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Computing

Computing is the study of principles and practices that underpin an understanding and modelling of computation, and of those principles'  application in the development of computer systems. At Aston, we believe that it is important that all students have an opportunity to explore the fundamental skills and concepts that underpin computer technology as a discipline. The curriculum is carefully planned with specific attention paid to the sequencing of topics studied.

The intention of the curriculum is to not only to develop digitally-literate citizens but to empower our students with computational skills so they are more proficient in conceptualising and understanding computer-based technology and so are better equipped to function in modern society.


Teaching staff:

  • Mr A Russell (Subject Leader)
  • Mrs K Lally (Assistant Headteacher)
  • Mr M Amin

Support staff:

  • Mr M Islam
  • Mr B Wellavize

Trips and visits:

  • Year 9 trip to Bletchley Park
  • Year 10 visit to the National Museum of Computing
  • Year 11 visit to Engine management centre, JLR, Wolverhampton (every other year)
  • Year 11 and Year 12 visit to Oxford Computing event
  • Year 12 and 13: various masterclasses run by Birmingham and Aston universities