LEGO Robotics
Build it. Code it. Bring it to life. 🤖 Children design and program their own robots using LEGO bricks, motors, sensors and code. They test ideas, solve problems and discover that great creations come from curiosity and creativity.
🛰️ Transmission from Hamilton, Scotland
Code games. Build robots. Grow confidence. Blast off!
Bitsi is a digital creativity club where we help children build, create and problem-solve with technology, growing confidence, resilience and creativity along the way.
⭐ Run by fully qualified teachers · 🛡️ PVG checked · 🧒 Small groups
BEEP BOOP! Click me! 🤖
💻 What we get up to
Our Sessions
Every week, children take on a new challenge, learning, creating and problem-solving with the latest tech to build something they can be proud of.
Scratch Games
Children create their own games, animations and sound effects. They design worlds, code challenges and build games their friends and family can actually play.
micro:bit
A computer smaller than a biscuit! Code flashing lights, micro:pets and activity trackers you can take with you in your pocket.
Sphero BOLT
Robot balls that zoom, spin, light up and (occasionally) escape. Program your Sphero to complete missions and react to collisions!
Minecraft Education
Team up to build worlds, solve puzzles and learn real coding inside everyone's favourite blocky universe.
AI Explorers
Learn about AI using trusted, safe platforms. Train computers to recognise doodles, create fun face filters and find out how the robots actually think.
⭐ New — our online universe
Meet My Bitsi
The club doesn't stop when the session ends. My Bitsi is our online home, where Bitsi members keep building, creating and problem-solving between clubs.
- Follow-along video missions on Scratch, animation and AI
- Earn stars and badges, and kit out your very own robot buddy
- Built for kids — no adverts, no chat, no child data collected
Explainer video coming soon!
A quick tour of how My Bitsi works, from first mission to fully kitted-out robot.
🎮 Playable right now
Mission: Code the Bot 🤖
Have a shot of real programming right here! Tap arrows to build a program, press RUN and watch the wee bot follow your code — every step, exactly as written. Grab every ⭐, dodge the space rocks, and land on the 🚀.
Mission 1 of 5
🏆 ALL MISSIONS COMPLETE!
You just wrote five real computer programs. Imagine what you could do with an actual robot…
Your program 0/15
Psst — tap a step in your program to remove it.
👾 Choose your group
Join our Bitsi Community
Small groups of 8–10, so everyone gets the support they need, when they need it.
Code Explorers
Ages 6–8 · P3–P4
First steps into coding! Create animations and stories using Scratch Jr, build and code robots and learn through play. Perfect for total beginners with big ideas.
Code Builders
Ages 8–12 · P5–P7
Level up! Build Scratch games, code micro:bit gadgets, complete Sphero missions and create out-of-this-world builds in Minecraft Education.
Code Creators
P7–S2
Boss level. 🚀 Bigger projects, bigger challenges and the first steps into Python. Test, debug and refine creations to make something awesome.
See days, times & spaces →
All classes run in Hamilton, Lanarkshire. Booking is quick and easy through ClassForKids.
☀️ School holidays sorted
Summer Code Camp 🏕️
Three hours of hands-on tech fun where creativity meets code — STEM team challenges, Minecraft Education world-building, and programming Sphero BOLT robots through missions and obstacle courses.
MORNING MISSION
Code Explorers
- 📅 Mon 27 – Wed 29 July 2026
- ⏰ 9:00am – 12:00pm
- 🎂 Ages 6–8
- 📍 St Mary's for All, Hamilton
- 💷 £90 all three days · £30 single day
AFTERNOON MISSION
Code Builders
- 📅 Mon 27 – Wed 29 July 2026
- ⏰ 1:00pm – 4:00pm
- 🎂 Ages 8–12
- 📍 St Mary's for All, Hamilton
- 💷 £90 all three days · £30 single day
Snack break included (snacks provided — just bring a water bottle). All equipment supplied. Fully accessible venue. Supervised by our first-aid-trained, PVG-checked instructor team.
