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Programs each Saturday for children aged 4 to 14

This April, we're delighted to continue our Saturday programs for kids in Dubai, catering to both new and continuing students. If you're looking for weekend classes for kids, our programs offer a dynamic, hands-on learning experience where children explore robotics courses in Dubai and engage in innovative problem-solving.


Our Saturday classes for kids are delivered in-person at Rove Hotel, Trade Centre & the Pure Minds Academy Office in Barsha Heights (NCFE Only). Whether your child is a budding coder or an aspiring engineer, these weekend activity classes for kids will spark their creativity and technical skills.

Saturday Program Overview

Term 3 - April to June 2025

Start Date: 19th April 2025
End Date: 21st June 2025
10 Weeks

Timings:
10:00am – 2:30pm

Venues:
Rove Hotel, Trade Centre

Pure Minds Academy Office (NCFE Only)

 

Program Fees:

AED 1,150 per student

(with flexible payment option: 3-month instalment and applicable discounts)

Looking for more activities?
If you'd like to register for more than one weekend activity class for kids, additional discounts are provided.  If you have a second child or are registering for more than one program, we provide a 15% discount for each family.

Example:
1 Program = AED 1,150 
2 or more Programs = 15% Discount off the total fees

Prices are exclusive of VAT.

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Little Explorers (Ages 4-6)

If you're looking for weekend classes for kids that are fun and educational, our Little Explorers programs introduce young learners to the world of robotics classes for kids through interactive storytelling and hands-on activities.

  • Program 1: Smart Robotics
  • Program 2: Money Matters Using Coding
  • Program 3 (Project-Based): Design and Build: Helping Animals Find Their Homes

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Future Ready (Ages 7-9)

If you're searching for weekend classes in Dubai that challenge young minds, our Future Ready programs immerse children in robotics courses in Dubai, coding, and engineering concepts through engaging, hands-on projects.

  • Program 1: LEGO Robotics - Amusement Park Builders
  • Program 2: Cybersecurity and Practical Money Matters
  • Program 3 (Project-Based): Game-Based Learning: Coding Fun & Logic

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Real-World Ready (Ages 10-14)

For older students interested in robotics classes in Dubai, our Real-World Ready programs offer advanced challenges, from AI-powered robotics to entrepreneurial projects.

  • Program 1: AI and Machine Learning with Robotics
  • Program 2: Young Entrepreneurs & Money Management
  • Program 3 (Project-Based): Assistive Tech – Empowering Lives Through Technology

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Core Programs

Little Explorers Programs - Ages 4 to 6

Term 1, Part 1 - September to October 2024

Start Date: 21st September 2024
End Date: 19th October 2024
 
Venues: 
Rove Hotel, Downtown Dubai
& Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
 
Fees:
AED 595 per program
 

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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Adventures in Coding with mTiny 

Little Explorers (Ages 4 to 6)

11am to 12:30pm 

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

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Robotics and Engineering with Lego WeDo 2.0

Little Explorers (Ages 4 to 6)

12:45pm to 2:15pm 

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)

3pm to 4:30pm

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

Juniors Programs - Ages 7 to 9

Term 1, Part 1 - September to October 2024

Start Date: 21st September 2024
End Date: 19th October 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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Robotic Wildlife Conservation with mBot

Junior Program (Ages 7 to 9)

11am to 12:30pm

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

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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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3D Design & Prototyping

Junior Program (Ages 7 to 9)

3pm to 4:30pm

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

Advanced Programs - Ages 10 to 14

Term 1, Part 1 - September to October 2024

Start Date: 21st September 2024
End Date: 19th October 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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Smart Cities Engineering with Unikobo

Advanced Program (Ages 10 to 14)

11am to 12:30pm

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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Innovative Robotics with EV3

Advanced Program (Ages 10 to 14)

12:45pm to 2:15pm

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

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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
 
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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.

Ready to confirm your space?

Saturday Program Payment & Registration

Registration and Payment:  Registration is strictly on a first come, first served basis.  Full payment is required at the time of registration to secure your place.  All prices are exclusive of 5% VAT and will be added to your final bill amount.
 

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