Workshops

I am currently available for micro:bit workshops both in person and online for learners and educators.

I am a primary teacher and digital learning educator based in Moray. I was part of the Digital Learning Team supporting educators and learners in the use of technology. I have developed and delivered a series of lesson resources for micro:bit and delivered workshops to more than 2000 learners across 40 schools. I am a micro:bit Champion and regularly deliver training to educators. Testimonials can be found HERE.

I can offer:

• In person/online workshops for learners P4 (Age 7) and upwards.
• In person/online CPD training for educators

In person/online workshops for learners

micro:bit Starter Lesson 💻💡

• A lesson which introduces learners to the features of the micro:bit and how to code simple programs. Designed for learners in P4 (Age 7) upwards who have little or no experience of the micro:bit. This is my most popular workshop, I have delivered this to more than 100 classes.
• You will need access to devices with internet connection (e.g. Laptops, PCs, Chromebooks or iPads) between 2-3 learners.
• You will also need micro:bits – (Every Scottish School should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive panel.
• Suggested timing 1-1.5hrs.

micro:bit Beyond Basics 💻⚡

• A lesson which explores some more advanced features of the micro:bit. Designed for learners in P4 (Age 7) upwards who have completed my starter lesson resources or other block of lessons with the micro:bit before.
• You will need access to devices with internet connection (e.g. Laptops, PCs, Chromebooks or iPads) between 2-3 learners.
• You will also need micro:bits – (Every Scottish School should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive panel.
• Suggested timing 1-1.5hrs.

micro:bit Data Analysis Lesson 📈

• A lesson which explores the data logging features of the micro:bit. Collecting and analysing real life data from your classroom environment. Designed for learners in P6 (Age 9) upwards who have had some experience of the micro:bit before such as my starter or beyond basics lessons.
• You will need access to devices with internet connection (e.g. Laptops, PCs, Chromebooks or iPads) between 2-3 learners.
• You will also need micro:bits – (Every Scottish School should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive panel.
• Suggested timing 1-1.5hrs.

micro:bit Create AI Lesson 📈

• A lesson which explores AI using the micro:bit. Learners will train their own AI model to recognise movement using the micro:bit. Designed for learners in P4 (Age 7) upwards who have had some experience of the micro:bit before such as my starter or beyond basics lessons.
• You will need access to devices with internet connection (e.g. Laptops, PCs, Chromebooks or iPads) between 2-3 learners.
• You will also need micro:bits – (Every Scottish School should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive panel.
• Suggested timing 1-1.5hrs.

For online workshops I suggest 45mins-1hour where I deliver either a shortened version of one of the above or choose a different project for learners to code along with.

In person/online CPD training for school staff

Making the most of the micro:bit 💻💡

• In this session I will explore the features of a micro:bit, how to create and download code and how to include it in the curriculum. Staff will have the opportunity to get hands on with the micro:bit and code it themselves. They will be signposted to resources for them to make the most of the micro:bit in their classes.
• Staff should have access to a Laptop/Chromebook/iPad with an internet connection and your school’s box of micro:bits (Scottish Schools should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive board.
• Suggested timing 1-2 hour
   

Maths with the micro:bit 📈➕➖➗

• In this session I will explore using the micro:bit in maths lessons, including creating dice, counters, using variables and data logging.
• Staff should have access to a Laptop/Chromebook/iPad with an internet connection and your school’s box of micro:bits (Scottish Schools should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive board.
• Suggested timing 1-2 hours.
   

Science with the micro:bit ⚡🧲

• In this session I will explore using the micro:bit in science lessons for topics such as magnetism, conductivity, temperature, sound and light.
• Staff should have access to a Laptop/Chromebook/iPad with an internet connection and your school’s box of micro:bits (Scottish Schools should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive board.
• Suggested timing 1-2 hours.
   

Tin Foil Electronics with the micro:bit ⚡📦

• In this session I will explore using tin foil, crocodile clips and cardboard to create engaging problem solving and project based learning.
• Staff should have access to a Laptop/Chromebook/iPad with an internet connection and your school’s box of micro:bits (Scottish Schools should have at least 20 micro:bits from an Education Scotland roll out).
• I will need access to a screen ideally an interactive board.
• Suggested timing 1-2 hours.
   

Pricing and Booking

Pricing for 2025/26 📄

• Full School Day (9-3pm) £180
• Half Day (Morning or Afternoon) £110
• In Person CPD (1-2hours) £80
• Online CPD (1-2hours) £65
• Online Coding with class (45mins-1hour) £45
  • Plus travel from Elgin, Moray – 15p per mile for in person workshops. Distances more than 90mins drive from Elgin will require an overnight accommodation cost – enquire for a price.
  • Pupil workshops and staff training can be combined on the same day at a discounted cost. 

If you are interesting in booking me for a workshop(s) please complete the form below and I will get back to you as soon as possible. I am currently taking bookings up to April 2026.

I am happy to combine delivering workshops with learners and training for staff on the same visit.

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