AI, STEM, Robotics and Coding Classes,
Where the Skills Go Beyond the Classroom 

Every Saturday this term, children aged 4 to 14 spend the morning building real robots, writing real code and creating with AI, with each new week ready to go further. Term 1 runs from 12 September to 14 November 2026, in small groups grouped by age, so a first-time beginner and a returning student both learn at exactly the right level.

Sessions run on site at Rove Downtown and Studio One, Dubai. Whether your child is drawn to robotics, coding or artificial intelligence, each Saturday turns that curiosity into a skill they can actually use, one they carry into the next project, the next class, and the world beyond it.

Saturday Programme Overview

Term 1 - Starting from 12 September, 2026

Timings
10:00am – 3:00pm
90 mins per programme
Venues
Rove Downtown
Studio One Hotel
Small Groups
Hands-on learning with
personalised attention
Little Explorers
Ages 4–6
Robotics for Little Explorers
Big ideas, small hands. Using LEGO Education SPIKE Essential, children build their first working robots with real motors and sensors, then bring them to life with simple, picture based coding. Along the way they learn how machines sense, move and respond, and they discover that getting it wrong is just part of getting it right. 
Little Engineers
Engineering, one adventure at a time. Every few weeks brings a new theme, space, animal habitats, light and the sun, or a story the children already love, and each one comes with something to design and build. They plan it, test it, watch it fail, and make it better. That is the engineering design process, and they learn it long before they learn the words for it. 
Science Experiments
The messy, memorable kind of science. Children run a real experiment every week, from erupting reactions to floating, sinking and growing things, and they learn to predict what will happen before they find out. Curiosity first, explanations second, and always something to talk about at home. 
Future Ready
Ages 7–9
Robotics for Future Ready
Real robots, real problem solving. Using LEGO Education robotics, students move from mechanics and stable structures to robots that sense their surroundings and make their own decisions. Every stage ends with a challenge to solve, and the robot either works or it does not, which is the most honest feedback a child can get. 
STEM Engineers
Design it, build it, hold it in your hands. Students take on engineering and science challenges the way real engineers do, from load bearing structures and simple machines to designing their own parts in 3D software and printing them on our 3D printer. Watching a thing you drew on a screen come out solid is the moment most children remember. 
AI for Young Minds
Artificial intelligence, learned by using it. Students work with AI tools to make images, stories, music and small projects of their own, and they see for themselves where AI gets things wrong. They finish knowing what AI actually is, how to use it safely and well, and where a human still has to do the thinking. 
Real World Ready
Ages 10–14
Working with AI
From using AI tools well, to building their own AI assistants, to creating with agentic AI, to vibe coding, where they describe an app and build it with AI alongside them. They also make real things, images, video and audio, and finish the term with a project of their own. This is the class that filled our summer boot camp, now every Saturday. 
First LEGO League
 One team. One season. A real international competition. Our students train together every Saturday to compete in FIRST LEGO League, building and coding an autonomous robot, researching a real world innovation project, and presenting to judges at the regionals. Places are limited and the season runs to the finals, so this is a commitment worth making together. 
Young Entrepreneurs
From idea to pitch in ten weeks. Students find a problem worth solving, test it with real people, work out what it costs and what it earns, and build a pitch they deliver in front of an audience on the final Saturday. They leave with a business plan, and with the confidence that comes from having stood up and defended it. 

Saturday Classes Fees

Our all-inclusive prices for are shown below. 
We also offer sibling or group discounts as well as a reduced fee if you register your child(ren).

 
AED 1,150
(Excl. VAT) | Per Child Per Program (Discounts for Siblings and Multi-program Available)

- Program Timings:
Program 1: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Program 2: 11:45 am - 1:15 pm
Program 3: 1:30 pm - 3 pm

  • 10% Multi-Program discount (Register for 2 or more programs)
  • 15% Sibling discount (2nd child onwards).
  • Credit Card Payments

Core Programs

 

Little Explorers Programs - Ages 4 to 6

Term II - January to March 2025

Start Date: 18th January 2025
End Date: 22nd March 2025
 
Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
& Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 
Fees:
AED 1,150 per student (with flexible payment option: 3-month instalment)
 

In our Term 1 programs for the Little Explorers group, children aged 4 to 6 will dive into the exciting world of Coding and Robotics. Through interactive storytelling and problem-solving activities, we use mTiny, Lego Education, and Scratch to spark their curiosity and creativity. Kids will engage in hands-on learning experiences, allowing them to learn at their own pace and unleash their imaginations.

