Coding Challenges for GCSE and A Level Computer Science
Attached is a collection of coding challenges. The best way to learn and get better at programming is to practise, but it is often difficult to know what to make. Working through these challenges will increase you skill set and familiarity with programming.
Remember, we program using python in high school (years 7-11) and C# at sixth form.
Programming IDEs (or you can code online using Replit)
Python: Thonny, Hartismere python online (no saving)
C#: Sharp Develop (old but lightweight), Visual Studio Community
Documents
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What happens to your examination script?
MegaProcessor - the largest CPU in the world
Stranger Things, The First Shadow. The Phoenix Theatre, Friday 11th September.
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Paddington The Musical Savoy Theatre, London Thursday, 15 April 2027. Years 7 & 8
December 2026 Mock Examinations
Harry Potter (One Part) Palace Theatre, London Weds., 13 January 2027. Year 7&8
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Programming GCSE CS A Level CS Computer Science GCSE C# Results ICT Cover Music Calendar Videos A Level Drama News and Articles CPU Trips year 7 & 8 Attack The Block SCI Revision Homework Theatre Mocks
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