Computing
“Computer science is no more about computers than astronomy is about telescopes.”
E Dijkstra
Girls follow a programme that covers both digital literacy and computer science. In the latter, an emphasis is put on algorithmic or computational thinking.
As the quote implies, this is not limited to enabling girls to design and create code themselves, but also giving them the skills and understanding to solve problems in a wider context.
The digital literacy programme covers the risks and threats that the girls will face and the precautions that they need to take to operate safely in a digital world.
LC Programme
Girls are taught the fundamentals of digital literacy, programming constructs, binary code, Boolean logic and simple algorithms.
UC Programme
The OCR GCSE in Computing specification is followed.
SFC Programme
The OCR A Level in Computing is offered.
STAFF LIST
Head of Computing: Dr Alex Webb BSc MSc
Mr Andy Fayter BA MSc