Family Robotics and Coding Session

This family-friendly Saturday morning drop-in session offers children, young people and their families an accessible introduction to coding and robotics.

Using Ohbot’s block-based coding environment, which is similar to Scratch and requires no previous coding experience, participants will explore how code can bring a robot to life through speech, movement and expressive reactions.

Families can experiment with pre-built starter projects, including:

• A Story Robot that reads a story aloud and responds with expressive reactions
• A Study Buddy that asks questions, keeps score and offers encouragement

Participants can follow the guided activities, adapt the projects or develop their own creative ideas with support from the event team.

As this is a drop-in session, families can arrive at any point during the advertised event time and take part at their own pace. You can stay for a short activity or spend longer developing and testing your creation.

There is no competition or formal judging. The focus is on experimenting, learning together and having fun. Families will be welcome to informally share what they have created with other participants during the session.

No previous coding or robotics experience is required.

What attendees will take away?
Participants will gain:

• A fun and practical introduction to coding and robotics
• Experience bringing a robot to life through code
• Opportunities to develop creativity and problem-solving skills
• Ideas and activities that families can continue exploring together

Who should attend?

Children aged nine and above, young people, parents, carers, families, teachers and educators.

Children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or responsible adult throughout the session.

Format

An interactive, family-friendly drop-in coding and robotics session.

Places and access to the robots may be subject to availability during busy periods. Food and refreshments will be provided.

Photography and accessibility

Photography will take place during the event. If you or your child do not wish to be photographed, please notify a member of the event team when you arrive.

We want everyone to feel welcome and supported at this event. If you have any accessibility requirements or need additional assistance to participate, please contact us at [email protected].