff and assessment.

York 11 December 10:00—12 December 2024

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Leading primary computing - module 1 - face to faceCP008

Essential knowledge for primary computing subject leaders. Improve your understanding of the role and the subject. Identify where your school is now and plan for improvements.

Burton-on-Trent 19 September 11:00—2 June 2025
Doncaster 24 September 09:30—24 September 2024
Hatfield 25 September 09:30—25 September 2024
Shrewsbury 26 September 09:00—26 September 2024
Orpington 26 September 09:15—26 September 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 26 September 10:00—26 September 2024
Macclesfield 27 September 09:30—27 September 2024
Maidstone 27 September 09:30—27 September 2024
Cambridge 27 September 10:00—27 September 2024
Darlington 1 October 09:00—1 October 2024
Swindon 7 October 09:30—7 October 2024
Dagenham 14 October 09:30—14 October 2024
Lincoln 15 October 09:30—15 October 2024
Cheltenham 16 October 09:30—16 October 2024
Bingley 16 October 09:30—16 October 2024
Bristol 18 October 09:30—18 October 2024
Leeds 23 October 09:30—23 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 24 October 10:00—24 October 2024
Bury St Edmunds 11 November 09:30—11 November 2024
Wellington 12 November 09:00—12 November 2024
Gateshead 14 November 09:00—14 November 2024
14 November 09:30—14 November 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 22 November 10:00—22 November 2024
Horsham 27 November 09:00—27 November 2024
Sheffield 27 November 09:00—27 November 2024
Woodbridge 28 November 09:30—28 November 2024
Coventry 29 November 09:00—29 November 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 5 December 09:00—5 December 2024
Orton Southgate 6 December 10:00—6 December 2024
Lincoln 31 January 09:30—31 January 2025
Wellington 4 February 09:00—4 February 2025
Swindon 4 February 09:30—4 February 2025
28 February 09:30—28 February 2025
Lincoln 17 June 09:30—17 June 2025

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Leading primary computing - module 2 - remoteCP456

Lead computing in your school with confidence. Raise the profile of computing through resources, enrichment opportunities and staff development. Learn how to manage change in your subject.

Live remote training 3 October 09:30—3 October 2024
Live remote training 8 October 09:30—8 October 2024
Live remote training 16 October 13:15—21 May 2025
Maidstone 18 October 09:30—18 October 2024
Live remote training 13 November 09:00—13 November 2024
Live remote training 21 November 09:00—21 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 09:15—3 December 2024
Oxford 12 December 09:00—12 December 2024
Live remote training 16 December 09:15—16 December 2024
Live remote training 6 January 09:00—6 January 2025
Live remote training 13 January 09:00—13 January 2025
Live remote training 15 January 09:30—15 January 2025
Live remote training 26 March 09:00—26 March 2025
Live remote training 31 March 09:00—31 March 2025

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Leading primary computing - module 3CP009

Adapt your computing curriculum to better fit your school, including through adaptive teaching. Explore how to make the most of your computing budget, and move towards outstanding computing.

Bury St Edmunds 2 October 09:30—2 October 2024
Gravesend 10 October 09:30—10 October 2024
Birmingham 17 October 09:00—17 October 2024
Sheffield 18 October 09:00—18 October 2024
Maidstone 6 November 09:30—6 November 2024
8 November 09:30—8 November 2024
Swindon 11 November 09:30—11 November 2024
Huntingdon 15 November 10:00—15 November 2024
Cheltenham 20 November 09:30—20 November 2024
Cheltenham 14 January 09:30—14 January 2025
17 January 09:30—17 January 2025
Swindon 21 January 09:30—21 January 2025
Dagenham 30 January 09:30—30 January 2025
Shaw, Newbury 25 February 09:30—25 February 2025
Wellington 15 May 09:00—15 May 2025

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Literacy via primary computing – building vocabulary and embedding literacy skillsCP407

Explore how to teach computing vocabulary effectively. Unpick the opportunities within the computing curriculum and computing lessons to build literacy skills.

