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Digi Curriculum – A British Computing Pathway for Ages 5–16

About Digi

Digi is a suite of primary and secondary school computing programmes developed by NCC Education.

Digi recognises the importance of strong digital skills and provides a core understanding of computer science in the 21st century. The course has been designed to meet the needs of UK and international students aged 5 to 16. 

Each Digi programme covers:

  • Coding
  • Computational thinking
  • Online Safety
  • Digital Literacy

The Course is : 

 

  • Awarded by NCC Education, UK-based

  • Global reach, established since 1966

  • British qualifications with international delivery

 

Digital Literacy Programme:

  • Digi Key Stage 1—Digi Explorers (Age: 5-7)

  • Digi Key Stage 2—Digi Navigators (Age: 7-11)

  • Digi Key Stage 3—Digi Trailblazers (Age: 11-14)

  • Digi Key Stage 4—Digi Award (Age: 14-16)

Digi Computing Curriculum

Key Stages of Digi

All resources are provided for students and teachers to cover the English National Computing Curriculum with complete confidence. Each Digi Teacher and Student Guide comprises 30 lessons. Formal assessments and qualification certificates provide evidence and a global benchmark for student performance. Once a student guide is completed, learners are provided with a certificate of completion. The equivalent of an International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is obtained with the Digi Level 2 Award. This is the final fourth key stage of the curriculum

Digi Computing Curriculum Overview

Assessment & Certification

Each stage ends with:

  • Online theoretical assessment (60 mins)

  • Certificate of Completion at each Key Stage 
  • Final certificate provided at Key stage 4 (Level 2 Award )

Sample Level 2 Award Certificate at Key Stage 4

Technology & Equipment Needed

Classroom equipment and materials
• Student Guide
• Teacher Guide
• Computers
• For certain activities, it would be beneficial to be able to share your
screen with your class, either via digital whiteboard, large screen
monitor / TV or suitable screen sharing software
Computer equipment specification and features
• 512MB RAM (1 GB minimum recommended)
• Functioning broadband or Internet connection
• Internet browser such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Firefox
• An office suite, including word processing and spreadsheet
applications, such as Microsoft Office
• Up-to-date anti-virus
• The ability for students to save work and perform routine and regular
backups
The teacher guide contains all the student guide pages plus additional
guidance notes and resources for each activity

 

Why Register for the NCC Education Digi Computing Curriculum?

Digi Computing Curriculum

Upon completion of the Digi Computing Curriculum, students gain essential digital skills, aligned with the National Computing Curriculum. They receive certification and assessment at each key stage, with the opportunity to achieve an NCC Education Level 2 Award in Computing. With access to digital learning resources, students are empowered with the knowledge and qualifications to advance in computing education and future careers.