Moorfoot Primary

Moorfoot Primary, in partnership with Inverclyde Council, will be creating a Mobile Coding Initiative with one simple message: Anyone can code! Their aim is to be able to take coding resources to primary schools around Inverclyde and give young people the opportunity to use familiar technology (tablets) as a bridge to using new technology (micro:bits) to develop their understanding of coding and design. This approach is designed to help dispel negative stereotypes as well as highlight the true potential of young peoples’ own devices. Eight schools across the authority have agreed to participate by hosting the extracurricular coding activities with the resources also being available for outreach/pop-up sessions with Girl Guides, libraries, etc. This will lower barriers to entry in relation to practical coding as well as highlight the true potential of young peoples’ own devices. This will eventually allow them to further pursue coding independently and without the need for input from schools or initiatives.