An understanding of algorithms is vital for success in computer science. Students need to know how algorithms are designed to solve a problem, and how these designs are represented to other humans.Improve your knowledge of algorithms to the level appropriate for up to GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key...

Location	Online
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Immerse yourself into the ethical considerations of Artificial Intelligence, what does it mean for your students both for their examinations but also in everyday life. You may have been amazed at the power of generative AI but is it all good? What considerations should your students think about? We take you through a...

Location	Online
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free

The second course on Data Structures for A-level teachers, this course covers further content from the specifications from OCR and AQA, including Abstract Data Types, Linked Lists, Trees and Binary Trees.

Location
Duration	5 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Pathfinding algorithms are used to find solutions to a given problem, using the shortest path between a set of points. These problems are commonplace, from satellite navigation systems to internet packet routing. During this course you’ll learn how the Dijkstra’s and A* search algorithms function.You...

Location
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Getting computing education back on track, for all students, is an urgent priority requiring informed planning and implementation. Teaching and learning in computing has been challenging, with some aspects of subject knowledge and skills put under real pressure.This CPD takes the best evidence and practice for...

Location
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

This course is aimed at secondary computing teachers who are looking to ensure the behaviour management and learning atmosphere in a computing environment enables progress. Participants will get the opportunity to look at the adolescent brain development, assess their own behaviours and look at computing related...

Location
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

It is crucial that teachers have knowledge of programming, and can write programs that solve the problems posed in GCSE CS. Building on this solid base, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers. Making use of the latest evidence-based research and practice, participants will develop...

Location
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

This course aims to support you in providing the best computing experience for your pupils using the Teach Computing Curriculum.You will be guided through the Teach Computing Curriculum’s design and structure, exploring how you can implement it within your school’s setting. You will focus on the content children need...

Location	Online
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Physical computing involves programming digital devices to sense and interact with the world – an engaging alternative to screen-only activity. It touches upon many areas of the computing curriculum, bringing subject knowledge and programming skills to engaging and enjoyable classroom activities. The Bee-Bot is an...

Location	Online
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.This course explores key considerations of running a STEM club in the long term. It focusses on identifying the factors needed to support club progress and developing a club improvement plan that aids student...

Location	Online
Duration	9 Hours
Fees	From £30.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Online, self-paced course. Participants can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date.This course will take you through the process of planning a school science, technology, engineering or maths club, from developing a proposal and setting objectives, to creating a marketing campaign, developing...

Location
Duration	9 Hours
Fees	From £30.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

This course will support you to embed the use of the micro:bit throughout your key stage 2 computing curriculum, making sure you are using the devices to their full potential.You will learn how sequence, repetition, selection and variables can be used and taught on a micro:bit, and use this knowledge to plan or update...

Location	Online
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

The ‘new to computing’ pathway provides subject knowledge enhancement for new to computing teachers, up to and including GCSE Computer Science. Whether you’ve recently qualified as a computing specialist teacher; or if you’re looking to add computing as a second specialism this CPD will guide...

Start date	29 Sep 2025
Location	York
Duration	2 Days
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Gain a deeper understanding of the aims of the primary design and technology curriculum, develop your own subject knowledge and identify the role subject leaders’ play in developing a whole school approach to teaching the programmes of study for KS1 and KS2. Take the opportunity to reflect on your current D...

Start date	09 Oct 2025
Location	Remote Delivered CPD
Duration	1 Day
Fees	From £199.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details
Subsidy	From - £0.00

Gain the confidence you need to teach KS1 primary design and technology. This short course will help you to develop your subject knowledge and gather ideas to deliver the D&T curriculum effectively. Learn how to plan opportunities for children to be creative and use their imaginations to solve real and...

Start date	15 Oct 2025
Location	Remote Delivered CPD
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	From £89.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details