Confidence and curiosity — remove fear of the machine.
No theory-only sessions — every week ends with something the student made, built, typed, or designed. Select a term to see its full breakdown.
Learn parts of a computer: monitor, keyboard, mouse, CPU, speaker. Name each part and draw a labelled diagram.
✓ Can name every computer partPractice switching on, logging in, shutting down safely. Rules for handling lab equipment.
✓ Operates lab PC independentlyMouse control games: single click, double-click, right-click, drag and drop.
✓ Uses mouse confidentlyHome row keys, spacebar, backspace, Enter. Type full name for the first time using correct finger placement.
✓ Types own name unaidedType a short sentence about favourite animal. Change font colour/size in Notepad or Word.
✓ Types a full sentenceDraw family or school using shapes, lines, colours, fill tool.
✓ Creates a digital drawingSave a file, name it, create a folder, find and reopen saved work.
✓ Saves and reopens own filesClass quiz on computer parts and keyboard; typing speed test (WPM).
✓ Passes oral and typing quizA coloured drawing of themselves with name and school name, created in MS Paint. Printed and taken home.
Type a short story (3–5 sentences) about favourite day; save with correct file name.
✓ Opens Word and types a storyBold, italic, underline, font, size, colour; format Week 1 story.
✓ Formats text independentlyInsert clip art or saved image; resize and reposition.
✓ Inserts and positions imageIntro to sprites; move a character in 4 directions.
✓ Moves a sprite on screenSpeech bubbles; add background scene.
✓ Adds dialogue to animationTwo characters interact; add sound; simple story arc.
✓ Creates a 3-scene animationWhat is design? Examine everyday objects (chair, pencil case, lunchbox); draw a better version.
✓ Understands design thinking basicsPresent animated story to classmates; vote for most creative.
✓ Presents work to peersA Scratch Jr. animation with character, dialogue, background, sound. Presented to classmates on the last day.
Uses of internet; open a browser; what is a URL; typing a web address.
✓ Opens a website independentlyGoogle search for favourite animal; discuss what's safe to click.
✓ Conducts a safe searchWhat is personal information (name, address, phone); role-play scenarios.
✓ Identifies what NOT to shareTypingClub, home row keys; type without looking; timed exercises.
✓ Types using home row keysClass typing competition; words-per-minute count.
✓ Improves typing speedDraw and describe an imagined gadget: function, user, appearance, labelled parts.
✓ Applies design thinking to imaginationFun quiz over all 3 terms: computer parts, mouse, keyboard, internet safety, design.
✓ Demonstrates full year knowledgeShow parents best work of the year (MS Paint drawing, Word story, Dream Gadget design).
✓ Presents digital portfolio to familyA Word document with a picture and 3 sentences about something found online, plus a hand-drawn labelled dream gadget design.