Shrewsbury - Coding & Robotics Summer School UK
Coding & Tech Academy
11-16 Years | Residential
Beginner to Advanced
CEFR (Common European Framework) levels
A1* | A2 | B1 | B2 | C1 | C2
*Beginner classes only offered up to age of 14
15 hours per week
Not available for 2026
A fabulous campus, close to Shrewsbury town.
Coding & Tech Academy
Learn the basics of computer science and the fundamentals of code, robotics and game design or take your skills to the next level. Through interactive projects using Turtle Graphics, Python coding and Raspberry Pi (4), develop essential skills as you tackle exciting coding and robotics challenges.
Why Choose This Programme?
At Shrewsbury we offer 3 academies on one campus. You can choose a different option each week or continue with one throughout your stay:
- English Academy
- Sports Academy
- Coding & Tech Academy
Wide mix of nationalities including British children - our resident English Student Hosts.
Restricted access to mobile phones.
What To Expect?
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15 hours' tuition per week
(including English Skills, English Workshops and end-of-week presentation)
Maximum class size: 12 international students**
** In exceptional circumstances, in order to place students at their correct level, maximum class size may be exceeded. -
English Skills
On arrival, you'll be given a written and oral test and placed into an English Skills class appropriate for your age and level
Improve core skills, technical accuracy and enhance spoken fluency through engaging and collaborative sessions e.g. Life in a British School - research famous British Schools and design your own!
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English Workshop
In these fun, task based sessions, you'll explore new topic areas. Learn through researching, discussing, collaborating and creating
Workshop topics vary week to week e.g. Book Design, Drama, Discovering Darwin, Engineering, Journalism, Video Blogs, Visual Poetry!
Each week choose a workshop that interests you.
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Trinity Exam
The Trinity Exam in Spoken English is offered on 14 July and 28 July 2026. It is an optional extra, but recommended, £130
Learn the basics of computer science and the fundamentals of code, robotics and game design or take your skills to the next level. Through interactive projects using Turtle Graphics, Python coding and Raspberry Pi (4), develop essential skills as you tackle exciting coding and robotics challenges.
Mornings: 12 hours' per week
Suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced
Turtle Graphics - Beginner Create colourful
animations using Python's Turtle module and grasp programming concepts, write effective and efficient code in a fun and engaging way
Robotic Arms - Beginner/Intermediate Using robotics equipment, learn the principles of mechanical design, electronics, and sensor integration. Assemble mechanical components, programme sensors, and apply JavaScript programming skills
Game design – Intermediate/Advanced Build on skills
used in Turtle graphics to create an online game using Python code to play with friends. Learn the important skill of spotting different types of errors in your code. Play games created by your classmates and work collaboratively to provide constructive feedback.
Home security systems - Advanced In this advanced coding project, learn about software development, hardware integration, and cybersecurity using Python to explore the exciting field of home automation.
- Mornings: A choice of sports, team challenges, arts and crafts, dance and drama games on 2 mornings per week
- Evenings: Exciting range of evening activities e.g. mystery nights, talent shows, British games, discos and relaxed nights in houses
- Special events: Pool party, Ceilidh (traditional dancing)
- Excursions: 2 per week e.g. Chester, Warwick Castle, Severn Valley Railway, Blists Hill Victorian Town
- Free time: Relax and enjoy time with your new friends.
- Shrewsbury has comfortable boarding houses with 1-4 bedded rooms. Shared bathrooms
- Staff/student ratio at least 1:4
- Resident house parents look after you throughout your stay
- 3 meals a day and snacks provided. A healthy range of food to suit international students
- Restricted access to mobile phones. We encourage students to make new friends and try lots of new activities. WiFi available (at specific times).
| Course No. | Arrival Date | Departure Date | Weeks | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Wed 1 July | Wed 15 July | 2 | £4060 |
| 22 | Wed 1 July | Wed 22 July | 3 | £6090 |
| 23 | Wed 1 July | Wed 29 July | 4 | £8120 |
| 24 | Wed 8 July | Wed 29 July | 3 | £6090 |
| 25 | Wed 15 July | Wed 29 July | 2 | £4060 |
Room size: 1-4 | Hours' tuition/week: 15 | Max. class size: 12
Included in the fees
- All tuition and teaching materials
- Student folder, academic report, DS certificate and course photo
- Participation of resident English Student Hosts
- Full board residential accommodation
- Transport and entry fees on all excursions
- Varied daily programme to cater for all interests and abilities
- Close supervision by our resident staff
- Personal laundry for machine washable clothes
- Medical and Travel Insurance (see Terms & Conditions)
- Airport transfers on published arrival/depart ure days for flights scheduled to arrive/depart between 09.00-16.00 from/to: Heathrow, Manchester or Birmingham airports
NOT included in the fees
- Optional exam fees (Trinity: £130)
- Transfers for those arriving/departing outside our free scheduled times on arrival/departure dates at the airports specified above
- Free airport transfers from Heathrow, Manchester or Birmingham airports on published arrival/departure days for flights scheduled to arrive/depart between 09.00-16.00
See Also
Residential Courses in Shrewsbury
English Academy (11-16 years)
An intensive programme of 15 hours' English tuition plus Active English study trips (total 20 hours)
Sports Academy (11-16 years)
An intensive programme for those who are passionate about sports. Options include: Golf, Horse-Riding, Adventure Sports, Tennis
Level Check
There are many Discovery Summer programmes for you to choose from! Our online level test helps us to direct you towards our most appropriate Discovery programme.