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Digital Skills Curriculum for Early Years Foundation Stage

Our curriculum supports the development of critical digital skills such as coding and robotics, preparing students for the future and fostering their growth as engaged, global digital citizens.

From Reception to Reception students

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St Baithins NS

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Scoil Raifteiri

Mayo

Gaelscoil Durlas

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Tallow NS

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Glaslough NS

Monaghan

Holy Family Boys NS

Carlow

St Conleths NS

Kildare

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Limerick

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Ballyroe Central Ns

Kildare

Gaelscoil Faithleann

Kerry

St Marks BNS

Cork

JFK Memorial School

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Scoil Thomais

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St Josephs NS

Louth

St Attractas Junior NS

Dublin

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Naomh Mhichil Athy

Kildare

Carndonagh Boys NS

Donegal

Clonoulty Central NS

Tipperary

St. Brigid's GNS

Dublin

Scoil Ghobnatan

Cork

St Bernadette’s Special School

Donegal

St Ernans NS

Westmeath

Castlebar Primary School

Mayo

Scoil Aodh Rua agus Nuala

Donegal

St James's NS

Waterford

St Kennys NS

Westmeath

Ballycroneen NS

Cork

San Carlo Senior NS

Kildare

Digital Skills Curriculum

2025/26 Edition

From £9 per student, includes student access & teacher resources.

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Reception

Teacher Learning Plan

Module 1

Exploring Patterns

Explore patterns hands-on with unplugged coding fun!

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Embark on a journey to understand the concept of sequencing and logical order. Through engaging activities and games, you'll learn to sequence everyday activities using 'first/then' and 'if/then' statements. Progressing further, you'll explore the concept of grid navigation, moving from a 3x3 grid to a 4x4 grid. This course lays the foundation for understanding coding instructions and logical thinking.

Understand and apply the concept of sequencing everyday activities using 'first/then' statements.
Recognise and predict outcomes based on given conditions using 'if/then' statements.
Arrange steps of daily activities in the correct logical order to reinforce the concept of sequencing.
Learn and apply the concept of grid navigation through interactive games and activities.
Expand understanding of grid navigation from a 3x3 to a 4x4 grid, including moving a character to different targets.

Understand and apply the concept of sequencing everyday activities using 'first/then' statements.
Sequence actions using "if/then" statements to understand cause and effect relationships.
Arrange steps of daily activities in the correct order to understand the logical flow of events.
Learn and apply the concept of grid navigation through forward and backward movement.
Navigate a character on a larger 4x4 grid, expanding from the previous understanding of a 3x3 grid.

The equipment listed below is used in lessons in this course. Please note that these items can be shared among students if necessary.

Interactive Display

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Pen & Paper

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Printer

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Unit	Lesson	Level
Lesson	First Things First: What Comes Next?	Beginner
Lesson	If This, Then That: Conditional Fun!	Beginner
Lesson	Order Up! Sequencing Made Simple	Beginner
Lesson	Number Line Adventure: Step by Step	Beginner
Lesson	Grid Explorer: Navigating the 3x3	Beginner
Lesson	Big Grid Challenge: Conquering the 4x4	Beginner

Module 2

My First Steps in Digital Storytelling

Create Fun Stories and Simple Adventures in Scratch Jr!

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Embark on a fun-filled journey into the world of digital storytelling with Scratch Jr. Over six weeks, you'll learn to create interactive stories and games, animate characters, change backgrounds, and even programme a dance routine. You'll also explore advanced coding, create your own animal race, and send a spaceman floating in space. Each lesson is hands-on, encouraging you to explore, experiment, and master new skills.

Master the basics of Scratch Jr. app for creating interactive stories and games.
Develop skills to animate characters and change backgrounds in Scratch Jr.
Understand and apply advanced coding techniques to add multiple characters and control their actions.
Learn to programme character speed, sequence commands, and create dynamic scenarios.
Gain proficiency in using repeat actions for continuous movement and creating complex character interactions.

Utilise Scratch Jr. app to create interactive stories and games.
Manipulate Scratch the Cat character and use basic motion blocks for movement.
Change backgrounds and create unique dance routines for characters in Scratch Junior.
Add multiple characters and program them to perform simultaneous actions.
Control character speed, sequence commands, and create a racing game with different sprites.
Program a spaceman character to perform continuous floating motions in a space-themed environment.

The equipment listed below is used in lessons in this course. Please note that these items can be shared among students if necessary.

iPad/Tablet

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Unit	Lesson	Level
Lesson	Introduction to Scratch Jr.	Beginner
Lesson	On the Move: Getting Characters in Action	Beginner
Lesson	Dance Party: Make Your Characters Groove	Beginner
Lesson	Double the Fun: Adding a Friend for a Walk	Beginner
Lesson	City Cruise: Driving Through the Streets	Beginner
Lesson	Ready, Set, Race! Programming Speedy Sprites	Beginner
Lesson	Floating in Space: Looping with the Spaceman	Beginner

Module 3

Journey into Robotic Movements

Code robot movements with fun BeeBot adventures!

