TickiKids' Guide: Coding and Robotics classes for kids in Singapore

Published 07 March 2023 at 19:36

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Coding is not a rocket science today. Robots aren't futuristic anymore – they delve into our lives with astonishing speed. There is no such thing as "too early" for learning digital technologies. Highly qualified and experienced tutors and well-thought-out programmes can kindle the interest to codе even to 4-year olds.

Add here the growing importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines and the utility of the coding and robotics classes becomes clear. And they are not limited by studying coding languages or robotics! It is the perfect place to experiment with ideas, hone an impressive skill set, learn foundational concepts in engineering and physics, and flex creativity. And, let alone the educational point of the classes, it is a great place where kids can develop their social skills. Coding and Robotics classes encourage teamwork to complete different missions, as well as be attentive and disciplined.

When do children study the most efficiently? When they are having fun, of course!

At TickiKids, we have handpicked the most entertaining, educational and interesting coding and robotics classes for kids in Singapore. All these classes are conducted by skilful and experienced professionals who are passionate about their work and pay attention to the level and needs of every student.

AlphaGen Learning

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The future belongs to Generation Alpha, children born in the 21st century to Millennial parents. And with technology changing the world at such a fast pace, it is essential for them to learn how to code to thrive in the digital age.

AlphaGen Learning is a leading coding school that offers high-quality coding and technology classes for kids aged 6 to 16. The school's programs are fully online, allowing students to learn from the comfort of their own homes. 

Classes are held 1-on-1 to provide undivided attention to each student, which means that students can learn at their own pace and receive feedback that is specific to their strengths and weaknesses. A personalised learning plan is also created for each student and classes are tailored to students’ interests.

AlphaGen Learning focuses on skills development, which extends beyond the classroom, setting up students for success. These skills include Logical Reasoning, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Academic Confidence, Creative Expression and Curiosity.  The school's programs are also designed to be fun and engaging, encouraging students to develop a passion for coding and technology. This unique teaching philosophy gives AlphaGen Learning an edge over other educational institutions.

AlphaGen’s Teachers are an exclusive league of passionate professionals, who are motivated by the success of their students. They are experienced hires, who are degree holders and committed to full-time roles and have been rated as top-notch by their students. Focused on guiding students with thought-provoking questions and encouraging trial and error, AlphaGen Learning’s tutors are able to challenge each student to their maximum potential.

From Mobile Application Development to Graphic Design, Python, AI & Machine Learning, Minecraft and more, AlphaGen Learning’s curriculum covers a vast range of subjects. AlphaGen Learning's in-house specialists have carefully designed each curriculum area to offer the students the latest technology knowledge they need to thrive in the digital age.

Enrol your child for their first coding class today and let them join an exciting journey of discovery and growth with AlphaGen Learning!

Contact Details: WhatsApp or Call +65 96507344

connect@alphagenlearning.com

Socials: Facebook, Instagram

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Whyte Labs

Whyte Labs is a place where an exciting adventure with robots begins! This award-winning startup based in Singapore is pioneering a unique exploration-based approach to teaching young minds how to build animal-like robots from scratch. Why animal-themed robots though? Because building such robots requires an interdisciplinary approach that connects physics, math and biology with robotics, electronics and coding. In fact, it was the very process of learning how to build animal-like robots during their University days, that gave the founders, Aditya and Jeremy, a strong foundation in robotics that equipped them for the internationally-acclaimed robotics research that they went on to do. As you’ll see from their social media, through this approach, they go on to equip kids with the skills and confidence to prototype their own unique ideas and inspire them to apply them and solve real-world problems.

Whyte Labs’ robotics programs offer a refreshing take on STEM skills and inspire young tinkerers to see how they can apply what they learn at school and through robotics, in the real world. Each Whyte Labs workshop involves children taking on a hands-on ‘challenge’ as they gain a deep understanding of robotics, electronics, mechanics and coding.

Beyond learning robotics, however, what parents often observe is the holistic growth in their children as they work on robotics projects with Whyte Labs. The depth and level of challenge, paired with top-notch mentorship, help children appreciate the value of patience, perseverance and communication skills. The Whyte Labs community of tinkerers also helps kids take on a number of unique opportunities, such as working closely with the founders on new initiatives, collaborating on wild robotics projects and even volunteering to help teach workshops!

