FREE Entry Level 3 / Level 1 ICT – Introduction to Excel Spreadsheets Lesson

This fully resourced lesson introduces students to Microsoft Excel and the fundamentals of spreadsheets.
Perfect for Entry 3, Level 1, KS3 or KS4 ICT / Computing, this lesson builds essential confidence in navigating Excel before moving onto formulas and data analysis.
Students will learn:
• What spreadsheets are used for
• The difference between workbooks and worksheets
• How to identify rows, columns and cells
• How to use cell references correctly
• How to enter and edit data
• How to save work correctly
The lesson includes:
✔ PowerPoint
✔ Student task worksheet
✔ Practical spreadsheet activity
✔ Model example
✔ Clear learning objectives and success criteria
This lesson forms part of a full Excel Skills Unit covering formulas, formatting, multi-sheet workbooks and real-world spreadsheet challenges.