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Develop an evidence-informed approach to education recovery over a sustained period, securing the computing education of young people following a period of great disruption.
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Artificial intelligence, what is it? How does it work? What are the ethical considerations for GCSE students. How could you teach it to your students?
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During this two day residential, you'll explore the fundamentals required for teaching algorithms and programming, aligned to the AQA 9-1 GCSE specification.
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During this two day residential, you'll explore the fundamentals required for teaching algorithms and programming, aligned to the OCR 9-1 GCSE specification.
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An introduction to A level computer science for those new to teaching the subject or who want to improve their subject knowledge.
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16 July 10:00—17 July 2025
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20 October 10:00—21 October 2025
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9 February 10:00—10 February 2026
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Teach secondary computing certificate
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Create some simple block-based computer programs and discover how to implement them in the text based language Python.
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Build your knowledge and understanding of computer networks as a computer science teacher.
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Learn about the key components of the computer to help your students with learning computing. Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers.
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Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment strategies, during this course you’ll explore formative and summative assessment strategies whilst understanding how to accurately assess computing.
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For secondary teachers who are new or existing to the subject. This CPD covers generic behavior for learning strategies, including managing own behaviours, rules routines, recognition reward and interventions and links them it back to their use in a computing environment.
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For those new to programming, this one day course will explore the fundamentals of programming using a block based language.
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For those new to programming, this course will explore the fundamentals of programming using a block based language.
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Transform your teaching capabilities with our two-day CPD course, "Build the foundations to have the confidence in offering GCSE Computer Science." Perfect for educators aiming to initiate or enhance their GCSE Computer Science offerings, this workshop provides essential tools and knowledge for a supportive and impactful learning environment. On-site accommodation is available for participants. Join us to confidently introduce and teach GCSE Computer Science in your school.
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Find out how to use the Computing Quality Framework to support your secondary school’s needs and drive a high-quality computing education.
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Explore ways to make your computing lessons more inclusive for learners with special educational needs and disabilities.
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Lead students through the full digital media project life-cycle, in engaging projects suitable for KS3 and KS4 computing.
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Learn how data is represented through media; audio, visual and text.
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Discover embedded system design and work your way through the product design lifecycle.
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During this two day residential, you'll explore the characteristics of being a successful leader of computing.
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28 July 10:00—29 July 2025
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14 January 10:00—15 January 2026
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Learn how to use quality-assured, free subject knowledge tests for diagnostic assessment of students of computer science GCSE.
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Explore the gender imbalance in GCSE Computer Science, its causes -such as lack of role models, unconscious bias, and a non-inclusive curriculum - and develop strategies and KS3 interventions to increase uptake in your school.
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Bring computing careers into the classroom with STEM Ambassadors - volunteers from the world of work.
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Leading computing in your school? This course will support you in developing as a subject leader, helping you build the skills and confidence needed for success.
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For computer science teachers who are new to the subject or already teaching it, this CPD covers the foundational subject knowledge required to deliver the computing programme of study.
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Learn how computers of all shapes and sizes are connected physically, or wirelessly, and how this arrangement affects how data is shared.
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Start your journey with Python programming, this two day residential will support you with learning the language, up to GCSE level.
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6 November 10:00—7 November 2025
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Explore how to improve attainment in computer science by examining how students should tackle exam questions, utilising key resources such as moderator reports, applying retrieval and interleaving strategies, and mapping progression from KS3 to KS4.
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Explore the fundamentals of computing - computer architecture, binary logic, data processing, circuits, and more.
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Create an inspiring and engaging computing curriculum for secondary school students, using freely available resources.
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You will explore the ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental concerns surrounding computer science
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Teachers will be introduced to the core ideas of cybersecurity that should be taught in the classroom.
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On this course you’ll learn what databases are and why we use them, exploring how to use SQL to search and manipulate the data.
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Discover the history of encryption and learn how it's used in the modern world
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This short course will introduce you to the Isaac computer science platform, you'll explore how the platform can be used by your GCSE and A Level students to improve their subject knowledge.