Summary of their programs:

Intro to Arduino: A Robot’s Brain is their entry-level, 3hr workshop to kickstart a robotics journey that equips children with the knowledge and skills needed to build the core part of any robot – its brain. Young tech enthusiasts learn fundamental elements of hardware electrical circuits, basic programming concepts, troubleshooting and debugging programs. By the end of this program, students will have developed their own little home automation system based on Arduino, one of the world’s most versatile prototyping platforms.

During the Walking Robots Bootcamps, little robot builders will be exposed to the practical learning experience with both the hardware and software aspects of robotics. The programs cover all aspects of a walking robot’s design, from the electronics, system architecture, algorithms of movement to the physics of walking and programming the robot to balance and walk. By the end of these bootcamps, young innovators will have built their own bio-inspired robots from the ground up.

For those who want to explore more sophisticated control, robot-soccer, create own 3D-printed robot parts, integrate new sensors, and make a robot even more intelligent, Whyte Labs has prepared also offers weekly Advanced Robotics classes.

To ignite your child’s imagination and welcome him or her to the fascinating world of cutting-edge technology with the guidance of Whyte Labs’ professional instructors, pleasecontact us.

Contact details: info@whytelabs.com, WhatsApp: +65 91633471

Location: Somerset and town area

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Empire Code

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Established in 2016, Empire Code is one of a few centres that holds a Certificate of Registration of School with the Singapore Ministry of Education and is a Microsoft in Education Global Training Partner. Designed to be fun and interesting, Empire Code’s curriculum enables even children as young as three years old to get to grips with coding. The individualised learning approach allows little ones to complete the curriculum at their own pace. What is more, Empire Code offers a flexi-time schedule so that parents can choose a preferred time slot during Empire code’s opening hours.

Hello World

Hello World programme is the ultimate way for children to get a taste of programming and computational thinking with fun! By experimenting with computer code on a tablet, children will hone their creative writing skills, learn science and math. Divided into two levels, Hello World I and Hello World II, the course helps little coders build a solid foundation of computer science.

Age group: 3-9

Duration: 20 hours/level

The Bot Empire

The Bot Empire introduces little learners to the fascinating world of robotics. During this programme, with a few lines of code and some patience, young tech enthusiasts will get their robots to complete various easy tasks. The Bot Empire is divided into several levels and covers all aspects of robot building, from brain development to hardware design. Through a fun and interactive learning process, little curious minds will take a leap in real-world team collaboration and design thinking.

Age group: 3-19

Duration: 20 hours/level

The Garage

For students, who are ready to explore the ins and outs of game design, user interface, web and mobile applications development, Empire Code has designed The Garage programme. The Garage curriculum includes a plethora of modules, from ones dedicated to coding in Minecraft and STEM skills, to those that introduce little programmers to Microsoft’s block programming language, JavaScript, Python and augmented reality.

Age group: 8-19

Duration: 20 hours/level

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STEM Institution

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STEM Institution was founded by three passionate educators from diverse backgrounds with more than 20 years of combined experience in the education industry. As STEM skills are becoming more and more necessary across all disciplines, STEM Institution strives to prepare children for a brighter future, equip them with a valuable skillset in STEM and the mentality of lifelong learners.

At STEM Institution, a wide range of weekly and holiday programmes are held for children as young as four years old. Each programme at STEM Institution incorporates design thinking with STEM knowledge and teaches young tech enthusiasts Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths in a fun and engaging way. STEM Institution’s curriculum includes design challenges to better prepare the next generation in becoming proficient problem solvers so that they can overcome any adversity they face in the future.

Weekly programmes from STEM Institutions cater for learners of all levels aged below twelve. Guided by professional teachers, learners start with basic courses of STEM before progressing to competition preparation programmes:

Holiday programmes from STEM Institution are the ultimate way to get your little one started on STEM. Be your children interested in game creation, coding, robotics or design, STEM Institution has it all. Holiday camps are suitable for children aged seven years old and above, with both online and physical classes available:

To give your children an educational advantage and enable them to turn challenges into learning opportunities with diverse programmes from STEM Institution, please contact us.

Locations:

• STEM Institution, 226 Upper Thomson Road
• 1, Pasir Ris Close, Downtown East E-Hub, #03-105
  Singapore 519599 (Opening soon in June 2022)
  

Contact details: +65 9244 0472
info@steminstitution.com

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Coding Lab

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Founded by a graduate from MIT and led by a global curriculum team, Coding Lab has been behind some of Singapore’s young award-winning coders. This includes international awards such as Best Coding Award at the Microsoft Minecraft Cup (Japan) and the MIT App Inventor Summit (USA), as well as national awards like the Youngest Medallist at the National Olympiad in Informatics and Champion of the IMDA National Hackathon.

