Support your pupils’ understanding of digital vocabulary with this computing word/vocabulary bank, designed for use in primary school classrooms across KS1 and lower KS2. The word bank is displayed across a set of posters featuring over 60 commonly used computing terms such as monitor, mouse, keyboard, upload, website, email and smartphone. Each word is presented clearly in a child-friendly font and grouped by related functions, helping children recognise and apply the language of technology during independent work, writing tasks or computing lessons.
Key Curriculum Focus
This primary computing resource aligns with the national curriculum by supporting:
- Using technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve content
- Recognising common uses of information technology in and beyond school
- Developing digital literacy through familiarity with technical terminology
Our computing word/vocabulary bank boosts children’s confidence in discussing digital tools and processes with keywords linked to hardware, software, and online activity. It can be used as part of working walls, computing displays or writing prompts during cross-curricular ICT work.
Computing Vocabulary in Primary Computing
Early computing education includes developing the language children need to describe how technology works. For instance, learning terms like cursor, icon, internet, and download equips learners with a stronger grasp of how devices are used and operated. In primary computing, children explore technology through play and purposeful tasks, and this resource helps reinforce their understanding by providing quick-reference vocabulary throughout the school day.
Activity Idea: Tech talk Partners
Pair children together and give them a short digital scenario (e.g. ‘using a tablet to find a picture of an animal’). Challenge them to discuss what they’re doing using at least five words from the Computing Word Bank. This peer-led speaking activity reinforces subject vocabulary and gives children the opportunity to hear new words in context.
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Help your children understand everyday digital tools with these Computer Icons Information Cards. Each card features a familiar icon (such as ‘save’, ‘copy’ or ‘undo’) alongside a clear explanation of its function, making them perfect for display in the ICT suite or for use as reference during computing lessons. These cards support learners in recognising key software commands, improving digital literacy and building confidence when using word processing programs. For more classroom-friendly tools, explore our full set of computing primary resources.
