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Advanced STEMbotics - Python Coding Robotics Workshop

Challenge your Y7-Y13 students with real-world robotics in this advanced workshop.

Advanced STEMbotics - Python Coding Robotics Workshop

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Challenge your students with real-world robotics and text-based coding in this advanced workshop. Designed for Years 7–13 (S1–S6), students build and program LEGO robots using Python, applying computing and engineering principles to solve practical problems.

What students will do:

  • Design and build robots from scratch
  • Code using Python to control motors, sensors, and mechanisms
  • Tackle challenges using bespoke robotics mats
  • Apply sequencing, selection, iteration, and—if time allows—functions and variables

Projects include coding a humanoid quizzing robot or a vehicle robot, with options to extend into more complex engineering tasks. Ideal for students ready to move beyond block coding and deepen their understanding of programming.

Curriculum links:
Mapped to KS3–KS5 Computing, Design Technology, and Science. Supports GCSE and A-Level objectives, especially in programmable components and Python programming.

Why book?

  • Bridges theory and practice in computing and engineering
  • Inspires students to pursue STEM pathways

Booking info
Flexible delivery to suit your timetable and curriculum goals. All equipment provided.

Available in England, Scotland and Wales.

Pricing starts at £797 per day, ex VAT.

Experienced facilitators adapt sessions for all learners, including SEN. Workshops promote teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving.

Fully-funded opportunities: Thanks to the provider's partnerships with the Royal Air Force and Defence Nuclear Enterprise, eligible schools can benefit from fully-funded STEM workshops. Complete this form to find out if you're eligible.

Testimonial:
“Our GCSE students loved applying Python in a practical way. The setup, content, and delivery were excellent—adaptable to both DT and Computing groups.” – UK Secondary School

Learning outcomes

  • Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects

  • Improve attainment and progress in STEM subjects

  • Develop engineering employability skills

  • Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers

Subjects and topics

    • Computing
    • Maths
    • Electronics, robotics and programming

Gatsby benchmarks

The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:

  • Addressing the needs of each pupil
  • Linking curriculum learning to careers

Essential skills

The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:

  • Creativity - Using imagination and generating new ideas

  • Problem solving - Finding solutions to challenges

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