Coding Lab ensures a headstart for your child in this digital age. Be it game creation, animation, app invention or Python coding, the comprehensive curriculum has something for everyone. Your child will get hands-on experience with bots, tinker with sensors and have the opportunity to take up electives that delve deeper into techs, such as Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. By integrating Singapore’s MOE syllabus in the curriculum, concepts learned in school are reinforced and brought to life through coding.

This further develops confidence and imparts the 21st-century skill of Computational Thinking by encouraging creativity and logical thinking.

As coding is the new literacy, Coding Lab caters to children aged 4 to 18, nurturing future leaders in technology. They hold weekly term classes each month, holiday camps and special two-hour themed workshops for parents and children. Their campuses are boardroom-style, and classes have a maximum teacher-student ratio of 1:8 to ensure that every child fully realizes his or her potential. Home-Based E-Learning classes are also available in the event where your child wants to learn via live stream from one of their handpicked tutors.

Age Group: 4 – 18;

Contact Details: +65 6528 2282, learntocode@codinglab.com.sg

Location:

• Parkway Parade: 80 Marine Parade Road, #10-06, Singapore 449269;
• 9 King Albert Park (KAP Mall), #02-21, Singapore 598332.

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The Lab Singapore

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Future-proof your child through Coding. The Lab empowers kids aged 5-16 with the Computational Thinking knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the future economy. Tutors of this class make Coding learning Fun and Easy. Discover the best learning experience for your child.

The Lab is not just any typical school. What The Lab brings to the table is a group of highly trained professionals, leading in their fields. The multi-disciplinary team is comprised of individuals with many years of experience in education and technology.

Their specially curated programs help enhance Computational Thinking skills including:

• Award-winning curriculum and verified by Singapore University of Technology and Design
• Increase logical and analytical skills
• Improve creativity
• Enhance STEM knowledge
• Develop spatial reasoning

Age Group: 5 – 16;

Contact Details: +65 8767 4557 (WhatsApp), contact@thelab.sg

Location: Katong V: 30 East Coast Rd #03-15/16 Singapore 428751, Wisteria Mall: 598 Yishun Ring Rd #01-35/36 Singapore 768698

Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube

Terra Minds

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Cutting-edge, entertaining and in-depth educational classes in Science, Robotics and Nature are a signature of Terra Minds. Award-winning programs turn your young explorers’ curiosity and activity into something more scientific.

Experienced and highly qualified tutors have a way with children and pay attention to student’s needs and skills. All classes are conducted at Parkway, Boogle and A-Star-Education Discovery Camps. Their programmes are also widely offered as enrichment in many preschools and primary schools.

Terra Minds offers a great set of Robotics programs:

Robot Atom

Robot Atom utilizes OID (Object identifiers) programming technology where tablets are not needed for programming a robot. The key element of this technology is the code cards with some actions recorded on them. Robot Atom scans these cards and performs the indexed actions. Code cards fit together like a puzzle, so children can create unique stories with their help. This activity develops logical and abstract thinking, attention and social skills.

Ages: 3 – 6;

Wonder Robots

This program utilizes award-winning Dash and Dot robots with multiple built-in motors, sensors, LEDs and audio capabilities. The perfect mixture of Coding and Science will show children how to complete different missions in interesting scenarios using robots they create. The fun part is accomplishing tasks by putting on cool accessories like a launcher, pen attachment and even a gripper!

Ages: 5 – 10;

LEGO WeDO 2.0

Do your children want to know more about how mechanisms or machines work? Are they interested in LEGO and robots? LEGO WeDo 2.0 programme combines all these things into one interesting project where your kids can build and program different robots using LEGO WeDo 2.0 kits.

Ages: 5 – 10;

Contact Details: +65 6926 8757, +65 9833 6282, info@terraminds.com.sg

Location:

• Parkway: 1 Marine Parade Central, #02-03, Singapore 449408;
• Boogle: 62 Bendemeer Rd, #06-66, Singapore 339939.

Discovery Camps:

• Novena: United Square 101 Thomson Road #04-22 Singapore;
• SJI International: 490 Thomson Road Singapore.

Social Media: Facebook

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