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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 26 April 13:00—26 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 16:00—2 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 15:45—20 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:00—3 June 2024
Live remote training 6 June 16:00—6 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 16:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 11 July 16:30—11 July 2024
Live remote training 18 July 15:00—18 July 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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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 16 May 15:30—16 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 15:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 6 June 15:30—6 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:30—17 June 2024
Live remote training 2 July 15:45—2 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 15:30—11 July 2024

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Assessment of primary computingCP007

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

Live remote training 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Warrington 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Kidderminster 25 April 09:15—25 April 2024
Wembley 25 April 09:30—25 April 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 1 May 09:15—1 May 2024
Cheltenham 1 May 09:30—1 May 2024
Hastings 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 8 May 09:00—8 May 2024
Doncaster 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Nottingham 9 May 09:00—9 May 2024
Lincoln 10 May 09:30—10 May 2024
Huntingdon 17 May 10:00—17 May 2024
Bury St Edmunds 24 May 09:30—24 May 2024
Hatfield 28 May 09:30—28 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 June 09:30—3 June 2024
Leeds 3 June 09:30—3 June 2024
Wellington 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
Loughton 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Ipswich 6 June 09:30—6 June 2024
Derby 7 June 09:00—7 June 2024
South Shields 7 June 09:30—7 June 2024
Milton Keynes 10 June 09:00—10 June 2024
Bradford 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Stotfold 14 June 09:00—14 June 2024
Tadcaster 14 June 10:30—14 June 2024
Darlington 17 June 09:00—17 June 2024
Dudley 20 June 09:00—20 June 2024
London 20 June 09:15—20 June 2024
Ross-on-Wye 25 June 09:15—26 June 2024
Oxford 27 June 09:00—27 June 2024
Scarborough 4 July 09:30—4 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 16 July 09:30—16 July 2024

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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.

York 25 April 10:00—26 April 2024

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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 24 April 09:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 17:00—7 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:45—13 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:30—3 June 2024
Live remote training 4 June 16:00—4 June 2024
Live remote training 10 June 15:30—10 June 2024
Live remote training 11 June 16:00—11 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 16:00—3 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 12:35—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 16:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 16:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 15 October 16:30—15 October 2024
Live remote training 24 October 15:00—24 October 2024
Live remote training 14 November 15:00—14 November 2024

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Computing for specialist teachers of autistic studentsCP291

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

Ipswich 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 30 May 10:00—30 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 17 June 09:30—17 June 2024
Wirral 18 June 09:00—18 June 2024
Milton Keynes 27 June 09:30—27 June 2024

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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 22 April 19:00—22 April 2024
Live remote training 30 April 15:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 2 May 15:30—2 May 2024
Live remote training 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
Live remote training 15 May 09:15—15 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 14:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 18:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:45—17 June 2024
Live remote training 18 June 17:30—18 June 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—25 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 16:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 14:15—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 17:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 15:45—16 July 2024

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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.

Shrewsbury 1 May 09:15—1 May 2024
York 1 May 09:30—1 May 2024
Bromsgrove 8 May 09:30—8 May 2024
Warrington 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Coventry 10 May 09:30—10 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 10 May 10:00—10 May 2024
23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Bradford 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Stotfold 7 June 09:00—7 June 2024
Milton Keynes 13 June 09:30—13 June 2024
Hatfield 17 June 09:30—17 June 2024
Chinnor 18 June 09:15—18 June 2024
Ipswich 18 June 09:30—18 June 2024
Bury St Edmunds 19 June 09:30—19 June 2024
Telford 20 June 09:15—20 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
St Albans 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
Wednesbury 25 June 09:00—25 June 2024
London 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Wellington 4 July 09:00—4 July 2024
Nottingham 4 July 09:00—4 July 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 9 July 09:00—9 July 2024

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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 23 April 16:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 14 May 16:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 16 May 16:00—22 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 16:00—13 June 2024
Live remote training 12 June 16:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 19 June 15:45—3 July 2024
Live remote training 25 June 15:45—9 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 14:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 14:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 2 April 16:00—2 April 2025
Live remote training 24 April 15:00—24 April 2025
Live remote training 7 May 15:00—7 May 2025
Live remote training 13 May 15:30—15 May 2025
Live remote training 5 June 15:00—5 June 2025