Live remote training 25 September 15:45—25 September 2024
Live remote training 30 September 15:45—30 September 2024
Live remote training 11 October 10:30—11 October 2024
Live remote training 11 November 15:45—11 November 2024
Live remote training 13 November 16:00—13 November 2024
Cowes 3 December 15:30—3 December 2024
Live remote training 5 December 16:00—5 December 2024
Live remote training 10 December 15:45—10 December 2024

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Maths in primary computingCP418

Explore how primary maths and computing can be linked, highlighting the similarities in critical thinking skills and subject content, to maximise learning in both subject areas.

Live remote training 4 November 15:45—4 November 2024
Live remote training 18 November 16:00—18 November 2024
Live remote training 10 December 15:45—10 December 2024
Live remote training 16 December 16:00—16 December 2024

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Mathematics Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Online safety through primary computing - short courseCP469

This short course will support the needs of schools in ensuring that they keep children safe whilst teaching computing and using technology to access the full primary curriculum.

Live remote training 15 August 11:30—15 August 2024
Live remote training 16 September 15:45—16 September 2024
Live remote training 30 September 15:45—30 September 2024
Live remote training 9 October 15:45—9 October 2024
Live remote training 18 October 00:00—18 October 2024
Live remote training 11 November 15:30—11 November 2024
Live remote training 25 November 15:30—25 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 15:45—2 December 2024
Cowes 4 February 15:30—4 February 2025

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Physical computing kit - KS2 Crumble - short courseCP252

Explore physical computing using the Crumble device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

Dartford 10 September 15:30—10 September 2024
Leicester 17 September 16:00—17 September 2024
Chinnor 25 September 09:30—25 September 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 1 October 15:00—1 October 2024
Birmingham 1 October 15:00—1 October 2024
Gateshead 10 October 13:00—10 October 2024
Dartford 15 October 15:30—15 October 2024
Maidstone 15 October 16:00—15 October 2024
Scarborough 24 October 09:00—24 October 2024
Ellesmere Port 12 November 10:30—12 November 2024
Dartford 12 November 15:30—12 November 2024
Oxford 14 November 09:30—14 November 2024
Shrewsbury 18 November 13:30—18 November 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 25 November 15:00—25 November 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 December 15:00—3 December 2024
Dartford 10 December 15:30—10 December 2024
Leicester 10 December 16:00—10 December 2024
Maidstone 8 January 16:00—8 January 2025
Lincoln 11 February 12:45—11 February 2025
London 24 February 10:00—24 February 2025
Wellington 19 March 09:00—19 March 2025
Lincoln 3 June 12:45—3 June 2025
Wellington 1 July 09:00—1 July 2025

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Physical Computing Kit Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Physical computing kits - KS1 BeeBotsCP256

Explore physical computing in Key Stage 1 using Bee-Bots and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

Dartford 9 September 15:30—9 September 2024
Chinnor 25 September 11:30—25 September 2024
Gateshead 10 October 09:00—10 October 2024
Dartford 14 October 15:30—14 October 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 24 October 15:00—24 October 2024
Dartford 11 November 15:30—11 November 2024
Dartford 9 December 15:30—9 December 2024
Lincoln 11 February 09:00—11 February 2025
Leicester 25 February 16:00—25 February 2025
Lincoln 3 June 09:00—3 June 2025
Leicester 24 June 16:00—24 June 2025

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Programming Physical Computing Kit Computing Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Physical computing kits - KS2 data loggersCP257

Explore physical computing, data and information in computing using data loggers and find out how Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage pupils.

Dartford 11 September 15:30—11 September 2024
Langley 3 October 13:45—3 October 2024
Gateshead 10 October 10:45—10 October 2024
Dartford 16 October 15:30—16 October 2024
Dartford 13 November 15:30—13 November 2024
Dartford 11 December 15:30—11 December 2024
Leicester 21 January 16:00—21 January 2025
Lincoln 11 February 10:45—11 February 2025
Lincoln 3 June 10:45—3 June 2025

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Data & information Physical Computing Kit Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Preparing for Ofsted in primary computing - short courseCP486

Find out what to expect from an Ofsted visit to your school and how you can prepare for it as a computing subject lead.