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Embark on an exciting journey into the world of robotics. Learn to control Bee-Bots, programmable robots, through engaging activities and games. Develop your understanding of forward, backward, and lateral movements, and apply these skills in fun tasks like planting flowers and tracing numbers. Enhance your coding abilities, spatial awareness, and sequencing skills, preparing you for more complex challenges.

Master the basic operations and functions of Bee-Bots, including forward and backward movements.
Understand and execute lateral movements with Bee-Bots, including left and right turns.
Apply directional commands and sequencing in a practical context, such as planting flowers with Bee-Bots.
Develop programming skills through interactive activities, such as guiding Bee-Bots to find flowers.
Enhance spatial awareness, sequencing, and coding skills by programming Bee-Bots to draw shapes and trace numbers.

Control Bee-Bot's forward and backward movements through programmable commands.
Execute Bee-Bot's left and right turns, demonstrating understanding of lateral movements.
Apply directional commands and sequencing to guide Bee-Bots in planting flowers on a grid mat.
Programme Bee-Bot to locate a specific object, demonstrating enhanced coding skills.
Programme Bee-Bot to trace digital numbers, demonstrating improved number recognition, sequencing skills, and programming abilities.

The equipment listed below is used in lessons in this course. Please note that these items can be shared among students if necessary.

Bee-Bots

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IWB/Projector/Large Screen

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Unit	Lesson	Level
Lesson	Bee-Bot Basics: Forward and Backward Fun!	Beginner
Lesson	Twist and Turn: Bee-Bot’s Lateral Moves	Beginner
Lesson	Flower Power: Planting with Bee-Bots	Beginner
Lesson	Bee-Bot’s Bloom Hunt: Finding Flowers	Beginner
Lesson	Square Dance: Drawing Shapes with Bee-Bot	Beginner
Lesson	Number Tracer: Bee-Bot’s Digital Path	Beginner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What devices is the Digital Skills Curriculum compatible with?

Students can use any of the following devices to access and use the Digital Skills Curriculum:

Laptops
Chromebooks
PCs
iPads
Android Tablets

Do we need to install any software?

No you don't need to install any software. Students view the modules and lessons of the curriculum using a web browser.

Can students share a device during the lessons?

Yes, not every school has one device per student and in those cases students can work in groups (ideally in a group of 2 or 3 students) and use one device between them.

What additional equipment is needed for certain modules, and how can we obtain it?

Some of our digital skills curriculum modules require additional equipment to enhance the learning experience. These modules are designed to engage students with hands-on activities that complement the digital skills being taught. If your school does not have the necessary equipment, we can provide it for an additional cost. Please contact us for a detailed list of required equipment and associated pricing to ensure your students have everything they need for a comprehensive learning experience.

My students don't have any prior experience, can they still do it?

No prior coding experience is required to use the Digital Skills Curriculum. It's designed to be accessible and engaging for beginners and advanced learners alike.

At the beginning of grade there's an optional introduction module that's for beginner students. This introduces them to coding & digital skills and ramps them up so they can continue with the main modules of that grade.

Do we need to do all the modules?

No you don't need to do all the modules.

Schools can decide how much they want to do. Some schools might just do one module in the school year whilst others have more regular digital skills classes and do all three modules.

I teach a mixed-age class with different student groups. How can I use the Digital Skills Curriculum effectively?

Many schools face this challenge, and our curriculum and platform are designed to accommodate mixed-age or split classes.

You have a few options for how to use the curriculum, depending on what works best for your students:

Same modules for all students: For example, if you teach a mixed group of 9 and 10 year-olds, you could have all students follow the module designed for the younger group.
Different modules for each group: If your class includes a wider age range, such as 8 to 12 year-olds, you can assign younger students one set of modules and older students a more advanced set.

Additionally, if some students progress quickly, they can always move on to the next level of modules as needed.

What is the ISBN for the Digital Skills Curriculum?

The ISBN (International Standard Book Number) for the Coding Ireland Digital Skills Curriculum is 978-1-0369-1395-3.

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How Our Digital Skills Curriculum Makes a Difference in the Classroom

"I appreciate the constant bank of knowledge the curriculum provides, which students can refer to as they move through each step. This feature enables me to differentiate effectively, catering to a variety of learning needs within the classroom."

Dan Aylmer

Transition Year, Goatstown Educate Together Secondary School

"I appreciate the progress tracking tools the most. They allow me to quickly identify and address any learning gaps, ensuring all students are on track and improving in their coding abilities."

