Intermediate STEMbotics: Robotics & Coding
Intermediate robotics workshop for KS2 to KS3. Block-based programming with LEGO Spike Prime and EV3, advanced robot builds, sensors, and challenge mats.
Curriculum Links
Curriculum Links
These are relevant curriculum areas. Exact links depend on the cohort, delivery jurisdiction and booked format.
Computing
Variables, selection, repetition, block-based programming, sensor input
Design & Technology
Engineering design process, sensor integration
Mathematics
Angles, measurement, data handling
Careers Framework
Gatsby Benchmark Alignment
This workshop can contribute to the following Gatsby Benchmarks within a school's wider careers programme.
Linking Curriculum Learning to Careers
Links computing, science, and design & technology curriculum to careers in robotics, automation, and engineering.
Encounters with Employers and Employees
Applies only when an employer or employee joins a two-way encounter with pupils and the activity includes reflection. Partner branding or a themed workshop alone does not qualify.
Benchmark 5 applies only where an employer or employee takes part in two-way interaction with pupils and the encounter includes reflection. Partner branding or a themed activity alone does not meet that benchmark.
The Gatsby Benchmarks are the national framework for good careers guidance and are referenced in statutory guidance for schools in England.
Learning Outcomes
What Students Will Achieve
- Build and program robots with sensors and actuators using LEGO Spike Prime or EV3
- Write block-based programs with variables, loops, and conditional logic
- Apply the engineering design process to solve real-world challenges
- Use sensor data to control robot behaviour
- Analyse and debug complex block-based programs
- Work as a team to solve open-ended engineering challenges
In the Classroom
Workshop in Action
Inclusivity & SENDSupporting 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. Intermediate STEMbotics uses block-based coding which provides a visual, intuitive programming environment. Students can see the logic of their programs laid out visually, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. Activities are scaffolded with learning mats, modelled examples, and progressive challenge levels.
Group sizes: Capacity varies by key stage: up to 60 pupils per session in KS2 or 40 in KS3. Across four sessions, that is up to 240 KS2 pupils or 160 KS3 pupils.
Gifted & TalentedStretch and Challenge for High-Ability Learners
Workshop data identifies extension activities where they are available. Schools can share the cohort profile in advance so the instructor can discuss suitable challenge, grouping and adjustments for the booked format.
- 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 the Standard Experience format: 3 sessions of 90 minutes each. Exact times and breaks are agreed with the school.
| Stage | Activity |
|---|---|
| Before Session 1 | Hyett Education arrives and sets up the specialist workshop equipment in the space prepared by the school |
| Session 1 (90 minutes) | Class group 1 (up to 60 (KS2) / 40 (KS3) pupils) |
| Between Sessions 1 and 2 | Changeover or break, as agreed with the school |
| Session 2 (90 minutes) | Class group 2 (up to 60 (KS2) / 40 (KS3) pupils) |
| Between Sessions 2 and 3 | Changeover or break, as agreed with the school |
| Session 3 (90 minutes) | Class group 3 (up to 60 (KS2) / 40 (KS3) pupils) |
| After Session 3 | Hyett Education packs down its workshop equipment; the school retains its normal site and pupil-supervision duties |
Workshop Formats
Choose Your Format
Choose the format that suits your school timetable. All formats include full setup and packdown by our team.
All-Day Experience
4-4.5 hours per session
One extended session for a single large group (KS2)
In-Depth Experience
2 hours per session
Two focused sessions for deeper exploration (KS2)
Standard Experience
90 minutes per session
Three sessions reaching more students (KS2)
Taster Experience
60 minutes per session
Short introductions for maximum reach (KS2)
Note: Capacity varies by key stage: up to 60 pupils per session in KS2 or 40 in KS3. Across four sessions, that is up to 240 KS2 pupils or 160 KS3 pupils.
School Reviews
What Schools Say
Students were really engaged and enjoyed the activities. Great feedback from the students and staff involved.
Children loved it. It was very engaging and well adapted to the pupils. The Year 6 pupils loved building on what they had learnt last year.
Great expert knowledge. Hands on and very interactive. Children very enganged and happy.
What a brilliant robotics workshop! Anthony provided fantastic communication and checked in with us throughout the day to ensure everything ran smoothly. The resources were excellent and the delivery was spot on; so clear that every single child was fully engaged and knew exactly what to do. The mini-plenaries were perfect for checking understanding along the way and the afternoon challenge provided a fantastic stretch for our pupils. Plus, the curriculum coverage was absolutely perfect. Thank you for an amazing day!
What a brilliant robotics workshop! The resources were excellent, and the delivery was spot on—so clear that every single child was fully engaged and knew exactly what to do. The mini-plenaries were perfect for checking understanding along the way, and the afternoon challenge provided a fantastic stretch for our pupils. Plus, the curriculum coverage was absolutely perfect.
Students really enjoyed the session and found a real sense of achievement when they were able to build and programme their vehicles. One student’s initial reaction was ‘this is going to be boring’ but in a very short space of time he was engrossed and working with his team mate to problem solve the angles to follow the route. We have used STEMbotics for our last few events and I will book again for next year.
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