Safe, fun classes
Lessons feel like play, so children stay curious and keep coming back.
FUSE Education Award winners 2025/26
Young Ugandans are building the future, one robot at a time
Robokids Africa teaches children aged 6 to 16 robotics, coding and STEM through hands-on play, in public and private schools across Uganda.
Ages 6 to 16in three learning levels
25 learnersper class, so every child gets hands-on time
Public and privateschools where we teach
Irish Aidpartner in our teacher training project
Curious minds need the right tools
Uganda is full of young people bursting with curiosity and creativity. To reach their potential, they need access to the tools and chances that shape a future.
Coding and robotics are more than building robots or writing code. They teach children to solve problems, think critically, adapt to change and create. Those skills matter in every field, from healthcare and farming to teaching and business.
How we teach
Four things guide every lesson, in every school.
Teamwork
Learners solve challenges together and learn to share ideas and roles.
Hands-on learning
Every idea gets built and tested, which grows creativity and critical thinking.
Everyone included
Each child learns at their own pace in a supportive space, whatever their background.
Three levels, from first clicks to Python
Children move up as they grow in confidence. Fast learners can move up sooner.
Beginner
Ages 6 to 8
First steps with computers and STEM, spotting the code in everyday life, then building simple robot toys.
- Basic computer skills
- Everyday coding ideas
- Teamwork and creativity
Intermediate
Ages 9 to 11
Computational thinking comes into every lesson, with basic electronics, engineering and block-based programming.
- Visual block coding
- Sensors and simple circuits
- Design, build, test, improve
Advanced
Ages 12 and up
More complex robots and electronics, with text-based programming in Python and programmable kits such as Arduino.
- Python programming
- Arduino and microcontrollers
- Real-world projects
Winners of the FUSE Education Award 2025/26
The Federation of Uganda Social Enterprises recognised Robokids Africa in the Education category for our work bringing robotics, coding and digital skills to children. It spurs us on to give every child in Uganda the chance to compete with their peers anywhere in the world.
Projects you can support
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Ongoing, with Irish Aid
Teachers Training Project
Supported by Irish Aid, this project trains teachers to deliver robotics, coding and digital lessons themselves.
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In public schools
Robotics in public schools
We take robotics kits and lessons into public schools, where many children have few chances to use a computer.
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Every school holiday
Holiday camp places
Our holiday camps are where many children build their first robot. A sponsored place opens the door for a child whose family could not afford it.
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Partners
We work with organisations that share our belief in children and technology.
Questions parents and donors ask
What is robotics?
Robotics is the part of technology that covers designing, building, programming and using robots. For children it is a fun way into maths, science and problem-solving.
What is STEM education?
STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and maths, taught together rather than as separate subjects. With art added, it is often called STEAM.
What ages can join?
Beginners start at 6 to 8, intermediate learners are 9 to 11, and advanced learners are 12 to 16. Children who pick things up quickly can move up sooner.
How is my donation used?
You choose: training teachers, robotics kits and lessons in public schools, holiday camp places, or wherever the need is greatest. Every gift gets an emailed receipt.
Can our organisation give a grant online?
Yes. Choose "Grant" on the Donate page, enter your organisation's details and pay by card or mobile money. We send an acknowledgement letter on request.