David McPhillips

4th Class, Castle Park School

"Coding Ireland has been a wonderful addition to our school curriculum in Willow Park."

Heather Martin

5th Class, Willow Park School

"To date, the platform has had a very positive impact on our students' learning. Students are now more engaged with current up-to-date and relevant content."

Conor Heffernan

1st Year, Naas CBS

"It has had a great impact on our students' learning. It has allowed them to gain experience and new skills in STEM education and has given them an insight into the basics of coding and robotics."

Daniel Linehan

6th Class, Ballycroneen NS

"Yes, I would absolutely recommend the platform to other teachers. It transforms coding into an engaging, enjoyable experience for students while supporting teachers with valuable insights into student progress, making it easy to support and guide each learner effectively."

David McPhillips

4th Class, Castle Park School

"Integrating the Coding Ireland platform has transformed how my students learn. They genuinely enjoy the engaging content, and it keeps them interested and motivated, making a noticeable difference in their learning experience."

Fiona Sharkey

3rd Year, Oatlands College

"The Coding Ireland platform has made a significant impact on my students' learning by making coding fun and accessible for everyone in the classroom. It's helped them not only learn coding skills but also build confidence as problem-solvers and critical thinkers."

David McPhillips

4th Class, Castle Park School

"This platform has had a great impact on our students learning. It's great to have a curriculum and program for them to follow which they can test themselves on at the end with a quiz."

Dara Mac Dubhghaill

2nd Year, Coláiste Ghlór na Mara

"We like the way everything is bundled in one simple to use platform, for all our coding teachers to easily access, working from one plan."

Conor Heffernan

1st Year, Naas CBS

"What I like most about the platform is that it's easy to use and follow. Checking on the students progress or what they might be stuck on is a great tool also."

Dara Mac Dubhghaill

2nd Year, Coláiste Ghlór na Mara

"The platform has had a significant impact on my students' learning. The interactive lessons and hands-on projects kept them engaged and helped them build real-world coding skills."

Kevin Bohan

Transition Year, Rathdown School

"I would highly recommend this platform to other teachers. It's a powerful tool for teaching coding, whether you're working with beginners or students with some prior experience. The platform's user-friendly interface, interactive lessons, and real-world projects make it easy to integrate into the classroom, and it's designed in a way that supports a variety of learning styles."

Kevin Bohan

Transition Year, Rathdown School

"I love that the platform's format and level are perfectly suited to my students' needs, and the variety of fantastic topics keeps them excited. It has also made my life as a teacher easier by simplifying lesson planning, so I no longer have to worry about preparing lessons during the summer."

Fiona Sharkey

3rd Year, Oatlands College

"The Coding Ireland platform is user friendly for both teachers and students. It provides endless amounts of resources and guides to help every step of the way. Coding can be a daunting prospect to students at first but thanks to the Coding Ireland platform our students have come to enjoy our lessons immensely. I could not recommend the platform enough."

Heather Martin

5th Class, Willow Park School

"Yes, I would definitely recommend the Digital Skills Curriculum to other teachers. It's not only engaging for students but also offers the structure and resources teachers need to provide effective differentiation and support for all learners, helping students build skills and confidence from day one."

Dan Aylmer

Transition Year, Goatstown Educate Together Secondary School

"I would recommend the platform to other teachers because it's user freindly for teachers of all ability/backround in coding. It provides an easy to use curriculum and layout which makes it easier for teachers to plan classes/activities."

Dara Mac Dubhghaill

2nd Year, Coláiste Ghlór na Mara

"What I like most about the platform is its student-friendly design. Students follow a step by step tutorial for each project. I also like the flexibility Coding Ireland offers. It allows students to work at their own pace, which is great for learners at different skill levels."

Kevin Bohan

Transition Year, Rathdown School

"We would highly recommend the platform to other teachers simply because it helps engage students and includes lesson plans, assessments, powerpoints and teaching & learning resources."

Conor Heffernan

1st Year, Naas CBS

"The Digital Skills Curriculum has had a hugely positive impact in my classroom. Within just a few weeks, my first-year students have gained basic knowledge in JavaScript, which has created an exciting buzz around coding. Having a structured and accessible resource has been instrumental in supporting their progress."

Dan Aylmer

Transition Year, Goatstown Educate Together Secondary School

"I would recommend this platform to other teachers because it combines engaging, student-friendly content with a teacher-friendly format, allowing educators to focus more on supporting students rather than spending extra time on planning. It's been a valuable addition for both my students and myself."

Fiona Sharkey

3rd Year, Oatlands College

"Yes, it allows for self-paced learning and the projects are pitched at a good level. It also allows for differentiation as children can do additional tasks once the main learning outcomes have been reached"

Daniel Linehan

6th Class, Ballycroneen NS