In order to comply with the DfE policy on computing, students are taught basic coding skills, using Scratch and Python, in key stage 3. In addition, students in year 9 will be given the opportunity to complete a vocational qualification taster course – BTEC Entry Level 3 in ITQ.
In key stage 4, students complete a vocational computing qualification, BTEC Certificate in ITQ, to gain maximum employability skills.
Areas covered are Microsoft Office, various design software packages, and Internet Safety.