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Discover the fundamentals of machine learning, how it works, and learn to train your own AI using free online tools.
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Discover web development and learn to build your own interactive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
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This action-oriented professional development course explores the options available to computing teachers in different school contexts
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Mathematics is firmly embedded at the core of computer science, during this course you’ll explore the foundational topics at the heart of mathematics and computer science.
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New to leading secondary computing or looking to step into a leadership role? This course is designed to support you as a new computing subject leader, helping you develop the skills and confidence needed for success.
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New to computing? This CPD residential will introduce you to the computer science knowledge required up to GCSE level.
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24 June 10:00—25 June 2025
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29 September 10:00—30 September 2025
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Learn object-oriented programming principles by creating your own text-based adventure game in Python.
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Explore physical computing using the Raspberry Pi Pico device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.
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Get yourself and your teaching team inspection-ready with this short course, including how to prepare for an Ofsted ‘Deep Dive’ in Computing.
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This short course, delivered by an experienced Professional Development Leader will support you ahead of taking the KS3 and GCSE Subject Knowledge Certificate test. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and revise topics.
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During this course you'll explore the basics of Python, you’ll learn to code your first program.
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1 April—31 March 2026
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During this course you'll take your Python skills further by exploring algorithms and list structures.
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Learn how to save and structure data in external files, and import files back into your Python programs.
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Examine a range of pedagogical approaches suitable for teaching computing in Key Stage 3
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Discover how to build your own Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Python and guizero.
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Develop your Python programming skills by exploring advanced programming techniques then implementing and testing these in a working solution. Use your ability from this course to stretch your top end students.
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Develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language so that you can support your students in their programming journey.
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Develop your Python programming skills by exploring the analysis, design and evaluation stages of the software development life cycle.
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In this course you’ll learn about data types, and how data structures are manipulated in Python programs.
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Improve your knowledge of algorithms to the level appropriate for GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.
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Improve your knowledge of algorithms whilst referencing the current AQA GCSE computer science specification. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.
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Improve your knowledge of algorithms whilst referencing the current OCR GCSE computer science specification. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking.
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An understanding of algorithms is fundamental to success in GCSE computer science this course will teach you how algorithms manipulate data to achieve desired aims.
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Plan and teach an effective computing curriculum for autistic pupils working at primary level.
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Explore strategies to improve attainment in Computer Science for students working towards grades 1–3. Focus on tailored approaches that build foundational skills, boost confidence, and address key challenges, ensuring all students can make progress and develop a deeper understanding of the subject.
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Explore strategies to support students with GCSE computer science subject knowledge during this two-day residential.
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27 January 10:00—28 January 2026
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During this two day residential you'll get to grips with effective strategies for teaching GCSE computer science.
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During this CPD you'll explore effective teaching strategies to build student knowledge for long-term recall, leading to confidence in assessments.
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Building on your prior subject knowledge of programming, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers.
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Improve student engagement in your GCSE Computer Science lessons by developing your classroom pedagogy.
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Improve student engagement in your GCSE computer science lessons by developing your classroom pedagogy.
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Build on knowledge of local computer networks to cover the globally connected systems forming the internet.
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Understand how the components of a computer system interact with each other on this online course for computing teachers.
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Improve your understanding and ability to teach maths and logic in computing while building elements of an escape room.
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the equality, diversity and inclusion dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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17 June 15:45—17 June 2025
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the Curriculum and Qualifications dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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10 June 15:45—10 June 2025
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the Careers, enrichment, and outreach dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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18 June 15:45—18 June 2025
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the impact and outcomes dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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19 June 15:45—19 June 2025
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the Leadership and Vision dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the Teaching, Learning and Assessment dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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11 June 15:45—11 June 2025
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The Computing Quality Framework forms the backbone of an NCCE Computing Cluster, in which schools work collaboratively to improve computing education. This CPD supports progress on the Staff development dimension of the CQF, helping schools to plan effectively.
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12 June 15:45—12 June 2025
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