Advanced STEMbotics: Python Robotics
Advanced text-based Python robotics for KS3 to KS5 using LEGO Spike Prime. Real-world engineering applications with up to 30 students per session.
Curriculum Links
National Curriculum Alignment
This workshop directly supports the following curriculum areas.
Computer Science
Python programming, algorithms, data structures
Engineering
Control systems, sensor integration, mechatronics
Physics
Forces, motion, energy transfer
Careers Framework
Gatsby Benchmark Alignment
This workshop supports the following Gatsby Benchmarks for good career guidance, the framework used by schools and Ofsted to evaluate careers provision.
Learning from Career and Labour Market Information
Introduces students to career pathways in software engineering, robotics, and automation, sectors with strong labour market demand.
Linking Curriculum Learning to Careers
Connects Python programming, computer science, and engineering curriculum directly to professional skills used in robotics and software development careers.
Encounters with Employers and Employees
When delivered on behalf of RAF, MoD, or corporate partners, provides a meaningful employer encounter with career pathway messaging integrated throughout.
The Gatsby Benchmarks are the national framework for careers guidance in schools, embedded in statutory guidance and used by over 4,700 schools across England.
Learning Outcomes
What Students Will Achieve
- Write Python programs to control robot behaviour using LEGO Spike Prime
- Integrate multiple sensors and actuators through text-based code
- Apply algorithmic thinking to real-world problems
- Design and implement control systems
- Debug and optimise Python code for performance
- Connect robotics to industry applications
In the Classroom
Workshop in Action
Inclusivity & SEND
Supporting Every Learner
Our instructors have extensive experience working across different school environments, including mainstream, SEND, SEMH, alternative provision, pupil referral units, and special schools. Every activity is scaffolded and differentiated so that all learners can access the content, experience success, and develop confidence. We use adaptive teaching strategies, manage cognitive load carefully, and provide visual supports and learning mats. Schools can share specific needs in advance so we can plan accordingly. Advanced STEMbotics provides scaffolded Python exercises with worked examples, so students can progress at their own pace. Pair programming is encouraged, enabling peer support and collaborative problem-solving.
Group sizes: Up to 30 students per session to ensure quality instruction with text-based programming.
Gifted & Talented
Stretch and Challenge for High-Ability Learners
Every workshop includes built-in extension challenges designed to stretch gifted and talented students. Open-ended tasks, advanced programming objectives, and real-world problem-solving scenarios ensure high-ability learners are fully engaged alongside their peers.
- Tiered challenges allow students to progress at their own pace, from guided tasks to independent problem-solving
- Higher-order thinking through debugging, optimisation, and creative design challenges
- Competition pathways — workshops build skills relevant to FIRST LEGO League, Raspberry Pi competitions, Cyber Discovery, and CREST Awards
- Career connections — students discover how workshop skills translate into real engineering, computing, and science careers
Schools can share information about gifted and talented cohorts in advance so our instructors can prepare targeted extension activities.
Session Structure
Typical Workshop Day
Based on a Standard format (3 × 90-minute sessions). Timetables are flexible and adapted to your school day.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 07:45 – 09:00 | Hyett Education team arrives, sets up all equipment and prepares the workshop space |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Session 1: First class group (up to 30 students) |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | Changeover and break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Session 2: Second class group (up to 30 students) |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | Lunch break (1 hour) |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Session 3: Third class group (up to 30 students) |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | Session ends |
| 15:00 – 15:30 | Pack down all equipment. Nothing for school to do |
Workshop Formats
Choose Your Format
Choose the format that suits your school timetable. All formats include full setup and packdown by our team.
In-Depth Experience
4 hours per session
Build and code both humanoid and vehicle robots with full sensor integration
Standard Experience
2 hours per session
Build and code either a humanoid robot or vehicle robot with challenge mats
Extended Day
90 minutes per session
Three focused sessions reaching up to 90 students
Note: Up to 30 students per session to ensure quality instruction with text-based programming.
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