Key Stage 3 Computer Systems

This KS3 Computer Systems booklet is a complete, ready-to-use classroom resource designed to support students in understanding the fundamentals of hardware, software, memory and storage. It includes clear explanations, visual diagrams, retrieval practice tasks, fill-in-the-gaps, quizzes, sorting and labelling activities, and confidence checklists to assess progress.

Across multiple lessons, students explore internal components, peripherals, system & application software, operating systems, utility tools, primary memory (RAM, ROM, Cache) and secondary storage types (magnetic, optical and solid-state), with opportunities for continual recall and assessment.

Content:
Lesson 1 - Computer Hardware
Lesson 2 - Peripherals and Classifying Components
Lessons 3 and 4 - Computer Software
Lessons 5 and 6 - Computer Memory and Storage

Ideal for KS3 lessons, homework, independent learning, cover work or revision.