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UKESF are offering a free primary electronics programme for UK home educators – no prior electronics or STEM experience is needed.
Build a Bot comprises five self-led sessions for 8-13 year olds, complemented by a 30-minute online workshop from the UKESF. Your child will design, build, code and test their own cardboard robots.
The live, interactive online session led by the UKESF team will introduce the activity to you and your child, and is a great way to kick off the activity.
Equipment will be posted to you, free of charge.
Ongoing support from the expert team at UKESF is available via email or call.
Why take part:
• A simple, low-prep way to enrich the Electricity curriculum
• Helps children understand how real-world electronic systems work
• Builds confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills
2026/27 live session dates:
• Thursday 17 September 2026
• Wednesday 20 January 2027
Please note you must have a micro:bit to take part.
