EXPLORE Series

Programming lessons for K-12 institutions

Overview

The EXPLORE Series provides schools with semester-long programming courses for students of all ages.

Younger students are taught block-based languages such as Scratch and Hopscotch; older students learn more advanced content using Python and MIT App Inventor. Each course is led by one or more of our trained instructors.

Our Values

Sustainability

Continuity is important for early-stage learners; our courses run in semesters, not weeks. By providing a structured curriculum that progresses incrementally, we maximise student understanding and avoid cognitive overload.

Versatility

Our courses are not “one size fits all”, as we understand the diverse needs of schools. We communicate closely with each client to deliver a fully customised curriculum. We are also happy to discuss integrations with other academic subjects.

Inclusion

Our mission is not to produce an army of computer scientists. Our lessons teach programming with a focus on algorithmic thinking and problem-solving. We want students to become holistic individuals; the skills they gain are transferable to any field of study they may later pursue.

Our Offerings

We conduct our courses using different platforms, depending on the age group and specific learning objectives.

Hopscotch

Hopscotch

Lower Primary

A minimalistic, intuitive interface for iPad that allows students to start programming from an early age.

Scratch

Scratch

Upper Primary

A full-featured block-based online platform for making games and interactive presentations.

App Inventor

App Inventor

Secondary

A visual programming language for creating Android applications. Prototype and test with real devices on the fly.

Python

Python

Secondary

A powerful, versatile programming language, suitable for making a simple platform game, or taking the first steps in data science.

Learn More

See how your school can integrate a computer science education into its curriculum.