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Ages 8–11 · After-school AI clubs · Partnering with UK primary schools

Proposed ages 9–12

In development

AI Game Makers

Games, visual programming and interactive digital creations for explorers ready to build bigger projects.

This programme is not yet available

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What we're planning

AI Game Makers is being designed as a natural next step after Junior AI Explorers. The proposed course would take children deeper into game design: planning levels, programming characters with more complex behaviours, using simple AI ideas such as computer-controlled opponents, and running playtests with friends. Course length, format and pricing have not yet been set.

Likely themes

  • Game mechanics
  • Visual programming
  • Characters & levels
  • Playtesting

How it fits

Every AI Explorers programme shares the same principles: children create rather than consume, they learn how AI works and where it goes wrong, and they use technology safely under appropriate supervision.

Other programmes

  • Initial launch programme

    A six-week introduction to artificial intelligence and creative technology. Our flagship course, delivered as an after-school club at partner primary schools.

    • Machine learning
    • Creative coding
    • Game design
    • Responsible AI
    Explore the course
  • Proposed ages 12–14

    Young AI Innovators

    Future programme

    AI fundamentals, app prototypes, digital creativity and a responsible approach to generative AI.

    • AI fundamentals
    • App prototypes
    • Digital creativity
    • Generative AI ethics
    Read about this programme
  • Proposed ages 14–16

    Future AI Builders

    Future programme

    More advanced projects, automation and product development for teenagers who want to build real things.

    • Automation
    • Product design
    • Data projects
    • Team building
    Read about this programme