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What makes the internet? What is a data centre? How do we use them?

Break down computer networks, the internet and data careers for pupils aged 9-11, with free teaching materials from Kao Data.

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Explore computer networks, build future skills & introduce data careers to your 9-11s with free curriculum-linked lessons to support your teaching in Computing and PSHE

Data Superheroes

Ages 9-11 | Computing, PSHE

Start your pupils’ Data Superhero Training with an introduction to networks, the internet and data centres (and the real-life superhero careers behind the scenes).

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Data Superhero Challenges

Ages 9-11 | Computing, PSHE

Explore basic binary and encryption while putting your pupils’ training to the test with a series of escape room puzzles!

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Meet the Data Superheroes

Ages 9-11 | Computing, PSHE

Meet the real-life data superheroes working hard to keep the internet safe.

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Create your own superhero building!

Ages 9-11 | Art

Create a superhero building and discover fun facts about data centres.

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Blockdoku

Ages 9-11

Challenge your pupils to this quick logic challenge!

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Data centres are superhero buildings – here's why!

Ages 9-11

In this video, we break it down simply by what they are, what they do and why they are so important to the digital world running.

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How we built a data centre - in 2 1/2 minutes!

Ages 9-11

Kao Data’s first data centre took two years to finish! Watch to see how such a huge, important building comes together step by step.

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Complete the Crossword Puzzle

Ages 9-11

Test your pupils’ knowledge with a Kao Academy crossword.

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About Kao

We are a UK company that owns and runs data centres in Slough, Harlow, Stockport and Northolt. We know that the future of the data centre industry lies in the hands of the next generation, that’s why we’ve set up the Kao Academy to help young people learn more about data centres and the wider industry and equip them with the tools and knowledge needed for future careers.

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Data centres are superhero
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