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Taking the next step

Teaching careers rarely follow a straight ladder, and the most valuable opportunities are often the ones that sit to the side of it. The key is understanding what each role really gives you — and whether that’s career progression, professional growth, or both.

22 May 2026

Cambridge OCR: Supporting Teachers, Inspiring Students & at this year’s Festival of Computing

Cambridge OCR, a leader in UK Computing education, is sponsoring this year’s Festival of Computing —bringing expert insight, CPD, and a passion for supporting teachers. Discover how they’re shaping the future of qualifications and why you won’t want to miss connecting with them at the event.

15 May 2026

Would we do it again?

As May edges closer to its final days, many teachers find themselves staring at the same date every year: 31 […]

8 May 2026

AQA at the Festival of Computing 2026

AQA, the UK’s largest exam board and education charity, joins the Craig’n’Dave Festival of Computing 2026 as Headline Sponsor, bringing expert insight, CPD sessions and curriculum expertise to support secondary Computer Science teachers.

7 May 2026

How a GCSE in computer science can shape your students’ future careers

A GCSE in Computer Science isn’t just a qualification—it’s a launchpad to exciting careers in tech, from gaming and robotics to cyber security and AI.
By connecting classroom learning to real-world pathways, teachers can inspire students to see the true value and future potential of their skills.

1 May 2026

How a GCSE in Computer Science can shape your future career

A GCSE in Computer Science opens the door to careers in gaming, robotics, cyber security, and beyond.
Discover how this subject can lead to exciting degrees and future opportunities in the tech world.

29 April 2026

Do we need government AI copyright laws?

AI is transforming creativity — but are we protecting the people behind the art? We explore the UK’s heated debate over AI copyright laws and what they mean for creators and innovation.

8 April 2026

How Do Map Apps Work?

Discover how your map app uses graph theory and clever algorithms to find the fastest route, even before you spot the traffic jam. It’s the smart tech behind every turn and reroute you trust.

What is Chip Binning?

Chip binning is how manufacturers sort silicon chips based on their performance, turning some into high-speed processors and others into more modest models. It’s like baking cookies—some come out perfect, others just good enough.

Meet Dodona: A powerful coding platform built for real classrooms

Discover how Dodona is transforming programming lessons with a powerful, classroom-ready platform built by educators. With the integration of Time2Code, it’s never been easier to deliver engaging, structured coding lessons while saving time and reducing hassle.

Goals version 2

Until now, the Terms goal has used the Leitner system to determine what students should complete each week. This approach […]

4 April 2026

Differentiation is dead

For decades, teachers were told that differentiation was the golden ticket. If we could just tailor the right task to […]

3 April 2026

It’s not in the mark scheme

Just because it’s not in the mark scheme doesn’t mean it’s wrong — Quicksort proves there are often multiple valid ways to reach the same correct answer.
Understanding the principles behind algorithms matters far more than memorising a single “approved” method.

27 March 2026

Festival Of Computing OCR Fringe Event 2026

The Festival of Computing 2026, co-founded and hosted by Bromsgrove School with AQA as headline sponsor, is the UK’s ultimate […]

24 March 2026

VEX Robotics is inspiring the next generation of Computer Scientists

If you’ve ever wondered how to make computing more engaging for your students, you need to know about VEX Robotics. […]

18 March 2026

Why do we make chips out of silicon?

Why is silicon the go-to material for microchips? It’s cheap, clever, and just right for packing billions of transistors into your tech—without setting it on fire.

5 March 2026

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