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Curriculum Assessment and Review Final Report

The Department for Education has published its response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR), with important developments for Digital Literacy & Computing:

Citizenship to be compulsory, ensuring all pupils learn media literacy and financial literacy, law and rights, democracy and government, and climate education.
The narrowly focused computer science GCSE will be replaced with a broader, future-facing computing GCSE
Exploration of a new qualification in data science and AI for 16–18-year-olds.

A summary and links to the full report and DfE response are on the link below.

CAR final report summary

Safer Internet Day 2026

For Safer Internet Day 2026 (Tuesday 10 February 2026), the theme is “Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI”. This theme invites classrooms to consider how artificial intelligence already shapes their digital lives, how it can be used responsibly, and what it means to make safe, informed choices when using smart technology online.

To support teachers in exploring this topic with pupils, we’ve prepared a free resource pack: Smart Tech, Safe Choices. Designed for use in primary classrooms, these materials provide practical, age-appropriate lessons and activities that link computing and digital literacy with Safer Internet Day learning.

Click here to access Smart Tech, Safe Choices

Empowering Teachers: Inspiring Young Minds

We are proud to share the latest BCS report that celebrates the incredible achievements of the CAS community and outlines our aims for the future.

Since its inception in 2008, CAS has grown from a grassroots movement into a nationwide force, reaching 90% of UK schools and supporting over 3.5 million pupils. This success is a testament to the dedication of our volunteers, educators, and partners who work tirelessly to ensure every child has access to high-quality computing education.

EduBlocks: From Blocks to Text

This brand new resource, developed by CAS, is a structured KS3 unit by Computing at School that helps 11–14 learners bridge the gap between block-based coding and text programming in Python.

Using the EduBlocks environment, students drag and drop familiar blocks while instantly seeing the equivalent Python syntax, mastering variables, loops, and selection without the syntax barrier.

With fully planned lessons, slides, and progressive practice tasks, this resource gives teachers a supportive and confidence-building pathway to transition pupils from visual logic to writing real World Python code.

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Our Regional Communities have launched!

We’re excited to announce the launch of our Regional Communities, bringing together computing educators and industry professionals right across the UK.

Whether you’re teaching at primary, secondary or post-16, you can now join your local region to access ready-to-use resources and ideas, take part in events and workshops near you, and ask questions and connect with peers who understand your context.

Click below for more information and to join your community!

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Primary Resource of the Month: The Micro:bit: magnetism, science links & creativity

For January Ben Davies has chosen ‘The Micro:bit: magnetism, science links & creativity’ as his Primary resource of the month. Shared by Richard Smith, this resource includes ideas on how to add computing into the science curriculum through magnetism and the micro:bit.

Secondary Resource of the Month: Parts of the CPU unplugged

For January Becci Peters has chosen 'Parts of the CPU unplugged’ as her Secondary resource of the month. Shared by Andy Colley, this is a great activity which gets students collaborating with their classmates while understanding the roles of the CPU - one of the more difficult topics at GCSE.

Upcoming Online Community events

CAS Secondary: Embracing the New Ofsted Framework – What You Need to Know

In this session, Ellie Overland will guide you through what the new framework means for your computing curriculum, online safety and any use of AI. She will share ideas as to how you can proactively prepare for inspection and demonstrate quality, inclusive practice in your STEM provision.

Event starts 15th January @ 4:15pm

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CAS AI: Designing AI Apps that Drive Positive Change

Join us for an Apps for Good webinar created for secondary teachers and leaders. Ex teacher Kathy Sheppard-Barnes and Senior Education Manager Jodie Campbell will walk you through our latest computing course, AI for Good, which includes a quick tour of App Lab and time for questions at the end.

Event starts 29th January @ 4:15pm

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CAS AI: Empowering Education: Using Copilot as a Teacher

Join us for an inspiring and hands-on session exploring how Copilot can transform teaching and learning. Whether you’re tech-curious or already experimenting with AI in your classroom, this event will give you practical strategies, real-world examples, and confidence to integrate Copilot meaningfully.

Event starts 10th February @ 4:10pm

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