Recommended Age: 8–9 years

Skills Required: No previous experience required.

Type of Coding: Block-based coding.

Reading & Writing Ability: Basic reading and writing skills recommended.

Equipment: Learners must bring their own laptop.

Course Summary:
Robotics Explorers with 123Robot® is a beginner robotics course designed as the next step for children who have completed our LEGO Robotics & Creative Technology course for ages 6–8. Students progress from hands-on building into block-based coding, robotics, sensors, motors and engineering challenges, developing problem-solving, creativity and teamwork through practical 123Robot® projects.

Across three terms, students learn to build and programme robots, complete challenges and develop autonomous robotics skills. In Term 3, they are introduced to Python programming, creating a gentle transition from block-based coding to text-based programming.

In Term 3 (May or June 2027), learners will have the opportunity to showcase their projects at our Family Tech Day and participate in the 123Robot® Competition, celebrating their achievements with family and friends.

Important: The course is designed to be taken from the beginning of a block, as each session builds on previous learning. Learners joining mid-block may need to complete additional work at home to catch up. Regular attendance is recommended to get the most from the programme and successfully complete projects.

Don’t Forget the Sibling Discount:
Enjoy a 15% discount automatically applied to each additional child when siblings are booked together in the same order.
Please note: Sibling discounts will not apply if bookings are made in separate orders.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

As a social enterprise, we do our best to support talented and motivated young people who may not otherwise be able to afford our course fees.

To discuss available support confidentially, please email admin@firststeprobotics.com with the subject “Financial Support”.