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MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY & ROBOTICS

CORDWALLES PREPARATORY SCHOOLRef: https://cordwalles.co.za/media-technology-robotics/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document is a section of the Cordwalles Preparatory School website detailing its Media, Technology & Robotics programme. It outlines weekly IT and media lessons for students from Grade 1 to 7, including robotics and coding classes for Grades 6 and 7 using Arduino kits and virtual simulations. The school uses various digital tools and devices in classrooms and emphasizes integrating technology with learning themes to foster critical thinking and creativity.

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curriculum-based subjectOngoing

Robotics and Coding Classes (Curriculum)

Boys in Grade 6 and Grade 7 take part in weekly, hour-long Robotics and Coding classes during a semester. They begin with virtual simulations and progress to using physical Arduino kits. The course develops problem-solving, logical thinking, and creativity.

Who it is for
Grade 6 and Grade 7 students at Cordwalles Preparatory School
How to act on it
Enrol through the school’s academic programme; attend weekly classes taught by Mr Khan
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Boys take part in weekly, hour-long classes for a semester.
weekly educational lessonOngoing

Weekly IT and Media Lessons

Students in Grades 1 to 7 attend a weekly half-hour lesson at the Hamilton Media Centre, where they engage in reading, research, and discussions on local and global news topics. The lessons aim to develop information retrieval skills and promote a love of reading.

Who it is for
students in Grades 1 to 7 at Cordwalles Preparatory School
How to act on it
Attend regular weekly sessions at the Hamilton Media Centre as part of the school timetable
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Each boy from Grade 1 to Grade 7 visits the Media Centre for a half-hour lesson once a week.
extracurricular holiday programmeNot applicable

Holiday Robotics and Coding Programme

During school holidays, boys can attend additional Robotics and Coding classes as an extracurricular activity. These sessions are facilitated by the school or external companies and use accessible digital platforms.

Who it is for
Grade 6 and Grade 7 students at Cordwalles Preparatory School
How to act on it
Register to attend holiday sessions offered by the school or external providers
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During the holidays, Robotics and Coding classes are available for boys to attend as part of our extra-curricular programme, facilitated either by the school or by external companies.

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Places

KwaZulu-Natal, Msunduzi Local Municipality

Reference

https://cordwalles.co.za/media-technology-robotics/

Key Takeaways

  • Grade 1 to Grade 7
  • weekly IT lessons
  • Grade 6 and 7 robotics and coding
  • Arduino kits
  • Hamilton Media Centre
  • Mr Khan
  • Mr Rogers
  • 2 computer rooms
  • Chromebooks, iPads, interactive boards
  • Project week
  • Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Cordwalles Preparatory School
  • Mr Khan
  • Mr Rogers
  • Hamilton Media Centre