The Vale College

Robotics & Coding

Building tomorrow today

Future-ready learning

Students learn to solve problems, build systems and express ideas through code, robotics and digital creativity.

Students presenting a robotics project

From club to core learning

Robotics began at The Vale as a club. In response to the growing importance of automation and coding, it became a compulsory area of study from September 2020.

A dedicated robotics laboratory supports hands-on work and continues to develop as tools and technical standards evolve.

Coding and physical computing

Students have been introduced to Python, JavaScript, Java and Arduino programming. The aim is not simply to learn syntax, but to use technology to design, test and create.

  • Programming
  • Arduino and physical computing
  • Robotics projects
  • 3D modelling
  • Sculpting and animation
Creative technology learning at The Vale College

The Blender Foundation

Established in 2021, the TVC Blender Foundation identifies and nurtures students with particular ability in 3D modelling, sculpting and animation.