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Coding and Robotics

Glenmore Primary SchoolRef: https://www.glenmoreprimary.co.za/copy-of-foundation-phase

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Source domain: glenmoreprimary.co.za

Collected on 30 July 2026

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What this means

This document is a webpage section from Glenmore Primary School titled “Coding and Robotics.” It states that, in line with the Department of Basic Education’s proposed inclusion of robotics and coding in the curriculum, the school will introduce coding and robotics during weekly computer lessons for Grade R to Grade 6. Foundation Phase learners will use Bee-Bots to learn basic coding and algorithms, while Grade 2 to Grade 6 learners will be introduced to ScratchJr for block-based visual programming. The page also provides Glenmore Primary School contact details and address.

Facts

Places

eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal

Reference

https://www.glenmoreprimary.co.za/copy-of-foundation-phase

Key Takeaways

  • Glenmore Primary School introduces Coding and Robotics
  • Aligned with Department of Basic Education proposed inclusion of robotics and coding
  • Weekly computer lessons for Grade R to Grade 6
  • Foundation Phase: fundamentals of coding and basic algorithms using Bee-Bots
  • Grade 2 to Grade 6: coding using ScratchJr (visual, block-based)
  • Learning goals: critical thinking, creativity, innovation, independent/team problem-solving
  • Address: 56 Feilden Drive, Glenmore, Durban 4001
  • Tel: +27 (0) 31 261 2164
  • Email: school@glenmoreprimary.co.za
  • Glenmore Primary School
  • Department of Basic Education
  • Bee-Bots
  • ScratchJr