Coding Cards & Coding ICT Teaching Ideas for KS1 & KS2

Bring coding to life with this hands-on, screen-free resource designed especially for early learners and SEND pupils. Coding Cards & Teaching Ideas includes a set of 15 colourful coding instruction cards that introduce key programming concepts in a simple, visual, and engaging way. Perfect for whole-class lessons, small-group activities, learning centres, or 1:1 support.

Students use the cards to build sequences, solve mazes, give instructions to a “robot”, practise decision-making, and explore the building blocks of algorithms — all without needing a device. Paired with 8 easy-to-implement teaching ideas, this pack gives teachers everything they need to introduce computational thinking with confidence.

What’s Included:

• 15 unplugged coding cards featuring clear symbols and simple instructions (move forward, turn, repeat, conditionals, start/end, and more).
• 8 teaching ideas and activity prompts including sequencing tasks, debugging challenges, maze navigation, role-play robots, and differentiated options for SEND.
• Versatile uses for whole-class activities, small groups, learning centres, interventions, and home learning.

Perfect For:

• Early Years, KS1, Lower KS2
• SEND pupils who benefit from visual, kinaesthetic, and structured learning
• Teachers introducing foundational coding before Scratch or computing lessons
• Cross-curricular STEM, literacy, and problem-solving sessions

Why Teachers Love It:

• Promotes sequencing, logic, and problem-solving
• Builds confidence through fun, movement-based learning
• Supports inclusive practice with clear visuals and simple language
• Ready to print and use with no preparation required

Make coding accessible, active, and exciting with Coding Cards & Teaching Ideas — the perfect foundation for building confident young coders.