Confident Computing for Year 4
Build essential digital skills. Code with micro:bits, uncover how search engines work
and explore HTML, binary data and spreadsheets.
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Introduction to micro:bits
What do students learn in this unit?
Learners investigate input and output mechanisms of the micro:bit using known computing concepts to become familiar with this versatile device.
Programming 1
Programming 2
Introduction to HTML
What is the focus of this unit?
Pupils will explore HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) to create and design web pages.
Networks and Systems
Search Engines
What skills are taught in this unit?
Learners will develop their skills in using search engines and understand that the World Wide Web is part of a computer network.
Data Handling
Binary Data
What do students learn in this unit?
Children will learn that all digital information (pictures, text, sounds, sensor readings) is stored as binary and learn to code and decode with binary.
Digital Key Skills
Intermediate Spreadsheets
How do students use spreadsheets in this unit?
Learners use spreadsheet software to analyse, evaluate, and present data and information.
Online Safety
What is taught in this e‑safety unit?
In this unit, students will understand how their online actions shape the future, foster safe and respectful interactions, protect data and know their rights and how to report concerns.
Online Safety
