Foundation Level
Robotics & AIBuilding Blocks of Robotics & AI
Years 3-4 | Code to AI Pathway
Foundation Level introduces Years 3–4 students to robotics and artificial intelligence through 60 hours of hands-on training across three progressive courses.
Young learners master visual programming with Scratch, control physical robots with Codey Rocky, and build autonomous ground vehicles—developing computational thinking and engineering skills that prepare them for advanced technology learning.
Program Overview
This carefully structured program combines software programming and hardware robotics, giving students hands-on experience with real robots, sensors, and autonomous systems. Unlike screen-only coding programs, MeritVy students see their code control actual robots—transforming abstract concepts into tangible achievements.
Three Foundation Courses
Course 1: Code Beginners Using Scratch (20 Hours)
Students begin with Scratch—the world’s most popular visual programming language for young learners. Drag-and-drop blocks introduce coding fundamentals without syntax complexity.
Learning Objectives
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Understanding fundamental program building: sequencing, loops, and conditional statementsLogical and analytical thinking: systematic problem-solving and debuggingCreativity and imagination: expressing ideas through code and creating unique programsCourse 2: Code & Create with Codey (20 Hours)
Hands-on robotics training begins with Codey Rocky—a programmable robot featuring LED displays, sensors, and voice recognition. Students bridge screen-based coding with physical robotics.
Learning Objectives
Programming with robots and sensors: understanding how robots perceive environments and respond to dataControlling LEDs and expressions: programming facial displays, light patterns, and visual communicationWorking with voice recognition, emotions, and object recognition: early exposure to AI capabilitiesCourse 3: Automated Ground Vehicle - Junior (20 Hours)
Foundation culminates with building and programming autonomous vehicles from individual components—motors, sensors, chassis, and wheels. This comprehensive robotics experience develops engineering and programming skills simultaneously.
Learning Objectives
Assembling robots with motors, sensors, chassis, and wheels: hands-on experience with robotics hardwareFixed path programming with input/output systems: understanding sensor inputs and motor outputsSensor-based programming: line followers, ultrasonic sensors, light/sound detection for autonomous navigation
Class Environment
Maximum 10 students per class ensures personalised attention during robotics assembly and programming challenges. Courses operate primarily in-centre at MeritVy Learning Centres with online flexibility when needed.
Assessment and Recognition
Learning is assessed through teacher observation of in-class activities—watching students approach challenges, debug code, and collaborate with peers. No formal tests or examinations. Upon successfully completing all three Foundation Level courses (60 hours total), students receive a MeritVy Foundation Level Certificate and medal—official recognition of their achievements that families can celebrate and students can display proudly. Parents track progress through the MeritVy Parent App with uploaded photos, project videos, and instructor observations.
Skills Beyond Robotics
Computational thinking: breaking complex challenges into steps, pattern recognition, algorithmic solutionsResilience and debugging mindset: viewing errors as learning opportunities, systematic troubleshootingCollaboration and communication: pair programming, explaining thinking, cooperative problem-solvingProgression to Innovator Level
Foundation Level prepares students for Innovator Level (Years 5-6), where they advance to Arduino microcontrollers, complex circuits, and advanced autonomous robots. The certificate and medal document students’ growing expertise in robotics and AI, motivating continued learning through the Code to AI Pathway.
Enrol in Foundation LevelGive your Year 3-4 student early robotics and AI education.
Contact your nearest MeritVy Learning Centre for trial sessions. With maximum 10 students per class, spaces fill quickly. Foundation Level is the beginning of a lifelong journey in technology, innovation, and creative problem-solving.
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