Live remote training 15 August 09:00—15 August 2024
Live remote training 10 September 15:45—10 September 2024
Live remote training 18 September 15:45—18 September 2024
Live remote training 10 October 15:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 11 October 09:00—11 October 2024
Live remote training 23 October 15:30—23 October 2024
Live remote training 5 November 16:00—5 November 2024
Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024
Live remote training 15 November 13:30—15 November 2024
Live remote training 3 December 15:45—3 December 2024
Live remote training 6 December 09:00—6 December 2024
Cowes 4 March 15:30—4 March 2025
Live remote training 12 March 14:00—12 March 2025
Live remote training 17 March 14:00—17 March 2025
Live remote training 24 March 15:30—24 March 2025
Live remote training 31 March 15:30—31 March 2025

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207

During this course you'll explore the basics of Python, you’ll learn to code your first program.

Free online course
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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 KS3 and GCSE subject knowledge certificate Teach primary computing certificate

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Programming with the micro:bitCP018

Explore how programming at Key Stage 2 can be enhanced with physical computing and the micro:bit.

26 September 10:30—26 September 2024
Dartford 8 October 09:30—8 October 2024
Dagenham 15 November 09:30—15 November 2024
Shrewsbury 26 November 09:00—26 November 2024
7 February 09:30—7 February 2025

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Programming Physical Computing Kit Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching an inclusive context rich primary computing curriculum – residentialCP012

During this two day residential, you'll explore ways to bring your computing curriculum to life through cross-curricular approaches and how to ensure that your computing curriculum is inclusive and effective, allowing all children to succeed.

York 25 February 10:00—26 February 2025

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Residential and Intensive Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching Computing Systems and Networks to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO042

Improve your subject knowledge and develop your teaching to help young children understand the computing systems and networks around them.

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Computer networks Computer systems Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching key stage 1 computing - residentialCP001

Develop your confidence to teach the whole key stage 1 computing curriculum successfully.

York 26 March 10:00—27 March 2025

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Leadership Algorithmic thinking Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Programming Safety & Security Residential and Intensive Key stage 1 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching key stage 2 computing - residentialCP002

Develop your confidence to teach the whole Key Stage 2 computing curriculum successfully.

York 18 February 10:00—19 February 2025

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Cross curricular Leadership Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Impact of technology Safety & Security Residential and Intensive Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching primary computing through contexts - residentialCP405

Explore ways to introduce contexts relating to cross-curricular topics, everyday life, and the wider world. These strategies will enable pupils to understand the practical applications of computing and explore career opportunities in an informal way.

Dates coming soon. Contact your local Computing Hub for more information.

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Cross curricular Residential and Intensive Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching Programming to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO041

Build your subject knowledge and develop your skills in teaching programming.

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Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Teaching programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr - remoteCP455

Learn essential subject knowledge to become a skilled teacher of primary programming using Scratch and Scratch Jr. Create and debug your own programmes, using key concepts such as sequence, repetition, selection and variables.

Live remote training 16 September 09:30—16 September 2024
Live remote training 25 September 09:30—25 September 2024
Live remote training 4 October 09:00—4 October 2024
Live remote training 18 October 09:00—18 October 2024
Live remote training 9 November 09:30—9 November 2024
Live remote training 29 November 09:30—29 November 2024
Live remote training 2 December 09:30—2 December 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:00—20 June 2025

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Algorithmic thinking Programming Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate

Using micro:bits to collect data in school surveysCP014

Explore how to use the micro:bit device to collect data through surveys which can be carried out in your school

Wallasey 26 September 15:45—26 September 2024
Lincoln 1 October 14:00—1 October 2024
Oxford 10 October 16:00—10 October 2024
Shrewsbury 18 November 15:30—18 November 2024

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Physical Computing Kit Computing Key stage 2 Teach primary computing certificate