Please see the list of programs available below.  If you'd like to register for more than one program, additional discounts are provided.

If you'd like to register for more than one robotics class for kids, additional discounts are provided. If you have a second child or are registering for more than one program, we provide a 20% discount for each family.

Example:  
1 Program = AED 595 per program; 2 Programs = AED 476 per program  

Prices are exclusive of VAT

 

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Robotics and Engineering with Lego WeDo 2.0

Little Explorers (Ages 4 to 6)

11am to 12:30pm 

Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Dive into robotics classes in Dubai by building and programming simple models using WeDo 2.0, focusing on mechanical engineering and teamwork.

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

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Creative Coding with Scratch Jr. 

Little Explorers (Ages 4 to 6)

12:45pm to 2:15pm

Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Unleash creativity by designing interactive stories, animations, and simple games using Scratch Jr., while learning the basics of coding and storytelling.

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

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Adventures in Coding with mTiny 

Little Explorers (Ages 4 to 6)

3pm to 4:30pm

Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Explore basic coding concepts with mTiny through interactive story maps, problem-solving activities, and creative storytelling exercises.

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

Juniors Programs - Ages 7 to 9

Term 1, Part II - October to November 2024

Start Date: 26th October 2024
End Date: 23rd November 2024
 
Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
& Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 
Fees:
AED 595 per program with 15% Sibling Discounts available for families
 

In our Term 1 programs for Juniors age group, children aged 7 to 9 will engage in the development of technology to replicate real life scenarios and challenges to find solutions.  Creativity and imagination underpinned by logic and process will be encouraged through each program.  Engineering and 3D design will also form a part of our programming this term. 

Please see the list of programs available below.  If you'd like to register for more than one program, additional discounts are provided.

If you'd like to register for more than one robotics class for kids, additional discounts are provided. If you have a second child or are registering for more than one program, we provide a 20% discount for each family.

Example:  
1 Program = AED 595 per program; 2 Programs = AED 476 per program  

Prices are exclusive of VAT

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3D Design & Prototyping

Junior Program (Ages 7 to 9)

11pm to 12:30pm

Venue: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Develop 3D design skills by creating custom puzzles, wearable tech, architectural models, and innovative products, followed by 3D printing and testing.

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

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Engineering Marvels with LEGO-technic-based product

Junior Program (Ages 7 to 9)

12:45pm to 2:15pm

Venue: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Discover the principles of engineering by building and testing complex mechanisms, designing structures, and exploring renewable energy concepts.

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

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Robotic Wildlife Conservation with mBot

Junior Program (Ages 7 to 9)

3pm to 4:30pm

Venue: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

In this younger group, we engage in environmental science by programming mBot to simulate wildlife conservation tasks, such as anti-poaching patrols and habitat restoration projects as part of our robotics courses in Dubai. 

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

Advanced Programs - Ages 10 to 14

Term 1, Part II - October to November 2024

Start Date: 26th October 2024
End Date: 23rd November 2024
 
Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
& Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 
Fees:
AED 595 per program with 15% Sibling Discounts available for families
 

In our Term 1 robotics classes in Dubai for the Advanced age group, students aged 10 to 14 will engage in the development of technology to replicate real-life scenarios and challenges to find sustainable real-world solutions. Creativity and imagination underpinned by logic and process will be encouraged through each program.

Please see the list of programs available below.  If you'd like to register for more than one program, additional discounts are provided.

If you'd like to register for more than one robotics class for kids, additional discounts are provided. If you have a second child or are registering for more than one program, we provide a 20% discount for each family.

Example:  
1 Program = AED 595 per program; 2 Programs = AED 476 per program  

Prices are exclusive of VAT

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Innovative Robotics with EV3

Advanced Program (Ages 10 to 14)

11am to 12:30pm

Venue: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Build and program robots to solve real-world challenges, such as autonomous vehicles, agricultural robots, and rescue missions, using the advanced EV3 kit in this more advanced robotics class for kids. 

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

smart city

Smart Cities Engineering with Unikobo

Advanced Program (Ages 10 to 14)

12:45pm to 2:15pm

Venue: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Explore urban planning by designing and programming smart city infrastructure using customized Arduino kits, focusing on sustainability and real-world problem-solving.

