The Business & Computing department provides a high‑quality education that equips pupils with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in an increasingly digital and business‑focused world. Through a carefully sequenced curriculum, pupils develop computational thinking, problem‑solving, and analytical skills. At Key Stage 4, pupils can specialise in GCSE Computer Science and GCSE Business, developing deeper subject knowledge alongside an understanding of how businesses operate and make decisions in real‑world contexts.
Across the curriculum, pupils build secure knowledge of computer science principles, digital technologies, and, at Key Stage 4, core business concepts. They learn to analyse problems logically, use data effectively, and apply theory to practical situations. Strong emphasis is placed on digital literacy and the responsible use of technology, ensuring pupils become confident, competent, and ethical users of information and communication technology.
Curriculum Overview
Across Years 7–9, in line with the school’s DEEP curriculum, pupils Develop core digital, computational, and analytical skills. In Year 7, pupils establish strong foundations in digital organisation, online safety, and office productivity tools, before developing their understanding of how computer systems work. As pupils progress through Key Stage 3, they Enrich their learning through programming, data handling, and applied problem‑solving tasks, building confidence and independence when using technology.
At Key Stage 4, pupils Extend and Practise their learning through GCSE Computer Science and GCSE Business. In GCSE Computer Science, pupils deepen their understanding of programming, algorithms, computer systems, networks, and cybersecurity, developing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. In GCSE Business, pupils apply their knowledge to real‑world contexts, exploring how businesses start, operate, grow, and respond to internal and external influences, while developing decision‑making, quantitative, and evaluative skills.
Across both subjects, practical application is built on strong theoretical foundations. This ensures pupils can apply their learning confidently while developing transferable skills such as problem‑solving, critical thinking, communication, and informed decision‑making, preparing them well for further study and the world of work.