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Computing Words: Flashcards
The core vocabulary children need to discuss computing at KS1, with everyday-language meanings and concrete examples. Cards 1–7 cover the programming concepts. Cards 8–12 cover online safety vocabulary based on the standard UK SMART framework. Children who can use these terms accurately in their own sentences are meeting the NC requirement for Y2 computing.
Key stage
Key Stage 1
Subject
Computing
Time
~15 min
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algorithm
step-by-step instructions
"My algorithm for making toast: 1. Put bread in toaster…"
"My algorithm for making toast: 1. Put bread in toaster…"
program
a set of instructions a computer follows
An algorithm that a computer can read.
An algorithm that a computer can read.
bug 🐛
a problem in a program
If the program does the wrong thing, it has a bug.
If the program does the wrong thing, it has a bug.
debug
find and fix the bug
Test the program, find the broken bit, fix it, test again.
Test the program, find the broken bit, fix it, test again.
predict
say what will happen
"If the robot goes ↑ ↑ →, I predict it will end up here."
"If the robot goes ↑ ↑ →, I predict it will end up here."
sequence
steps in order
Step 1, then step 2, then step 3. Computers follow sequences.
Step 1, then step 2, then step 3. Computers follow sequences.
technology
tools that use computers
Phones, tablets, microwaves, cars — all technology.
Phones, tablets, microwaves, cars — all technology.
Safe
Stay safe — never share your full name, address, school, phone, or photos with strangers online.
Meet
Meeting — never meet someone in real life that you met online. Tell a grown-up if they ask.
Accept
Accepting — don't open messages, links or files from strangers. They might be hurtful or unsafe.
Reliable
Reliable — not everything online is true. People can pretend to be someone else. Check with a grown-up.
Tell 📢
Tell — if something worries you online, TELL a trusted grown-up. You won't be in trouble. Telling is the right thing.
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