Welcome to Oak Bank School’s IT & Computing Department
Broad, Ambitious, and Grounded
Our ICT curriculum at Oak Bank is designed to inspire and empower students to explore the dynamic world of computers in today’s society. Tailored pathways cater to each student’s competency and experience, ranging from ASDAN Short Courses and Entry Level Functional Skills to the BTEC Tech Award in Creative Media Production. From Key Stage 2 through Key Stage 4, our curriculum covers Computer Science, Information Technology, and Digital Literacy, aligned with the National Curriculum to ensure clear progression of skills and knowledge.
Knowledge Rich
Our curriculum equips students with essential ICT skills including E-Safety, creative design, programming, networking, data handling, and multimedia. These skills are not only vital for their academic progress but also prepare them for diverse career paths in our ever-evolving technological world. Students apply their ICT knowledge to real-life scenarios, enhancing their understanding across various subjects and potential careers.
Intelligently Planned
We intelligently sequence our curriculum to maximise learning outcomes, catering to the interests and skills of our students, including those with SEMH needs. Across three main strands—digital literacy, computer science, and information technology—students develop practical skills such as writing, presenting, graphic design, and safe internet use. Our curriculum fosters a love for IT from exploring modern technologies in KS2 to specialised pathways in KS4 leading to ICT qualifications.
Culturally Rich
Students explore global uses and impacts of Information Technology, critically examining both positive and negative aspects. E-Safety is a priority embedded throughout our curriculum, ensuring students navigate digital spaces safely. IT is also a tool for researching diverse cultures and global celebrations, broadening students’ perspectives.
Reading Focused
Reading skills are integrated into ICT tasks through investigative research and independent learning. From analysing magazines and digital content to interpreting films, TV, and graphic design layouts, students develop critical literacy skills essential for creative expression and academic success.
Context-Specific
We support all students, including those needing extra support in literacy and numeracy, by integrating these skills into our ICT lessons. ICT tools are utilised to enhance reading and writing skills, ensuring every student can access and excel in the full curriculum.
Values-Driven
Our ICT curriculum promotes Oak Bank’s core values: Adaptability in applying skills across different platforms, Social Skills through discussions on E-Safety and global impacts, Problem Solving via coding challenges, Independence in creative projects, Respect in data handling and E-Safety practices, and Expression through innovative designs.
Underpinned by Rules
Our curriculum adheres to strict behaviour policies and values, with a strong emphasis on E-Safety woven throughout all aspects of learning. Students learn the latest ICT developments in a safe and respectful environment, preparing them for responsible digital citizenship.
Thank you for exploring Oak Bank School’s IT & Computing Department. We are dedicated to nurturing future-ready students equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
