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Digital Skills Curriculum for Primary School

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 Junior Infants to 6th Class students
  • Teacher guides & lesson plans
  • Aligned with the proposed Primary STE Curriculum Framework

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Digital Skills Curriculum

2025/26 Edition

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

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Module 1

Exploring Patterns

Exploring Patterns

Explore patterns hands-on with unplugged coding fun!

Module 2

My First Steps in Digital Storytelling

My First Steps in Digital Storytelling

Create Fun Stories and Simple Adventures in Scratch Jr!

Module 3

Journey into Robotic Movements

Journey into Robotic Movements

Code robot movements with fun BeeBot adventures!

Module 1

Solving Problems

Solving Problems

Coding Without Screens, Explore Patterns Hands-On!

Module 2

Creative Stories

Creative Stories

Junior Creators Emerge with Scratch Jr.

Module 3

Exploring Robotics and Commands

Exploring Robotics and Commands

Becoming Robot Programmers: BeeBots Take on New Challenges!

Module 1

The World of Logic

The World of Logic

Build a Solid Base with Unplugged Coding Lessons

Module 2

Adventures in Digital Creation

Adventures in Digital Creation

Bring Your Ideas to Life with Scratch Jr!

Module 3

Electricity and Simple Circuits

Electricity and Simple Circuits

Explore Electricity in Action by Building Real-World Circuits!

Introduction Module

My First Coding Adventure

My First Coding Adventure

Start your coding journey with fun and simple projects!

Module 1

Exploring Coding

Exploring Coding

Coding Made Easy: Drag & Drop Fun with Coding Blocks!

Module 2

Creative Coding Challenges

Creative Coding Challenges

Level Up with Block-Based Challenges!

Extra Module

Discovering the Magic of Circuits

Discovering the Magic of Circuits

From Simple to Sparks, build exciting circuits in the classroom

Introduction Module

My First Coding Adventure

My First Coding Adventure

Start your coding journey with fun and simple projects!

Module 1

Coding and Creative Projects

Coding and Creative Projects

Create Games and Animations with Block Based Coding

Module 2

Introduction to Game Design

Introduction to Game Design

Level Up and Code Your Own Arcade Games!

Extra Module

Microbit Basics

Microbit Basics

Introduction to microbits: coding simple interactions

Introduction Module

Introduction to Coding

Introduction to Coding

Beginner's Gateway to Coding

Module 1

Dynamic Digital Projects

Dynamic Digital Projects

Design Interactive Stories and Games Through Coding

Module 2

Advanced Game Development

Advanced Game Development

Make your own Games with MakeCode Arcade

Extra Module

Microbit Adventures

Microbit Adventures

Exploring creative projects with microbit technology

Introduction Module

Introduction to Coding

Introduction to Coding

Beginner's Gateway to Coding

Module 1

Coding and Interactive Creators

Coding and Interactive Creators

Code Like a Creator, Design Amazing Games and Animations with Scratch!

Module 2

Game Design Studio

Game Design Studio

Design Arcade Games with Advanced Logic

Extra Module

Microbit Masterclass

Microbit Masterclass

Developing skills through engaging microbit projects

Extra Module

Exploring Electronics and Light

Exploring Electronics and Light

Microbit Makers: Code Light Shows & Interactive Projects!

Introduction Module

Introduction to Coding

Introduction to Coding

Beginner's Gateway to Coding

Module 1

Digital Creation Lab

Digital Creation Lab

Build Interactive Projects with Code

Module 2

Advanced Game Development

Advanced Game Development

Code Like a Pro, From Classics to Cutting-Edge Games!

Extra Module

Microbit Innovators

Microbit Innovators

Coding microbit projects and real-world applications

Extra Module

Exploring Electronics and Light

Exploring Electronics and Light

Microbit Makers: Code Light Shows & Interactive Projects!

Extra Module

Designing and Building for the Future

Designing and Building for the Future

Robotics Champions: Animate & Control Your Microbit Car!

Extra Module

Discovering Artificial Intelligence

Discovering Artificial Intelligence

Discover AI and learn how to program it using Scratch.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  • Laptops
  • Chromebooks
  • PCs
  • iPads
  • Android Tablets

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

The Digital Skills Curriculum costs the following per student for a full school year:

  • Primary School Students €9
  • Secondary School Junior Cycle Students €12
  • Secondary School Senior Cycle Students €15

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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.

Yes, the Digital Skills Curriculum is covered by the government school book scheme. This scheme, which has been expanded to include all Junior Cycle and primary school students, ensures that schoolbooks and core classroom resources are provided free of charge

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

How Our Digital Skills Curriculum Makes a Difference in the Classroom

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