Nichola Wilkin Ltd | Computer Science resources for busy teachers

Have you checked out the Computing Classroom membership?

Computing Teacher Tips

These posts are written by a former Head of Department and independent resource publisher. They’re here to help you think more clearly about teaching computing without guilt, hustle or overwhelm.

Trusted by thousands of teachers, with over 2.8 million resource downloads.

The National Museum of Computing: your teacher guide to a memorable school trip

Published on: 24/09/2026

Planning a computing school trip? Here’s what to expect at The National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park plus packages, timings and tips.

The National Museum of ComputingBletchley ParkSchool tripsKS3 computing curriculumGCSE Computer ScienceAI lessonsAI ethicsdata representation

What is likely to change in the new UK computing curriculum?

Published on: 16/09/2026

The new UK computing curriculum is likely to emphasise digital literacy, AI and data and practical application. Here’s how to prepare KS3 lessons now using context-first planning so units stay adaptable without a full rewrite.

new UK computing curriculum changescomputing curriculum update KS3how to prepare for new computing curriculumcontext-first lesson planning computingAI data digital literacy KS3computing curriculum and assessment review

What is the best way for teachers to say no politely without feeling guilty?

Published on: 16/09/2026

A quick guide for teachers: the simplest way to say no politely, when to delay or trade off tasks, copy and paste scripts, FAQs and UK workload evidence. Includes a free tool you can bookmark for reusable responses.

say no politely teacherteacher workloadhow to say no to extra work in schoolteacher boundary scriptsworkload management for teachersprofessional refusal email teacherDfE teacher working hoursNEU workload wellbeing

Teaching cybersecurity with real-life examples (and a free lesson to try)

Published on: 01/09/2026

Teach cybersecurity through real-life examples that actually stick. This long-form post explains why abstract definitions fall flat, how to build calm scepticism in teenagers and includes a free classroom-ready lesson to try.

teaching cybersecuritycybersecurity lessonscybersecurity in schoolscybersecurity real-life examplesonline safety and scamsphishing lessonransomware case study

Computer Science Lessons with Nichola Wilkin Ltd

Empowering computing teachers with accessible, quality computer science lessons.

Terms of Use

Payment Terms

Privacy Policy