Advanced Grades 7-9
The Advanced Curriculum for Grades 7–9 is a bold leap into real-world Robotics & Coding. Designed for learners ready to move beyond block coding, this course blends hands-on engineering with powerful digital skills. Learners apply design thinking and electronics to build smart systems, from medical aids to automated gardens. They also transition from block-based to text-based programming, developing confidence to write real code and build interactive digital experiences.
Curriculum Grades 7-9
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The Advanced Curriculum is a dynamic, future-focused Robotics & Coding programme designed for senior learners ready to tackle real-world challenges. Spanning Advanced Levels 1 to 3, it builds expertise in electronics, automation, and text-based programming using platforms like Arduino, Tinkercad, and Python. Learners engage in hands-on projects across key industries, from medical and agricultural technologies to transport and automation, gaining experience in diagnostics, simulations, assembly, and troubleshooting.
Aligned with CAPS and rich in 21st-century competencies, this curriculum strengthens problem-solving, computational thinking, logical reasoning, and digital literacy. Each level is supported by structured resources and practical lessons that empower learners to design, build, and programme with confidence, laying the foundation for innovation and engineering thinking in a technology-driven world.
All our CAPS-aligned books in the Apprentice series are proudly published in collaboration with Oxford University Press, ensuring high-quality educational content that meets national standards while inspiring innovation in every classroom. Every level includes a learner guide and educator guide, both complemented by digital resources on our learning platform.
Learner Dashboard
Arduino IDE
Python IDE
HTML/CSS IDE
Your Personal Learning Journey
The Apprentice Learner Dashboard is a personal launchpad for students' coding, robotics, and innovation journey. It provides a clear, leveled path with built-in gamification, transforming complex subjects into an exciting adventure. Students can easily access everything they need, from continuing their last module and using integrated development environments (IDEs) to checking their rank on the leaderboard and downloading certificates.
Clear Learning Path – Easy access to all courses in the homescreen
Flexible Learning Model – Complete courses independently or with your educator
Gamified Achievement – Earn points and climb live leaderboards
Integrated Coding Environments – Access all IDEs with a single click
Downloadable Certificates – Get official certificates for your achievements
Real Coding, Real Robotics, Real Results.
The full power of Arduino programming is now built directly into our learning platform, making coding and robotics more accessible, integrated, and immersive than ever before. With the industry-standard Arduino IDE embedded into every Advanced robotics lesson, learners and educators can move seamlessly from concept to code to creation, all within a single, streamlined environment. No more switching tabs, juggling logins, or troubleshooting software installations. Just uninterrupted learning, hands-on problem-solving, and high-impact projects powered by real code.
Integrated Text-Based Coding – Learners move from block-based logic into full script coding using embedded Arduino (.ino) files, starting with structured lessons that ease the transition.
Project-Driven Learning – Learners apply code to real robotics challenges, like automating a hand sanitiser dispenser or programming a line-following car, bridging theoretical knowledge and practical application.
Live Coding, Instant Feedback – Code is written, uploaded, and tested on hardware in real time, empowering rapid debugging, testing, and iteration.
From First Script to Game-Changing Creations.
Python is more than just a programming language, it's the gateway to modern innovation, powering everything from apps and AI to cybersecurity and game design. Now, learners can access the full potential of Python directly inside our platform. With a professional-grade Python IDE embedded in every Advanced lesson, students and educators can explore, code, and create without ever leaving the learning environment. It's seamless, accessible, and built to inspire real-world creativity.
Visual Python Foundations – Start coding with Turtle Graphics to create patterns, loops, and algorithms through dynamic, visual feedback that makes coding logic easy to grasp.
Build Interactive Games – Create a portfolio of classic arcade-style games with Pygame, including Rock Paper Scissors, Snake, and Breakout, mastering user input, game logic, and event-driven programming.
One Click, Full Power – No installations or external software, just a fully integrated Python IDE ready for learners to test, iterate, and bring their boldest ideas to life.
Where Ideas Become Interactive.
Designing for the web is more than code, it's creativity in action. That's why our platform includes a fully integrated HTML & CSS IDE that brings the entire web development process into one seamless experience. No switching tabs. No uploading files. Just an all-in-one environment where learners can structure, style, and launch websites, with live previews, instant feedback, and endless creative potential.
Master HTML Fundamentals – Learn how to structure web pages using tags, images, video embeds, and links, the essential building blocks of modern web design.
Style Like a Pro – Control colours, fonts, spacing, and layout with CSS. Learners explore design principles while crafting websites that look and feel polished.
Create Real Projects – Build personal portfolios, blog layouts, landing pages, and more, turning classroom lessons into professional-grade showcases.
Live Preview Coding – See your website take shape in real-time with side-by-side coding and output views that boost understanding and accelerate iteration.
Educator Dashboard
Training & Support
Assessments & Reporting
Your All-in-One Teaching Command Centre
The Educator Dashboard is your personal command center for teaching Coding & Robotics. It's designed to give every educator confidence, with everything you need just one click away. You can set up classrooms, assign learners, and issue certificates, all while accessing a full library of training and course resources. Features like gamification, a smart search, and quick start guides help new educators get up to speed fast. Use the portal to plan lessons, run classes, and track your school's progress.
Self-Paced Training – Easy access to all teacher training courses and information.
All Resources in One Place – Assessments, lesson plans, and educator guides.
Quick Start Video Guides – Step-by-step support for new users.
Direct Support – One-click contact with your school's retention agent.
Learn It. Teach It. Master It.
Our Teacher Training section, found under the Training tab, is your one-stop shop for mastering Coding & Robotics. With self-paced courses covering everything from building and programming to debugging and classroom management, educators can build confidence and upskill at their own pace. Throughout the year, each lesson includes a short instructional video, created by experienced educators, to provide tips, background knowledge, and teaching guidance.
Self-Paced Courses – Build technical skills step by step, anytime.
Instructional Videos – Short, guided clips in each lesson to help educators teach with confidence.
Always Growing – New training modules added regularly.
Educator-Created Content – Built by educators, for educators.
Assess with Purpose. Teach Smarter.
Assessments are woven into our LMS, giving you powerful tools to track student progress and align with the CAPS curriculum. From in-lesson quizzes to baseline and endline evaluations, assessments are right where you need them to fit your teaching flow. Crafted by experienced educators based on Bloom's Taxonomy, they go beyond simple recall to provide meaningful insights and support long-term growth. Plus, our ever-expanding library ensures you always have fresh, relevant content.
CAPS-Compliant Assessment Variety – Formative and summative tasks tailored to curriculum needs.
Effortless Progress Tracking – View individual and class results through your educator dashboard.
Educator-Created, Insight-Driven – Designed by educators using Bloom's Taxonomy for deeper thinking.
Constantly Expanding Library – New assessments and resources added throughout the year.
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