Why choose PGA Computing
Global recognized and ensure a consistent progression.
Computing is the study of how computers work, how they can be programmed, how to apply computational thinking and how software applications can be used to meet the needs of a task.
Seamless progression to further study
A wide range of resources
Detailed exam analysis
Anytime and anywhere
Our Curriculum
iPrimary
Ages 5-11
Year 1-6
Pre-GCSE
Ages 12-14
Year 7-10
International GCSE
Ages 14-15
Year 11
Knowledge
Section A – Computer Science
Topic 1. Problem solving: algorithms, decomposition, and abstraction
Topic 2. Programming and development
Topic 3. Computers: Hardware and software
Topic 4. Communications and networks
Section B – Digital Technology
Topic 5. Bigger picture
Topic 6. Information technology
Topic 7. Software skills: word processing
Topic 8. Software skills: database management
Topic 9. Software skills: spreadsheets
Topic 10. Software skills: presentation
Topic 11. Software skills: graphics Topic 12. Software skills: file handling
Section A – Computer Science
Topic 1. Problem solving: algorithms, decomposition, and abstraction
Topic 2. Programming and development
Topic 3. Data representation
Topic 4. Computers: hardware, processing, and software
Topic 5. Communications and networks
Topic 6. Safe and responsible practice
Section B – Digital Technology
Topic 7. Information technology
Topic 8. Software skills: word processing
Topic 9. Software skills: database management
Topic 10. Software skills: spreadsheets
Topic 11. Software skills: web authoring
Topic 12. Software skills: presentation
Topic 13. Software skills: graphics and digital photo-editing
Topic 14. Software skills: file handling
Digital devices
Connectivity
Operating online
Online goods and services
Applying information and communication technology
Software skills
Ability
● Understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms, and data representation
● Analyze problems in computational terms and have repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems
● Evaluate and apply information technology, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems
● Become responsible, competent, confident, and creative users of information and communication technology.
● Understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science, including abstraction, logic, algorithms, and data representation
● Analyze problems in computational terms and that they have repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems
● Evaluate and apply information technology, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems
● Become responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication technology
• Explore how digital technology impacts the lives of individuals, organizations, and society
• Learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their use in a range of contexts by individuals and organizations
• Develop awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and the features of safe, secure, and responsible practice
• Broaden and enhance their ICT skills and capability
• Work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts
• Learn how to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of ICT and how to adopt safe, secure, and responsible practice.
Bebras Computing Challenge
Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT)
The Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC)
Bebras Computing Challenge
Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT)
The Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC)
Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT)
The Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC)
Available Competition
What PGA Offer
Foundtions for success
1. Provide a structure and progression ensuring all objectives are covered and learning progresses in a clear and supportive way;
2. Provide confidence and support for students of all levels of progress tests and workbook;
3. Provide a huge range of options for students, regardless of the resourcing of their setting.
Trackable Progress
Designed to sensitively check on students progress against each curriculum, consist of information-rich illustrations designed to stimulate discussion.
1. Progress Tests End of topic tests End of year tests
2. Achievement tests End of primary courses End of lowersecondary courses End of International GCSE courses
Worldwide Recognition Qualification
1. Pearson Edexcel International Award for primary
2. Pearson Edexcel International Award for Lowersecondary
3. Pearson Edexcel International Award for international GCSE