Kids Sports
Want to become a ping-pong extraordinaire? come along and practise your techniques! Team building and play we will be playing capture the flag and a bunch of fun games to make you laugh and get your heart pumping. Come join in the fun
History
Step back in time with our 12-session interactive history programme, exploring life in a medieval castle during peace and siege! Journey through the feudal system, castle layouts, and the roles of knights, peasants, and nobles. Uncover secrets of castle defence, siege warfare, and the ingenious weapons used to attack and protect these mighty fortresses. Dive into daily life, from feasts in the Great Hall to the challenges of medieval hygiene, and discover the fun and games that kept castle dwellers entertained. Conclude by designing your own medieval story in this hands-on, engaging exploration of the Middle Ages—perfect for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike!
Tech Explorers Workshop
Combining hands-on activities in Minecraft Education and Roblox Studio to build creativity, coding skills, and teamwork. Alternating between team-based Minecraft building challenges and collaborative game development in Roblox, progressively enhancing technical abilities and problem-solving strategies. By the end of the course, we will have gained experience in coding, game design, and creative collaboration, culminating in a final showcase of our skills.
History Club
Week 1: “Welcome to the Castle!”
Step back in time and discover the bustling world of a medieval castle. Meet the people who lived there, from noble lords to hard-working peasants. Get ready to explore!
Week 2: “The Feudal System: Who’s the Boss?”
Dive into the fascinating system that kept medieval society running. Learn how loyalty and land made the world go round in Norman England.
Week 3: “Secrets of the Great Hall”
From feasts to fierce debates, the Great Hall was the heart of the castle. Find out what really went on and what made this room so important.
Week 4: “Knights and Chivalry: Code of Honour”
Sharpen your sword skills (virtually!) and uncover the life of a knight. What did chivalry really mean, and how did knights prepare for battle?
Week 5: “Peasants and Porridge: A Day in the Life”
Experience a peasant’s world as you learn about their daily grind, from farming the fields to cooking meals fit for survival.
Week 6: “Defence 101: Building a Castle”
What made castles the ultimate fortress? Explore the clever designs, from moats to murder holes, that kept attackers out.
Week 7: “Siege Survival: When the Enemy Attacks”
Could you survive a medieval siege? Find out how castles were defended—and how attackers tried to break in!
Week 8: “The Art of the Attack: Weapons of War”
From trebuchets to battering rams, discover the powerful tools used to bring castles to their knees during a siege.
Week 9: “Castle Life: The Good, the Bad, and the Smelly”
Peek into the daily lives of castle dwellers. What did they eat? Where did they sleep? And how did they keep clean (or not!)?
Week 10: “Medieval Entertainment: Fun and Games”
Discover how people had fun in the Middle Ages. From tournaments to troubadours, get ready to explore their wild world of entertainment.
Week 11: “The End of an Era: Castles in Decline”
What led to the fall of the mighty castle? Explore how changing technology and times made these fortresses less important.
Week 12: “Your Medieval Story: Create Your Own Castle Adventure”
Bring everything together as you design your own castle and story. Will you thrive in peaceful times or stand strong during a siege? You decide!
Kids Tech
Week 1 Plan
Minecraft Building Challenge
Working in small teams, we will design and build a structure based on a creative brief. This session focuses on teamwork, time management, and generating ideas together.
Week 2 Plan
Minecraft Education – Intro to Coding. Learning coding fundamentals, we will explore loops and conditionals. Beginners will use block-based coding, while those with more experience automate tasks in Python. Emphasis is on computational thinking and problem-solving.
Week 3 Plan
Roblox Studio – Game Concept Development
In pairs, we will develop concepts for a Roblox game or experience, focusing on storytelling, player interaction, and visual design. This session includes creating an initial world layout using basic tools in Roblox Studio.
Week 4 Plan
Roblox Studio – Game Building Basics
Exploring the mechanics of building in Roblox Studio, we will learn to use objects, manipulate properties, and apply simple scripts. Collaboration will help divide tasks effectively.
Week 5 Plan
Roblox Studio – Scripting for Interactivity
Adding interactivity to our games, we will write scripts for actions like player movement, triggers, and collectibles. This session introduces the basics of Lua programming and debugging techniques.
Week 6 Plan
Minecraft Team Building Challenge – Redstone Adventures
Teams will incorporate Redstone mechanisms to add functionality to their builds. This session highlights creativity and engineering problem-solving.
Week 7 Plan
Minecraft Team Building Challenge – Biome Builders
Designing custom biomes to match a specific theme. We will focus on environmental storytelling and aesthetics.
Week 8 Plan
Minecraft Education – Advanced Coding Challenges
Taking on new coding challenges, we will build on prior skills. Beginners will expand their block coding abilities, while advanced coders refine Python algorithms. Emphasis is on coding logic and innovation.
Week 9 Plan
Roblox Studio – Adding Game Objectives
Integrating objectives into our Roblox games, we will add elements like score tracking, levels, or rewards. This session focuses on enhancing gameplay dynamics and user engagement.
Week 10 Plan
Roblox Studio – Debugging and Refinement
Troubleshooting games to fix bugs, optimize performance, and polish visual details, we will use peer feedback to guide improvements and foster collaborative problem-solving.
Week 11 Plan
Roblox Studio – Playtesting and Final Tweaks
Playtesting each other’s games, we will provide constructive feedback and make final adjustments. This session emphasizes iterative design and refining user experiences.
Week 12 Plan
Minecraft Team Building Challenge – Grand Showcase
Creating a collaborative mega-build that represents our journey in Tech Club, we will focus on teamwork, creativity, and reflection.
We ask your child/teen to bring the following to all workshops:
*Laptop/Tablet/Handheld Gaming Device with any relevant programs downloaded
* Pens & pencils as well as sharpeners and rubbers
* Note book
* Water bottle
* Snacks for breaks (no sweets please)
We also ask your child/teen to bring the following club specific items:
Workshop Leader
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Max has a BSc in Mathematical Science and Computer Science. Fluent in English and Spanish with intermediate Italian skills In education, since 2004 Max taught English working with various age groups focusing on creative language using themed activities for immersion. His commitment to youth extended to the Air Training Corps, where they instructed cadets in aviation studies, fieldcraft, and adventure training. He has also worked as a Children’s Entertainer captivating young audiences with immersive storytelling. They also contributed significantly to the quiz industry, managing events, creating content, and working on TV game shows Max's theatrical journey also includes roles as Site Manager, Stage Manager, Performer, and Director in immersive theatre productions., videography in film production.View all posts
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Greg is a seasoned academician with over 15 years of extensive experience in teaching maths, basic sciences and history. He has earned a first degree in Science. Greg served as a teacher for the Brighton and Hove Museum service, where he conducted sessions on science, history, as well as natural history to visiting student groups at Brighton Museum, Booth Museum, and Hove Museum. His commitment to education is further reinforced by his participation in immersive experiences, such as portraying The Prince Regent at the Royal Pavilion, Mr. Fogg at Phileas Fogg's World of Adventures and serving as the Captain during the Titanic Experience.View all posts