Technology

Botley - Introduction to computational thinking – Early level

This activity aims to introduce learners to sequencing and encourages them to give a device a series of instructions.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 0-15a

BBC micro:bit

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer codes. It will introduce pupils to using a BBC micro:bit and the BBC micro:bit website.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 1-14a, TCH 1-14b

Introduction to BBC micro:bit – Second level

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer code. It will introduce pupils to using a BBC micro:bit and the BBC micro:bit website.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-14a, TCH 2-14b

Sphero - Introduction to Sphero and computer programming – First level

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer languages. It will introduce pupils to Spheros. Pupils will also explore maths concepts including speed/distance/time and angles.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-15a, MNU 2-10c, MTH 2-17c

Sphero - Introduction to Sphero and computer programming – Second level

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer languages. It will introduce pupils to Spheros. Pupils will also explore maths concepts including speed/distance/time and angles.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-15a, MNU 2-10c, MTH 2-17c

Advanced Sphero - Using repeat loops and variables with Sphero - Second level

This session aims to teach the computing concepts of variables and conditional repetition. Pupils will practice building computer programmes that include these concepts.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-15a

Energy - Renewables Play Mat - Early & First Level

This session has been designed to spark curiosity and encourage meaningful discussions around renewable energy and sustainable living.  Through interactive play, children are introduced to important environmental concepts in a hands-on and age-appropriate way.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 0-05a, TCH 0-06a, TCH 0-07a, TCH 0-09a, TCH 0-12a

Energy - Sources & Sustainability - Second Level

This activity is designed to help learners explore the different types of renewable energy. Working in small groups, learners will research one form of renewable energy and determine how best to present their findings to the rest of the class. As an extension task, groups could share their research in a school assembly to help raise awareness and educate their peers about renewable energy.

These sessions require advance booking.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-06a, TCH 2-07a, SOC 2-08a​