At the chalk face: Why AQA backs our Craig'n'Dave Festival of Computing 2026.

At the chalk face: Why AQA backs our Craig'n'Dave Festival of Computing 2026.A Behind-the-Scenes chat with this year's Festival of Computing Headline Sponsor AQA.In this special Festival of Computing episode, Craig & Dave sit down with Frances Sparrow, Subject Lead for Computer Science at AQA, to talk all things qualifications, classroom impact, and what it really means to support computing teachers across the UK.AQA aren’t just a familiar name in schools – they’re one of the UK’s largest education charities, setting and marking over half of all GCSEs and A Levels each year. In this conversation, Frances shares how AQA works with thousands of teachers and subject experts to shape qualifications, develop resources, and ultimately support students to succeed.We also dive into why AQA chose to be the headline sponsor for the Festival of Computing, and what keeps bringing them back year after year. From meaningful teacher feedback to real conversations about curriculum reform, it’s clear this event is about more than just talks – it’s about collaboration at the heart of computing education.And of course… it wouldn’t be the Festival of Computing without a bit of fun! Expect rubber ducks, QR codes, CPD sessions, and a AQA marketplace stand that’s gone next-level this year. 🦆Frances also shares exciting updates on:GCSE and A Level computer science developments.Digital exams and the future of assessment. How teachers can directly influence the future of qualifications.Plus, we hear why now is the perfect time for teachers to get involved through subject panels and direct feedback routes – not just forums and rumours!Want to know more about AQA?- www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/computer-scienceBook an appointment with Frances - https://shorturl.at/NgSuWA huge thanks to AQA & Frances for chatting with us.💡 If you’re a computer science teacher, this is a must-watch insight into how exam boards are evolving and how you can help shape what comes next.👉 Watch now and join us at the Festival of Computing!The festival is all about real teaching, real classrooms, and real conversations with fellow computing teachers. Expect inspiring talks, hands-on CPD sessions, and plenty of opportunities to connect with others who understand life at the chalkface.🗓 Wednesday 1 July 2026📍 Bromsgrove School🎟 Find out more and get your tickets: Festivalofcomputing.comFor more from us - craigndave.orgIf you’re a secondary computing teacher, this is the one CPD event you won’t want to miss.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and explore more support for teaching Computer Science with Craig’n’Dave.#FestivalOfComputing #CraigAndDave #AQA #ComputerScience #GCSEComputerScience #ALevelComputerScience #TeacherCPD #EducationUK #ComputingEducation #EdTech #TeachingResources #DigitalExams #atthechalkface