Try a Robotics & Coding Class for the Price of a Cup of Coffee

A $10 1-hour hands-on robotics & coding trial class for beginners aged 6–14. No experience needed.

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Try a real term class before you commit — just $10, no obligation.

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Robotics & Coding Class — Trial Session

8–12 yearsBeginnerSaturday, 12 September 20262:30 – 3:30 pm$10 Trial

A step up for 8–12s: in one hands-on hour your child codes and commands a real robot through proper challenges — predicting, testing and debugging like an engineer instead of scrolling. It’s $10, everything is provided, no experience is needed, and groups are capped at 15. See if it’s their thing before committing to the 8-week term — most kids leave asking when they can come back.

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Robotics & Coding Class (Ages 6–8) — Trial Session

6–8 yearsBeginnerSaturday, 12 September 202610:30 – 11:30 am$10 Trial

One hour, no screens — your child brings their very first robot to life through storytelling and “what happens if…?” predictions. A session full of firsts, built just for 6–8s: their own room, a dedicated instructor and a small group, so even shy first-timers feel at home in minutes. It’s $10, everything is provided, no experience needed. If they light up — and they usually do — the 8-week term picks up right where the trial ends.

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From Game Player to Game Creator — Trial Session

8–13 yearsBeginnerSaturday, 12 September 20261:15 – 2:15 pm$10 Trial

Your child already spends hours playing video games — this one-hour trial shows them they can build one instead. They’ll design and code their first playable game and walk out proudly showing you what they made. It’s $10, laptops are provided, no experience needed, and spots are capped at 15. Game time is going to happen anyway — it might as well build a skill.

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Introduction Classes

Perfect for beginners! Our intro classes provide a gentle introduction to coding and robotics concepts.

Duration

1-hour sessions

Age Range

6-14 years

In our beginner-friendly classes, your child will:

  • No prior experience required
  • Age-appropriate learning materials
  • Small class sizes for personalized attention
  • Hands-on activities with micro:bit
  • Basic programming concepts
  • Introduction to sensors and motors
$10 TRIAL

Watch our intro class in action

Hands-on learning with micro:bit robots

Trial class FAQ

Everything parents usually ask before booking a first session.

How much does the trial class cost?
Just $10 — about the price of a cup of coffee. It’s a real 1-hour term class, designed to help families see the teaching style and experience before choosing a term class or workshop, with no obligation to enrol.
What happens in the trial class?
Kids get a guided, hands-on introduction where they build, code, test and debug a small project—so you can see how we teach.
Should my child try Robotics or Game Design?
There’s no wrong pick — both build the same core skills: coding, logic and step-by-step problem-solving. Rule of thumb: if your child loves playing video games, try Game Design — they’ll design and code their own playable game. If they love machines, gadgets and seeing things move in the real world, try Robotics — they’ll code and command a real robot. Both trials run on the same Saturday, so kids aged 8+ can even do both back-to-back (Game Design 1:15 pm, Robotics 2:30 pm) and decide for themselves.
What ages is the trial best for?
The trial is typically best for ages 6–14. If you’re unsure, book a spot and we’ll help you pick the best fit.
Does my child need any experience?
No experience is required. We start with fundamentals and support each child at their pace.
What should my child bring?
For in-person trials, we provide the equipment. Just bring your child ready to build and experiment.
Can parents stay during the trial?
It depends on the venue and session format. If you need to stay, let us know and we’ll guide you on the best option.
What if we can’t make it after booking?
Contact us as early as you can at [email protected] or 0426 693 283 and we’ll help you reschedule based on availability. We keep changes simple.
Are your educators child-safe checked and insured?
Yes. All ThinkerLab facilitators hold a current Victorian Working With Children Check (WWCC), we carry public liability insurance, and we follow a documented child safety policy aligned with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
Where do trial classes run?
We run sessions in Melbourne’s west, including Caroline Springs and Melton. Tell us your suburb when you book and we’ll match you with the closest upcoming session.
What’s the next step after the trial?
If your child enjoys it — and most do — you can join an 8-week term class for steady week-by-week progression, or book a school holiday workshop for a shorter taste. We’ll recommend the right level based on what we see in the trial.
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What Happens Next

After the Trial, Pick Your Path

No pressure either way — but if your child walks out asking when they can come back, here's where to go.

One-off fun

July School Holiday Workshops

Build, code and race robots in a single session at Caroline Springs (4 July) or Melton Library (11 July). Perfect for keeping the spark alive between terms.

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Weekly progression

8-Week Term Classes

Structured weekly classes where skills build week on week — small groups, real projects, a take-home STEM kit and a final showcase you're invited to. $350/term ($39.99/class).

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