My kids would probably spend their entire free time on their screens if they could. Coming from a generation where if there was nothing on the TV you wanted to watch, you went and did something else. But with the age of 'instant on demand whatever-you-want' there never seems to be a screen down time.... Continue Reading →
Free Sketchup CAD design workshop – KS2/3 3D modelling
Why CAD? Computer Aided Design (CAD) is specifically mentioned in the Design Technology Curriculum in KS2 and KS3, but also can form part of the wider 'IT' objectives within computing. Designing in 3D space has been made accessible to younger children thanks to free and simple to use online platforms. It is increasingly becoming more... Continue Reading →
Free Crumble training session! 4 – 5pm on Tuesday 18th March
Learn how to wire up a Crumble correctly, code it to make lights flash, buzzers sound, wheels turn, and much more. The first step into a world of exciting robotic projects with your pupils! Click on the image above to sign up to the free Crumble training session I'm running for Digit:all charity. Learn how... Continue Reading →
Phil Wickins becomes Trusted Partner for Southampton City Council
I have recently had the privilege of becoming a Trusted Partner for Southampton City Council 2024/26 for computing in primary schools. If you want to get in touch to explore CPD and leadership development in your school, please see my new front page for content, locations and rates: Run Don't Walk - Primary Computing. This... Continue Reading →
Computing Support for Schools – So What Happens Now?
As you may have already heard, the computing education landscape is changing rapidly and is going through a stage of uncertainty. Teach Computing (NCCE) recently announced that the Department for Education has reduced funding as of 31st March 2025, meaning that all computing hubs will cease to function and along with them, most of the... Continue Reading →