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

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Wearable Technology & Digital Fashion

Advanced Program (Ages 10 to 14)

3pm to 4:30pm

Venue: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 

Combine electronics and fashion by creating interactive, responsive wearables using Microbit and Chibi Chips, and showcase your creations in a digital fashion show

AED 595 / pro-rated for late starters

NCFE UK Accreditation Programs

Level 1, Module 1 - September to November 2024

Venue:  Rove Trade Centre Hotel or Online sessions for groups are available for the following programs

Level 1, Module 1 - September to November 2024 Level 1, Module 2 - January to March 2024

Start Date: 21st September 2024

End Date: 30th November 2024

Total Sessions: 11 sessions 

Total hours: 16.5 hours

Timings:  11am to 12:30pm OR 1pm to 2:30pm

Fees: AED 500 for NCFE Registration & AED 1,500

Start Date: 11th January 2025

End Date: 15th March 2025

Total Sessions: 9 sessions + Assessment

Total hours: 13.5 hours

Timings: 11am to 12:30pm OR 1pm to 2:30pm

Fees: AED 1,000
 

Option 1:  3D GAME DESIGN WITH UNREAL ENGINE

In this course, students will learn how to design their own 3D Games using Unreal Engine 4. Unreal Engine 4 is used by professional game design studios. In fact, your child’s favourite games such as Fortnite, Rocket League, Star Wars, Batman & Street Fighter, were all made with Unreal Engine 4. By the end of the course, students will have a completed game, which they can share with family and friends.

Their game will also be an outstanding piece of the portfolio that will impress at any potential school or college interview!  The course will also improve your child’s soft skills, such as creative thinking and problem-solving and will boost their self-esteem.

In this course, students will learn technical skills such as:

  • 3D Level Design 
  • Game Logic 
  • Enemies & Hazards
  • Visual Scripting 
  • Character Implementation
Level 1
UNIT 1: 3D Level Design & Interactive Functionalities
UNIT 2: 3D Modelling, Materials & Texturing
UNIT 3: 3D Game Level Management & Shipping
 
______________________________________________________________________________
 

Option 2:  GAME DESIGN WITH PYTHON PROGRAMMING 

In this course, students will learn how to code their own Games using Python.

Python is used by professional tech giants. In fact, your child’s favourite tech companies such as Microsoft, NASA, Google, Facebook & Netflix, all use Python in their development processes.  By the end of the course, students will have completed multiple games and projects, which they can share with family and friends.  Their projects will also be an outstanding piece of the portfolio that will impress at any potential school or college interview!

The course will also improve your child’s soft skills, such as creative thinking, and problem-solving and will boost their self-esteem.

In this course, students will learn technical skills such as:

  • Coding Principles
  • Game Programming
  • App Development 
  • Object-Oriented Programming
Level 1
UNIT 1: Programming Principles
UNIT 2: Programming approaches for the creation of a video game
UNIT 3: Understanding Quality Assurance Techniques
 

Hardware Requirements (For Each Student)

Game Design using Python Programming (NCFE)

Any Windows laptop with Windows 10 or 11

3D Game Design using Unreal Engine (NCFE)

At least Windows 10 OS

Quad Core Intel or AMD

2.5 GHz processor

8 GB RAM

DirectX 11 or 12 compatible Graphics Card

Other Requirements: 

Student Identity Card with DOB

Emirates ID / Passport

(For registration with NCFE, UK)

Minimum Age to enrol for these courses

10 Years

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Students must bring their own devices. Pure Minds Academy can provide laptops on a rental basis @AED 500 per laptop rent + AED 2,000 deposit

NCFE Accredited Courses for 10 to 17 Year Olds

Pure Minds Academy is proud to be a satellite training centre exclusively approved by NCFE, a highly esteemed awarding body recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by OFQUAL. Our courses for 10 to 17 year olds are NCFE accredited, ensuring the highest standards of education and training.

At Pure Minds Academy, we understand that every family has unique needs and preferences when it comes to education. That's why we offer both online and classroom-based courses for our NCFE-accredited programs, so your child can learn in a way that works best for them and your family.  We also provide private 1-1 lessons for our NCFE program students.

Explore NCFE Accredited Courses (Ages 10 to 17)

Special Family Day Trial Workshops

Join us for a fun-filled Family Day Trial to experience our exciting workshops firsthand!

AED 100 per family (1 child + 1 parent/adult) 

Date: 11th January 2025

Timings:
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Robotics
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: STEM/Life Skills Workshop
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Coding or AI Robotics
Fee: AED 100 per family (includes 1 child + 1 parent/adult)

Timings

Little Explorers (4-6 yrs)

Future Ready (7-9 yrs)

Real-World Ready (10-14 yrs)

10 am to 11 am

Robotics

Robotics

Robotics

11:30 am to 12:30 pm

STEM workshop

Life skills workshop

Life skills workshop

1 pm to 2 pm

Coding

AI

AI Robotics

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