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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 23 April 14:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 23 April 16:30—23 April 2024
Live remote training 9 May 16:30—9 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 15:00—20 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 16:30—4 June 2024
Live remote training 19 June 15:45—3 July 2024
Live remote training 21 June 13:00—21 June 2024
Live remote training 28 June 13:00—28 June 2024
Live remote training 1 July 15:00—1 July 2024
Live remote training 9 July 16:30—9 July 2024
Live remote training 15 July 17:00—15 July 2024
Live remote training 12 September 15:00—12 September 2024
Live remote training 10 October 14:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 2 December 14:00—2 December 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.

Dartford 1 May 10:00—1 May 2024
Derby 9 May 09:00—9 May 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 20 May 09:00—20 May 2024
Lincoln 20 May 09:30—20 May 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 22 May 09:15—22 May 2024
Darlington 24 May 09:00—24 May 2024
Birmingham 6 June 09:00—6 June 2024
Sheffield 7 June 09:30—7 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 11 June 09:30—11 June 2024
Wolverhampton 12 June 09:00—12 June 2024
Leeds 12 June 09:30—12 June 2024
Dartford 14 June 10:00—24 June 2024
Stotfold 21 June 09:00—21 June 2024
London 21 June 10:30—21 June 2024
Wellington 25 June 09:15—25 June 2024
27 June 09:30—27 June 2024
Hatfield 3 July 13:30—3 July 2024
Sheffield 8 July 09:00—8 July 2024
12 July 10:30—12 July 2024

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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 8 May 10:00—8 May 2024
Bradford 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Northampton 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Coventry 4 June 09:00—4 June 2024
Warrington 6 June 09:30—6 June 2024
Exeter 19 June 09:30—19 June 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 26 June 09:15—26 June 2024

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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.

Norwich 24 April 10:30—24 April 2024
Chippenham 20 May 09:30—20 May 2024
Warrington 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
York 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Bristol 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 12 June 09:15—12 June 2024
Bury St Edmunds 14 June 09:30—14 June 2024
Hartlepool 21 June 09:00—21 June 2024
Ipswich 28 June 09:30—28 June 2024
Doncaster 4 July 10:30—4 July 2024

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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 22 April 09:00—22 April 2024
Live remote training 26 April 09:00—26 April 2024
Leeds 30 April 09:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 16 May 09:00—16 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 4 June 09:30—4 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:45—1 July 2024
Live remote training 20 June 09:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 09:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 09:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 11 July 09:00—11 July 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 Teach Computing Curriculum - short courseCP461

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

Live remote training 25 April 16:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 30 April 16:00—30 April 2024
Live remote training 7 May 16:00—7 May 2024
Leeds 14 May 12:45—14 May 2024
Live remote training 14 May 16:00—14 May 2024
Live remote training 20 June 16:00—20 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 16:00—27 June 2024
Live remote training 8 July 16:00—8 July 2024
Live remote training 10 July 16:00—10 July 2024
Live remote training 1 August 16:00—1 August 2024
Live remote training 7 April 16:00—7 April 2025
Live remote training 3 July 15:00—3 July 2025

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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.

Bury St Edmunds 23 April 09:30—23 April 2024
Leeds 25 April 09:30—25 April 2024
Ipswich 26 April 09:30—26 April 2024
Lincoln 29 April 09:30—29 April 2024
York 29 April 09:30—29 April 2024
Wellington 30 April 09:00—30 April 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 8 May 09:15—8 May 2024
King's Lynn 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Orpington 9 May 09:30—9 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 14 May 09:30—14 May 2024
Wolverhampton 15 May 09:00—15 May 2024
Bradford 21 May 09:30—21 May 2024
Ross-on-Wye 22 May 09:15—22 May 2024
Maidstone 23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Doncaster 11 June 10:30—11 June 2024
Birmingham 13 June 09:00—13 June 2024
Derby 13 June 09:00—13 June 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 14 June 10:00—14 June 2024
Orton Southgate 14 June 10:00—14 June 2024
Sheffield 17 June 09:00—17 June 2024
Oldbury 19 June 09:00—19 June 2024
Wallasey 24 June 09:30—24 June 2024
Hatfield 25 June 09:30—25 June 2024
Thirsk 26 June 09:30—26 June 2024
Liverpool 28 June 09:15—28 June 2024
Bedford 28 June 10:00—28 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 1 July 09:00—1 July 2024
Doncaster 2 July 10:30—2 July 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 3 July 10:00—3 July 2024
London 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Newbury 9 July 09:30—9 July 2024
Liverpool 12 July 09:15—12 July 2024

