Make a connection
Meet the parts of a robot and learn how instructions become actions.
Introduction to Robotics
Give an idea the power to move.
Explore how code, sensors and motors work together. Move from simple instructions to a robot that responds to the world around it.
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At a glance
These sample outlines show the shape of a Private programme. Suitability, timing, equipment, mentoring arrangements and fees are confirmed before enrolment.
- Starting point
- Curious beginners
- Sample duration
- 4–6 months
- Weekly commitment
- Around 2–3 hours a week
- Age suitability
- Discuss with us before enrolment
A good starting point
Comfort using a computer. No previous robotics experience is assumed in this outline. We will discuss age suitability and access to a kit with you.
Tools to explore
- Beginner robotics kit
- Motors and sensors
- Visual coding tools
- Project notebook
Equipment, software access and any additional costs will be clarified before enrolment.
The learning stages
A sample roadmap, with each stage building on the last. The final pace and content will be confirmed for the programme.
Control movement
Explore sequences, loops and motor control through small experiments.
Sense and respond
Use sensor input to make decisions and adjust behaviour.
Build your robot
Plan, test and explain a robot that tackles a small practical challenge.
Guidance meets practice
With a mentor
Guided sessions introduce ideas and review experiments. The session frequency, format and length will be agreed before enrolment.
Between sessions
Try short coding challenges, test one change at a time and record what the robot does between guided sessions.
For parents
Follow project milestones, engagement and mentor feedback. See the reasoning behind a working build, as well as the finished result.
What they could build
Illustrative project briefs for this pathway.
Obstacle-aware rover
Programme a rover to detect an obstacle, stop and choose a new direction.
A robot with a purpose
Choose a simple challenge, build a response and demonstrate how it works.
The goal is a working project the learner can explain, with a record of testing, feedback and improvements.