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Robotics for Your School Cluster
We have standard workshop material for all of our workshops, but like to communicate with schools before workshops to understand what students already know, and what are the aims of a visit. We then can customise any workshop to best meet the schools’ needs.
A high-impact, low-commitment robotics experience; no equipment required.
Bring the cutting edge of Digital Technologies to your region. Regional RoboRumble is a turnkey program designed to build student engagement, teamwork, and real-world technical skills through a week of immersive workshops and a friendly, high-stakes competition.
The Best Part: All robotics equipment is provided. Your school doesn’t need to own a single robot to get started.
How It Works
Logistics have been simplified so you can focus on the learning. A visit to your school cluster is run in two distinct phases:
Phase 1: The Training Incursion
Each school will be visited individually for a full day of hands-on learning.
- Target Audience: Ideally Grades 4–6.
- The Experience: Students dive into an introduction to robotics using LEGO robotics kits. They will learn the basics of building a coding a simple robot to move around. No prior experience is necessary!
- Teacher PD: Optional “Twilight” professional development sessions (3:30 pm – 5:00 pm) to help staff on a range of possible topics, from demystifying the Digital Technologies Curriculum through to training on specific technologies.
Phase 2: The RoboRumble Competition
After the training, the excitement peaks. One school in your cluster hosts the “Rumble.”
- The Teams: Each school sends their top 3–4 teams (approx. 9–12 students total) to represent them.
- The Challenge: A round-robin of “blind” challenges. Teams won’t see the tasks until the day, forcing them to iterate, problem-solve, and collaborate in real-time.
- Local Context: Challenges are wrapped in themes relevant to your region—whether it’s agriculture, mining, marine studies or something completely different that is tailored to your students.
- The Rewards: Points are awarded for success, culminating in individual medals and the prestigious Overall School Winner.
RoboRumble Scheduling Options
| The “All-in-One” Week | The “Split Visit” | |
|---|---|---|
| Timeline | Training Mon–Thu, Competition Fri. | Training in one Term, Competition at a later date. |
| Logistics | Fast-paced; high energy. | More time for schools to select teams and practice. |
| Best For | Schools looking for a “STEM Week” vibe. | Schools looking for more time to handle logistics |
Ready to Rumble?
Join the list of regional clusters across Australia that have transformed their Digital Technologies engagement through RoboRumble. No location is too remote. Drop us a message through the form below to get more information.
Get in Contact
Brenda Gahan - Head of Learning
Sunshine Coast Grammar School
His wealth of knowledge and expertise allows him to tailor each workshop to the specific skill level and interests of the students (and teachers) and ensures that everyone is engaged and challenged.
Digital Technologies Teacher
Victoria Point State High School
Students engaged in hands-on learning experiences that developed their problem-solving skills. It was a valuable and highly relevant real world learning opportunity.
Tammy Grady
Senior Project Officer, QMEA
Through the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA), Damien has worked with hundreds of students and Teachers from across the State, all with varying levels of robotic and programming experience. Feedback from Damien’s workshops are always full of praise and appreciation, not only for his professional knowledge, but his adaptable teaching style and ease of delivery.
STEM Teacher - Years 7-10
Tannum Sands State High School
Damien's professionalism and communications skills are superb. The very best educational expert visitor we have had come to the college.
Primary School Teacher - Year 5
Central Queensland Primary School
Damien's delivery style captivated students across every year level, from junior to senior. His depth of knowledge and genuine ability to tailor content to our students' abilities made a real difference, keeping everyone engaged and getting the most out of the experience regardless of their starting point.
Head of Curriculum
South East QLD Primary School
What stood out most was how thoroughly Damien customised the workshop to our school's specific needs. Rather than a one-size-fits-all session, he took the time to understand what we were after and delivered exactly that.