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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 13 May 09:00—13 May 2024
Live remote training 24 May 09:00—24 May 2024
Live remote training 12 June 09:30—12 June 2024
Live remote training 21 June 09:30—21 June 2024
Live remote training 3 July 09:30—3 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 16 July 09:30—16 July 2024
Live remote training 15 January 09:30—15 January 2025
Live remote training 7 February 09:30—7 February 2025
Live remote training 10 March 09:30—10 March 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 22 April 16:30—22 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 16:00—29 April 2024
Live remote training 16 May 15:45—16 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 16:30—20 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 16:00—3 June 2024
Live remote training 14 June 15:30—14 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 15:30—24 June 2024
Live remote training 24 June 17:00—24 June 2024
Live remote training 5 December 16:00—5 December 2024

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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 24 April 13:30—24 April 2024
Live remote training 25 April 16:00—25 April 2024
Live remote training 1 May 14:00—1 May 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:30—13 May 2024
Leicester 23 May 09:00—23 May 2024
Leicester 23 May 13:00—23 May 2024
Live remote training 24 May 09:15—24 May 2024
Live remote training 5 June 16:00—5 June 2024
Live remote training 6 June 15:45—6 June 2024
Live remote training 13 June 13:30—13 June 2024
Live remote training 4 July 16:00—4 July 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:00—5 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 09:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 23 July 18:00—23 July 2024

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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.

Chorleywood 22 April 11:00—22 April 2024
Maidstone 2 May 16:00—2 May 2024
Bradford 7 May 11:00—7 May 2024
Dartford 7 May 16:30—7 May 2024
Hatfield 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
Warrington 14 May 09:00—14 May 2024
Exeter 21 May 16:00—21 May 2024
Bury St Edmunds 22 May 11:00—22 May 2024
Ashton-under-Lyne 23 May 09:30—23 May 2024
Doncaster 24 May 13:30—24 May 2024
Lincoln 3 June 12:20—3 June 2024
Thornton-Cleveleys 26 June 15:45—26 June 2024
Dartford 26 June 16:30—26 June 2024
Stoke-on-Trent 28 June 13:00—28 June 2024

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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 24 April 16:00—24 April 2024
Live remote training 29 April 15:30—29 April 2024
Live remote training 13 May 15:45—13 May 2024
Live remote training 20 May 10:30—20 May 2024
Live remote training 14 June 13:00—14 June 2024
Live remote training 27 June 15:45—27 June 2024
Live remote training 5 July 10:40—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 15:45—8 July 2024
Live remote training 17 July 14:00—17 July 2024
Live remote training 10 October 15:00—10 October 2024
Live remote training 5 November 16:00—5 November 2024
Live remote training 7 November 16:00—7 November 2024

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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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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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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.

York 24 May 09:30—24 May 2024

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Teaching Programming to 5- to 11-year-oldsCO041

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

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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 24 April 09:00—24 April 2024
Warrington 30 April 09:30—30 April 2024
Live remote training 1 May 15:45—22 May 2024
Live remote training 2 May 09:30—2 May 2024
Live remote training 22 May 09:30—22 May 2024
Live remote training 3 June 09:30—3 June 2024
Live remote training 17 June 15:30—25 June 2024
Live remote training 5 July 09:30—5 July 2024
Live remote training 8 July 09:30—8 July 2024
Live remote training 21 January 09:30—21 January 2025
Live remote training 27 March 09:30—27 March 2025

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