Duo Course: Y6 – Programming Variables In Games with Pictoblox Wednesday 3rd February

     

This practical session explores the concept of variables in programming through game design in Pictoblox, adapting the Year 6 Teach Computing curriculum. First, participants will find out what variables are and relate them to real-world examples of values that can be set and changed. Then they will use variables to create a simulation of a scoreboard. Following the Use-Modify-Create model, teachers will learn how to help pupils experiment with variables in an existing project, modify them, and focus on design before creating and improving their own games.

Session Objectives (Links directly to – Y6 Teach Computing – Programming A: Variables in games):
• Understand what variables are and how to introduce them using real-world examples.
• Learn how to use Pictoblox to create a simulation of a scoreboard.
• Explore the Use-Modify-Create model to help pupils experiment with, modify, and code their own original games.
• Apply knowledge of variables and design to improve and share digital projects.
• Gain confidence in delivering the full Y6 Variables in games unit effectively.

Date: Wednesday 3rd February 2027
Time: 16:00-17:30

 

THIS WILL BE A FACE TO FACE TRAINING COURSE

Expected impact on schools – Participants will:
• Gain practical experience using Pictoblox for game design in the classroom.
• Be able to confidently deliver the Y6 Variables in games unit.
• Access high-quality online resources to support lesson delivery.
• Develop inspiring lesson ideas linked to the computing curriculum.

Helpful Link: Y6 Teach Computing Unit (https://teachcomputing.org/curriculum/key-stage-2/programming-a-variables-in-games)

Who is this course for?
Primary teachers looking to build their confidence in teaching computing, particularly those delivering the Year 6 “Variables in games” unit from the Teach Computing framework.

Charge:
This course is part of the CPD programme for schools in the ICT in Schools Service Offer and is Free of Charge to those schools. For all other schools, the charge is £40.00 + VAT.

SPECIAL OFFER
After attending a DUO course each attendee will be eligible for a reduced cost half day, taught session using Pictoblox either at The Word or in school.
• Staff attending the course must be present for the follow up session.
• The session will use 30 points of your allocation instead of 60.
• Staff can only attend the Duo Course once to benefit from the reduced points charge.

(Points can be purchased if required – please enquire for costings)

To register, please contact: [email protected]