Robotics Competition & Teamwork

Build. Programme. Compete. Lead.
Develop robotics, engineering, teamwork and leadership skills through hands-on competition challenges.

Build, Programme & Compete

This hands-on programme gives learners the opportunity to build, programme and compete with robots while developing teamwork, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Learners explore robot design, sensors and autonomous navigation through exciting engineering challenges. Working in teams, they design, test, improve and compete with robots in a fun and supportive environment inspired by real robotics competitions.

What You'll Explore

Learners will develop practical skills in robot design, programming, sensors, autonomous navigation and engineering. Projects and challenges encourage learners to test ideas, identify problems, make improvements and work effectively as a team.

Coding is primarily block-based, allowing learners to focus on understanding robotics and developing solutions while building their confidence with programming.

Learning Requirements

Learners should be able to follow visual instructions, have basic computer skills and be willing to work as part of a team.

Learners should be committed to regular attendance and willing to continue developing their projects and skills at home between sessions.

Learners should also be comfortable following simple written and visual instructions and maintaining a basic engineering portfolio.

Competition Commitment

This programme is designed for learners who are interested in developing their robotics, engineering, teamwork and leadership skills, with opportunities to participate in robotics competitions.

Regular attendance is essential throughout the programme. Learners are expected to maintain an engineering portfolio and continue developing their skills and projects at home between sessions.

Participation in this course does not automatically qualify a learner for competition teams or events. Selection is based on attendance, commitment, teamwork, technical ability, readiness, behaviour and available team places.

Competition Preparation

Additional practice sessions may be required during weekdays, weekends or school holidays, particularly as competitions approach. These sessions may take place at different locations.

Families should be willing to travel to competitions and events, which may take place elsewhere in Scotland or other parts of the UK.

Travel & Additional Costs

Transportation, accommodation, meals, competition registration fees and other travel-related expenses are not included in the course fee unless explicitly stated.

Student-Led Robotics

Mentors and coaches provide guidance, support and technical advice. However, competition robots must be designed, built, programmed and tested primarily by the young people themselves.

Our student-led approach encourages independence, responsibility, creativity, teamwork and ownership of learning.

Showcase Your Work

Learners will have opportunities to share their projects and achievements with family and the wider First Step Robotics community through showcases, events and competitions.

Ready to Compete?

Build your skills, work as a team and take your robotics to the next level.