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Digital Skills Curriculum for Secondary 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 1st Year to 6th Year students
  • Teacher guides & lesson plans
  • Aligned with the Junior & Senior Cycle Curriculum

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Digital Skills Curriculum

2025/26 Edition

From €12 per student, includes student access & teacher resources.

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Junior Cycle

The curriculum is flexible and allows schools to choose which Short Courses (Coding, Digital Media Literacy, Robotics) to offer and which levels (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced) to teach in any year, in any combination.

1st Year

Short Course

Coding Basics

Coding Basics

Learn coding fundamentals with Scratch, Arcade and Microbits

Short Course

Digital Media Basics

Digital Media Basics

Explore the internet, devices, AI and online safety

Short Course

Robotics & Engineering Basics

Robotics & Engineering Basics

Learn robotics and engineering through building projects

2nd Year

Short Course

Intermediate Coding

Intermediate Coding

Build games, websites, and explore AI coding

Short Course

Intermediate Digital Media

Intermediate Digital Media

Create digital stories, edit media content and learn to create with AI

Short Course

Intermediate Robotics & Engineering

Intermediate Robotics & Engineering

Explore autonomous cars, sensors, and motors

3rd Year

Short Course

Advanced Coding

Advanced Coding

Master Microbit, JavaScript, Python and AI projects

Short Course

Advanced Digital Media

Advanced Digital Media

Design interactive projects and consider the ethics and impact of digital media

Short Course

Advanced Robotics & Engineering

Advanced Robotics & Engineering

Explore smart homes, renewable energy, and Raspberry Pi

Transition Year

For Transition Year we offer a range of 8-10 week modules, providing schools with the flexibility to select the modules that best suit their students’ interests and needs. Schools can choose from a variety of options, tailoring the programme to enhance skills, creativity, and personal development.

TY Module

TY Module

Exploring Microbit Programming

Exploring Microbit Programming

Programming micro-computers

TY Module

TY Module

Robotic Cars and Automation

Robotic Cars and Automation

Robotics, Automation and Engineering

TY Module

TY Module

Web Design Basics

Web Design Basics

Learn HTML and CSS

TY Module

Dynamic Web Design

Dynamic Web Design

Coding with HTML, CSS and JavaScript

TY Module

Introduction to Python

Introduction to Python

Starting with Python Programming

Senior Cycle

The Senior Cycle programme offers complete support for the Leaving Certificate Computer Science subject. This includes a wide array of resources, practice questions, and exams crafted to help students build the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in this subject.

5th Year

CS Module

Introduction to Computer Science & Problem-Solving

Introduction to Computer Science & Problem-Solving

Gain an overview of Computer Science, learn to break down problems logically, and write your first simple programs.

CS Module

Data Representation & Data Management

Learn how computers store numbers and text, handle lists/arrays, and see how large datasets power simple AI.

CS Module

Computer Systems & Networks

Understand how computers and networks function at a system level, plus the basics of staying secure online.

CS Module

Programming Fundamentals (Part 1)

Create interactive programs, structure code with functions, learn to debug effectively.

CS Module

Web Technologies

Build and style websites, add interactive features, and understand how to design responsibly.

6th Year

CS Module

Advanced Programming & Data Structures (Part 2)

Deepen your coding with OOP, see how algorithms are optimized (Big O), and build a simple AI model

CS Module

Software Development & Project Management

Learn how real software is planned and managed. Work in teams to prototype, track tasks, handle merges in Git, and understand licensing.

CS Module

Coursework / Project Implementation (Part 1)

Develop your project idea, set clear goals, and start coding.

CS Module

Coursework / Project Implementation (Part 2) & Documentation

Finalise your project, ensure it’s fully tested and documented, and submit it officially.

CS Module

Revision & Exam Preparation

Revisit everything—data, programming, systems, ethics—and practice with past exam papers, mock tests, and final exam techniques.

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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