Key Stage 3 Computer Science


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In Key Stage 3 Computer Science students should be able to use two or more programming languages to solve a variety of problems.  Our classroom and teaching resources for Key Stage 3 Computer Science allow learners to explore how to use a range of programming languages covering ...

  • Data structures - lists, tables, arrays and variables
  • Procedures and functions
  • Key algorithms for sorting and searching
  • Boolean logic (AND, OR and NOT)
  • Understanding binary and performing simple calculations on binary numbers
  • The hardware and software components that makeup computer systems
  • How hardware and software communicate
  • Storing and executing instructions
  • Data types (including text, sounds, and pictures)


Assessment materials allow your learners to tackle creative projects that involve selecting, using, and combining multiple applications - across a range of devices, to achieve challenging goals.

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