Coding & Robotics Level 3 (Grade 4–6)

The Course Introduction 

The Coding, Robotics & Digital Innovation course for Grade 4–6 introduces learners to coding, robotics, digital creativity, and problem-solving through fun and practical projects. Aligned with the Kenyan CBC/CBE curriculum, the program helps learners develop computational thinking, creativity, teamwork, and digital literacy skills using platforms such as Scratch, Blockly, and beginner robotics kits.

Learners explore concepts such as algorithms, loops, conditionals, animations, game design, robotics, and digital citizenship while creating interactive stories, games, and simple robotic projects. The course builds confidence in technology use and provides a strong foundation for future learning in coding, STEM, robotics, and digital innovation.

Course Objectives for Coding & Robotics Level 3 (Grade 4–6)

By the end of the Coding & Robotics Level 3 (Grade 4–6) course, learners should be able to:

• Demonstrate confidence in using computers, tablets, and digital learning tools safely and responsibly.
• Apply intermediate coding concepts such as sequencing, loops, events, variables, conditions, and debugging in digital projects.
• Create interactive animations, games, quizzes, and stories using block-based coding platforms such as Scratch and Blockly.
• Develop logical thinking and computational problem-solving skills through coding challenges and practical activities.
• Design and build simple robotics and automation projects using motors, sensors, and programmable devices.
• Understand basic robotics concepts including movement, control, input, output, and automation.
• Follow project design processes to plan, create, test, and improve coding and robotics projects.
• Work collaboratively in teams during coding, robotics, and STEM-based activities.
• Demonstrate creativity and innovation through digital design, storytelling, and robotics construction projects.
• Develop perseverance and critical thinking while troubleshooting coding and robotics problems.
• Explore beginner text-based programming concepts through age-appropriate coding activities.
• Apply STEM concepts in real-world problem-solving and invention projects.

Course Audience for Coding & Robotics Level 3 (Grade 4–6)

This course is designed for:

• Learners in Grade 4 to Grade 6 following the Kenyan Competency-Based Education (CBE/CBC) curriculum.

• Children aged approximately 9–12 years.

• Learners interested in coding, robotics, STEM, engineering, gaming, and technology innovation.

• Pupils with basic computer or beginner coding experience who want to advance their digital and robotics skills.

• Young learners who enjoy hands-on, practical, and project-based learning activities.

• Schools, coding academies, robotics clubs, holiday bootcamps, and STEM learning centers offering technology programs for upper primary learners.

• Parents seeking to equip their children with future-ready skills in coding, robotics, creativity, critical thinking, and digital innovation.

• Learners preparing for advanced studies in programming, robotics, engineering, artificial intelligence, and other STEM-related pathways.