Engineering programs for kids & teens

From curious minds to creative problem-solvers. Give your child the chance to become a builder, problem-solver and creator of technology, not just a consumer of it.

Cohorts planned, interest list open
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Find the right program

Our structured, hands-on programs help children learn by designing, building, testing and solving problems.

  1. EFA ExplorersAges 7–10
  2. EFA BuildersAges 11–13
  3. EFA InnovatorsAges 14–17

Age in years. Select a level to jump to its details.

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Ages 7–10

EFA Explorers

Discover engineering

A playful first step into engineering through hands-on activities and creative challenges.

  • Simple circuits
  • Structures
  • Machines
  • Beginner coding
  • Creative challenges
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Ages 11–13

EFA Builders

Build your skills

Foundational engineering skills, practised by building working projects.

  • Electronics
  • Robotics
  • Programming
  • Sensors
  • CAD
  • Fabrication
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Ages 14–17

EFA Innovators

Solve problems. Create solutions.

Advanced projects where teams design, prototype and present real solutions.

  • Advanced projects
  • Automation
  • Product design
  • Team challenges

How the cohorts work

Planned cohorts will run for about four months, with regular hands-on sessions.

Planned format, confirmed before enrolment
Length
About 4 months
Group size
10–15 participants
Format
Regular hands-on sessions
  1. Month 1

    Explore & learn

    Tools, safety, design thinking and foundations.

  2. Month 2

    Build

    Guided engineering projects.

  3. Month 3

    Solve

    Test ideas, troubleshoot and improve.

  4. Month 4

    Create

    A final individual or team project and demonstration.

Beyond the classroom

  • EFA Demo Days

    Participants showcase the projects they’ve built to family, schools and partners.

  • Holiday bootcamps

    Short, intensive sessions that deepen technical skills during school breaks.

  • Engineering competitions

    Team challenges that build collaboration and problem-solving.

  • Progression

    Returning participants can move up to more advanced levels.

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Reserve your interest

Enrolment dates, fees and availability will be announced when confirmed. Join the list and you’ll hear first.

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Please complete this as the parent or guardian. We only ask for your child’s age group, not their name.

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