Primary Programming

Primary pupils come to Streatham & Clapham High School to make use of the school's computing facilities and to learn Python Turtle Programming from a specialist teacher. 

Aims

The aim of the project is to give local primary pupils the opportunity to learn coding from an expert. 

Background

The Head of Digital Learning at Streatham & Clapham High School identified a lack of computing facilities and expertise in a local primary school. 

Resources

The project uses a computer room at Streatham & Clapham High School and the expertise of a computing teacher. 

SCHS also provides transport for the pupils to the school. 

Impact

All pupils become confident in a programming language and enjoy the experience. 

Pupil Involvement

There are 14 Year 5 pupils (7 girls and 7 boys).

Frequency

There are four 1 hour sessions over a period of 8 weeks. 

The project will be repeated next year.