0sof lines of code written by wee hands
0robots harmed in the making of our classes*
0%hands-on — real robots, real code, real collaboration
∞imagination allowed per child
*a few Spheros have been mildly startled
📺 Free tutorials
Try a challenge at home
Can't wait for club day? Our YouTube channel is packed with follow-along Scratch tutorials. Grab a grown-up's laptop and off you go!
🧠 More than coding
Future-ready skills
Every session builds skills that last long after the laptops power down.
Collaboration
Working together, sharing ideas and creating as a team.
Creativity
Imagining new possibilities and bringing ideas to life.
Problem Solving
Testing, tweaking and finding new ways forward.
Curiosity
Asking questions, exploring and discovering how things work.
Focus
Keeping going when things don't work first time.
Confidence
Having a go, learning from mistakes and believing in their abilities.
💜 Happy families
What parents say
Don't just take our word for it — here's what Bitsi families tell us.
“Thank you for everything! My son's confidence has soared since joining Bitsi!”
“Bitsi is my daughter's favourite club — thank you for everything you do!”
“My son is more curious about how physical things work, not just games.”
“Relaxed atmosphere, friendly teacher and calm learning environment.”
“Great to finally have something for kids who aren't into sports!”
“Interesting, a useful skill, confidence building and fun! I'm very happy — thank you for running this club.”
“Always had an interest in tech but now he has a fab outlet with like-minded kids. It's a great way to nurture tech interests.”
“Great to see positive screen time!”
“She loves sharing what she's learned with kids in school and her family.”
“Bitsi has been instrumental in my child's confidence and coding skills. Jasmine and Olivia are wonderful.”
👨👩👧 For parents & carers
Why families choose Bitsi
Great technology is only part of what makes Bitsi special. From qualified instructors to small group sizes, we create an environment where every child can thrive.
Qualified teachers
Classes are led by fully qualified teachers with 10 years of classroom experience — we know how to support children and create an inclusive learning environment where everyone can succeed.
Safe & checked
All instructors are PVG checked and trained in child safeguarding. Lead instructors are first aid trained.
Small groups
With a maximum of 10 children per group, everyone can get the support they need, when they need it.
Zero kit needed
We supply all laptops, robots and gadgets. Just bring a water bottle and you're good to go!
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need any coding experience?
Not a jot! Most of our coders start as complete beginners. Sessions are tailored to each child's interests and skill level, so newbies and mini-experts both leave buzzing.
What ages do you cover?
We welcome children age 6 and up (P3 to S2+). Parents typically sign their child up to a class that matches their stage in school, but you know your child best, so please get in touch if you think they would be better suited to another group. Check our booking page for current groups and times.
My child has Additional Support Needs. Are your classes suitable?
Yes! We believe every child should have the chance to create, learn and feel like they belong. We tailor our sessions to the children who attend, adapting our approach so everyone feels supported and able to succeed.
With small group sizes and two instructors per session, we can provide the encouragement and guidance children need. We also chat with parents before and after sessions to understand what works best for your child and make sure we're supporting them in the right way.
Where do sessions happen?
At St Mary's for All, 4 Auchingramont Road, Hamilton, ML3 6JT — a fully accessible venue with toilet facilities. Drop off no more than 5 minutes before the start, and collect within 5 minutes of the end.
How do I book?
Everything runs through our friendly booking system, ClassForKids — classes, camps, payments and updates all in one place. It takes about two minutes.
My child LOVES Minecraft but school says it's just games…
Great news: at Bitsi, Minecraft Education is a legit engineering tool. Kids team up, plan builds, solve problems and write real code — they're learning computational thinking while having the time of their lives.
My child has lots of experience. Will this be too easy for them?
Not at all! We provide extra challenges at each session so children can take projects further, explore new ideas and push their skills even further. Our instructors encourage children to experiment, problem-solve and create at a level that feels right for them.
Do you do birthday parties or school visits?
We'd love to chat! Drop us a message using the form below or email BitsiScotland@gmail.com and we'll see what we can build together.
📡 Open comms channel
Say hello!
Questions, party bookings, school visits? Send us a message and a real human will beep back soon.
- ✉️ BitsiScotland@gmail.com
- 📞 07590 453 803
- 📍 St Mary's for All, 4 Auchingramont Rd, Hamilton ML3 6JT
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