Technocamps at Swansea Science Festival 2025

Paige JenningsEvent, News

We kicked off the October half-term with another fantastic weekend at the Swansea Science Festival. Thousands of visitors poured in to enjoy two days filled with hands-on exhibits, interactive experiments, and engaging workshops. Technocamps was once again thrilled to be part of this fantastic family-focused event, showcasing a mix of brand-new and much-loved activities. Our Rubik’s Cube-solving robot returned to … Read More

Case Study: Lara Duke

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Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I work at Swansea University as an Assessment and Awards Officer. My role specifically involves monitoring, overseeing, and providing guidance on academic integrity and academic misconduct, including procedures, processes, and training. How did you get started working with Technocamps? I saw the courses advertised on the Swansea University Yammer feed. Which … Read More

Case Study: Jessica Lewis

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Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I’m currently an ICT and Computer Science teacher at Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe, about to begin my tenth year in education. I spent the first four years of my teaching career in a primary school before transitioning to secondary in 2020. Teaching Computer Science through the medium of Welsh is … Read More

Case Study: Rachel Roberts

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Tell us a little about yourself and your work. My name is Rachel Roberts, and I have been working at Gowerton School for the past nine years. I am the DCF (Digital Competency Framework) Coordinator and teach Computer Science across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. One of my key personal goals is to increase the uptake of Computer Science … Read More

Case Study: Daniel Davies

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Tell us a little about yourself and your work. My name is Daniel Davies, and I am a teacher at a Primary School that teaches through the Welsh language. At the moment, I teach Year 6. How did you start working with Technocamps? I felt that my digital skills needed to be improved in order to teach in accordance with … Read More

Case Study: Inspire Training

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Tell us a little about yourself and your work. Here at Inspire Training our focus is on supporting 16-18-year-olds by preparing them for the world of work through tailored training programmes and practical experiences. Our mission is to equip learners with skills that enhance employability and confidence. How did you get started working with Technocamps? We started working with Technocamps … Read More

Case Study: Volcano Theatre

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Tell us a little about your organisation. Volcano Theatre is an independent theatre company and community arts centre based in Swansea city centre. In addition to devising and performing original theatre here in Swansea and world-wide, we run a programme of creative opportunities free of charge for our local community. How did you get started working with Technocamps? We were approached by Technocamps … Read More

Calling All Educators: Explore Machine Learning and Data Logging using micro:bits at our Upcoming Events!

Paige JenningsNews, News and Events, Professional Learning

To continue our support of the BBC and micro:bit Foundation’s micro:bit – the next-gen campaign, Technocamps are again hosting professional learning events for practitioners in Wales during February and March 2025. The event is most suited to practitioners in upper primary and lower secondary. The training events will run as follows: South West WalesTechnocamps HQ – Margam Building – Swansea … Read More

New Online Professional Learning Course for Primary School Teachers Starting in January!

Paige JenningsNews, News and Events, Professional Learning

We are pleased to announce our upcoming Professional Learning (PL) programme for primary school teachers happening this January! This free programme aims to improve teachers’ knowledge of Computer Science and Computational Thinking and help them apply these skills in the classroom and across the school. The sessions link with the DCF and work across the new curriculum’s AoLEs. The 10 … Read More

Our Online Code Club is Back!

Paige JenningsEvent, News, News and Events, Newsletter

We’re thrilled to announce the return of our online Technoclub for ages 9 – 16! When: Every Tuesday during term time, starting Tuesday 7th JanuaryTime: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM What is Technoclub? Technoclub offers free, interactive after-school coding sessions where children of all abilities can explore the world of Computer Science. Whether they’re complete beginners or experienced coders, everyone … Read More