BBC Coding with micro:bit

Coding with micro:bit

The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world. The new micro:bit with sound adds a built-in microphone and speaker, as well as an extra touch input button and a power button.

BBC micro:bit–the next gen, is a new partnership between BBC Education, The micro:bit Educational Foundation and Nominet. The campaign aims to empower primary school children aged 8 to 11 with the digital skills to understand the world around them and shape their futures.

May 2023
Monday 15th May Registration for FREE set of 30 micro:bits for your school opens - Register here!
June 2023

Tuesday 6th June

3.45pm - 4.30pm

Using Micro:bits with Bit:Bot robots'

August 2023

Nerve Centre, Belfast and W5/Dreamspace are collaborating to offer the following Micro:bit teacher training as part of our teacher Continuing Professional Learning week:

Wednesday 16th August - Register Now via W5 Life

  • 11.00 am - 12.00 pm: An Introduction to coding with Micro:bit
  • 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Applying Micro:bit in the classroom

Thursday 17th August - Register Now for a Place

  • 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm: Applying Microbit in the Classroom
    Where? Nerve Centre CLC, Derry~Londonderry

Friday 18th August - Register Now via W5 Life

  • 11.00 am - 12.00 pm: An Introduction to coding with Micro:bit
  • 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Applying Micro:bit in the classroom

Further information is available - Nerve Centre Primary Support Week 2023

September 2023
Roll-out of delivery of micro:bits to schools begins!
Full launch and rollout

Register for your FREE set of 30 micro:bits for your school

From 15th May 2023 until 18th December 2023, all primary schools can register to receive a set of 30 micro:bits donated by the partnership, made possible by Nominet’s support.

Register for BBC Coding with micro:bit

 

 

 

What's Happening?

Throughout the rest of 2023, and into 2024, there will be a range of events and activities available for teacher upskilling and for the children in our school (aimed at Key Stage 2).

Skills and Capabilities

Cross-Curricular Skills
Using ICT