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Newsletter 1 - September 2025
Computing
Welcome Back!
We're excited to start the new school year! A warm
welcome to all pupils, both new and returning.
We also want to give a special shout-out to our
newest team member, Mr Connor, who joins the
Computing Department. We wish Miss Cook all the
best in her future endeavours and thank her for her
contributions over the years.
Outstanding Exam Results
We're incredibly proud of our pupils' hard work and dedication
in their GCSE and iMedia exams. Their excellent results are a
testament to their efforts and the support they received.
GCSE Computer Science
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Grade 4+: 92%
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Grade 5+: 92%
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Grade 7+: 69%
iMedia
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P2+ (equivalent to Grade 4+): 65%
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M2+ (equivalent to Grade 5+): 53%
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D2+ (equivalent to Grade 7+): 18%
What We'll Be Learning This Year
Our curriculum is designed to provide pupis
with essential skills for the digital world. Here’s
a quick look at what's in store for each year
group:
Year 7: Digital Foundations
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Pupils will learn how to navigate our school
network, including EduLink, Gmail, Google
Drive, and Google Classroom. They'll also
be taught about network safety, including
how to create secure passwords and
understand acceptable use policies. We will
also focus on best practices for organising
files and conducting safe, effective online
research.
Year 8: Introduction to Python
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This year, pupils will continue to build
their programming skills using Python.
To support their learning outside of
the classroom, we highly recommend
the "learn at home" projects from the
Raspberry Pi Foundation. Click here for
more information.
Year 9: Digital iMedia
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The focus will be on Brand Identity and
Logos, where pupils will explore the
creative side of digital media and design.
Years 10 & 11: Advanced Computing
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Our older pupils will dive deeper into
Programming and Systems Architecture,
covering topics like Sorting Techniques that
are crucial for computer science principles.
Resources for Learning Beyond the Classroom
The best way to get ahead is to practise! We encourage pupils and parents/carers to check out these fantastic resources to
enhance their skills and explore the world of computing.
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Ada Computer Science: A great site for students to explore various computing topics.
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YouTube Playlists: A collection of videos to support learning.
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Mission: Encodeable: Fun and engaging coding challenges.
Online safety - Please click here to view the poster full size
Mr Fegan - Subject Leader of Computing