Week #1 NewTechKids 2026 Meivakantie  Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs): Apr. 20-24, 2026

NewTechKids is an education academy in Amsterdam which teaches primary and secondary school students about technological innovation and its consequences, implications and ethics. NewTechKids develops computer science curriculum, lesson plans and teaching materials for children ages four to 12 and our programs are delivered online as well as during and after school and during school holidays.

NewTechKids

Week-long holiday camp teaching kids ages 8-12 to design, build and code robots and tech prototypes. Taught in both Dutch and English.

Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA)

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(Bilingual camp taught in a combination of Dutch and English by a professional, native-Dutch speaking teacher. Due to generous corporate donations, subsidized spots are available for children from a low-income families with a Stadspas.)Theme: Robots Making ArtDuring this NewTechKids school vacation bootcamp for kids ages 8-12 of 5 daily workshops held at the Amsterdam Public Library, kids will explore robots making and performing art. Each day, kids will discuss technology and then design, build and code a series of robots in pairs based on fun class challenges: robot sculptures, drawing robots, robots making music and more.Using LEGO robotics kits, kids will use their imagination and creativity and then present them to their peers and parents at the end of each day.Kids will dive into building and visual programming using LEGO Mindstorms and art supplies. They'll learn about design concepts (resources, requirements, testing, iteration, best practices) and computer science concepts (coding, algorithms, commands, loops, sequence, iteration, if-else logic, etc.).Children who successfully complete the bootcamp will receive a diploima.Classes will take place daily from 10:00 - 14:00 on the following dates:<ul><li>April 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24, 2026</li></ul>This bilingual camp will be taught by a native Dutch-speaking professional teacher or instructor with specialised training in computer science education. The curriculum and workshops are based on NewTechKids’ pedagogy which focuses on concept-context learning and the use of tangible learning tools.Our camp is ideal for children with no previous exposure to design and computer science and those who have previously participated in NewTechKids programs. Girls are welcome!A morning drink and snack will be provided. Children are required to bring their own lunches, including utensils and cups.A minimum of 16 students is required to offer this bootcamp. Registrants will be notified 3 days prior if the camp is cancelled and a full refund will be provided.Location: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Oosterdokskade 143 in the Junior Lab basement (5-minute walk from Centraal Station)

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