Bonding Through Coding
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Bonding Through Coding 2025

Calling all Primary School students (grades 5 to 7) and Parents/Carers for a Coding Workshop.

    Bonding Through Coding is a hands-on learning initiative where children and parents/carers team up to learn how to make Websites/Interactive Games in a fun, supportive environment. Build your skills together through interactive workshops, while having a blast! We wholeheartedly invite mothers to strengthen the representation of women in STEM, and we encourage fathers to get involved, too. Everyone is welcome on this fantastic journey.

    Register now: Secure your spot for an enriching, game - making experience

    Workshop Highlights and What's included?

  • Hands-On Learning: Engage in interactive workshops and learn Processing in a fun way. You will walk away with a game that you can show to your family/friends
  • Family Bonding: Explore different technologies together with your kids as a parent/carer. Parents/Carers are encouraged to stay for the first hour with the kids, and can leave after, or can stay for the duration of the workshop
  • Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced lecturers and educators.
  • Personalised Attention: Benefit from a low teacher-to-student ratio of 1 tutor to 4 students, ensuring individualised support.
  • Date:
    • Workshop 1: 8 July 2025 - 16 places
      • Sign in:  9:00am | Sign Out From 3:00pm
  • Location:
    • 111 Computer Lab at 4 Research Park Drive, Macquarie Park, NSW
  • Cost: $118 per child
  • Enquiries: Charanya Ramakrishnan, Program Director, School of Computing charanya.ramakrishnan@mq.edu.au
  • Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation for up to 7 days prior to the event. 50% refund for cancellations 3-6 days prior to the event. No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of the event.

Register now: Secure your spot for an enriching, game - making experience

Q: Who can attend the coding workshop? A: The workshop is open to students in grades 5 to 7 and all skill levels. Parents/Carers are encouraged to stay for the first hour with the kids, and can leave after, or can stay for the duration of the workshop

Q: Where is the workshop held? A: The workshop takes place in our state-of-the-art computer labs at 4 Research Park Drive, Macquarie University Campus, North Ryde.

Q: What will participants learn? A: Participants will engage in interactive workshops and practical coding challenges, covering various programming languages and technologies.

Q: Who are the instructors? A: Our workshops are led by experienced mentors and educators who provide expert guidance and support.

Q: What is the teacher-to-student ratio? A: We maintain a low teacher-to-student ratio of 1 tutor to 4 students to ensure personalised attention and individualised support.

Q: Does the student need any prior coding experience? A: No prior coding experience is required. Our workshops are designed to accommodate beginners as well as those with some coding knowledge.

Q: What should I bring to the workshop? A: All necessary equipment and materials will be provided. Just bring your lunch and willingness to learn!

Register now: Secure your spot for an enriching, game/website-making experience