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Resources

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By engaging in these fun and free activities, you will have the opportunity to improve your understanding of computers, programming, and technology. These will provide you with hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of the inner workings of computers and technology, as well as an introduction to various programming languages and techniques.

 

This will allow you to develop your skills and knowledge in this field, and potentially open up new career opportunities or allow you to use technology more effectively in your current profession.

Workshop Materials

Teach with confidence
Access step-by-step guides to deliver engaging, hands-on activities that inspire and excite your students.

On-Demand CPD

Learn anytime, anywhere
Build your skills with recorded training sessions you can watch when it suits you, packed with practical tips you can use straight away.

Events

Join in, get inspired

Take part in live and online events designed to connect, inform, and inspire; from hands-on workshops to thought-provoking talks.

Key programs

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Upcoming events

Confident, creative teaching

Join our free 1-hour CPD sessions or full-day courses, designed for teachers from any school. Most run from 4–5 pm and are led by our experienced ambassadors. Learn practical strategies, explore core and advanced computing topics, and discover how meaningful, real-world contexts can transform your teaching.

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  • Mon 15 Dec
    15 Dec 2025, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Led by Halima Bhayat.
  • 16 Dec 2025, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Uncover the essentials of networking in A Level Computer Science with our Networks Session 1 CPD event. From the basics to the advanced, this session equips you with the knowledge to make networking concepts accessible to your students.
  • 06 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Explore practical strategies for adapting your teaching to ensure that all of your students get the most out of Computing. This session will cover differentiation and scaffolding techniques within a Computing curriculum context, as well as ways to extend the learning of the most able students.
  • 07 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    From identifying plastics via PET codes to counting categories of litter, this session explores a range of ways in which the microbit can be used to encourage pupils to get out and about and learn more about their local environment, developing their coding skills whilst getting active.
  • 08 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Loops are a cornerstone of programming. Use this session to explore how you can maximise your understanding of when and how to use for and while iterations. Code and examples to take away and use in the classroom. Led by Mike Jones
  • 08 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Find out how to use the new AI feature in micro:bits and see some examples in practice. Have at least 2 micro:bits to hand and be ready to have some fun! Led by Matt Hewlett
  • 08 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    This session introduces educators to the micro:bit's essential functions including the pixel display, sensing capabilities and using crocodile clip connections to expand its functionality. Discover the microbit’s potential for physical computing projects with a focus on sustainability.
  • Tue 13 Jan
    13 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Find out how to use the new AI feature in micro:bits and see some examples in practice. Have at least two micro:bits to hand and be ready to have some fun! Led by Matt Hewlett.
  • 19 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Led by Peter Marshman
  • 19 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Ideas for using freely available tools and resources to create animations. Led by Ruth Holden
  • 19 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Unleash the power of the micro:bit radio function to create devices that talk to each other. Learn how to transmit and collect real-time data to explore real-world environmental concepts with engaging, whole-class activities.
  • 22 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    From identifying plastics via PET codes to counting categories of litter, this session explores a range of ways in which the microbit can be used to encourage pupils to get out and about and learn more about their local environment, developing their coding skills whilst getting active.
  • Mon 26 Jan
    Online
    26 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Led by Carrie Preddy
  • 27 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Unravel the mysteries of graphs and delve into the world of route-finding algorithms with our Dijkstra / A* CPD event. This session is crafted for A Level Computer Science educators seeking an engaging introduction to these fundamental concepts.
  • Mon 02 Feb
    02 Feb 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Explore the new capacity for machine learning and how it can be applied to different projects. We will demonstrate how to train the micro:bit to make smart, data-driven decisions that engage students with the world around them.
  • 02 Feb 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    This CPD session supports school and trust leaders in developing an expert understanding of how artificial intelligence can be strategically embedded across education settings. It explores how thoughtful planning, informed decision-making, and clear guiding principles can help ensure AI is implement
  • 02 Feb 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Led by Carrie Preddy
  • Tue 03 Feb
    Online
    03 Feb 2026, 16:00 – 17:00
    Online
    Explore how to utilise a range of stimulating, engaging and current resources to support the teaching of online safety in school and the practicalities involved. Led by Ruth Holden

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