Stop guessing.

Start building.

Is your child’s potential being capped by passive screen time? In a rapidly evolving world, traditional schooling often struggles to keep pace with the technical demands of the future. Many children are "users" of technology, but few understand the mechanics behind it.

Without a solid foundation in logic and engineering, students risk falling behind in the global "Robolution." By the time they reach high school, the gap in spatial reasoning and technical problem-solving can become overwhelming. You want them to lead, not just follow, but where do you start when the market is flooded with "toys" rather than real education?

Welcome to

Block Bots Academy.

We don’t just teach kids to code; we teach them to think. Since 2016, we have used our "Robotics First" methodology to turn curious builders into real-world innovators. We bridge the gap between play and professional engineering at our Northmead Square flagship venue.

The "Method to the Madness" Classes

Our Core Curriculum

Our core curriculum consists of 40 classes a year (January – November) with a maximum of 12 children per programme to ensure elite-level instruction.

Big

Builders

Gr RR - R

STEM foundations focusing on

30-minute tactile discovery.

R450 p/m

Mini

Block Bot

Gr R - Gr 1

Introduction to Coding using Physical and WeDo platforms.

R475 p/m

Brick

Challenge

Gr 1 - Gr 2

The core of STEM and Robotics, focusing on motorized builds.

R500 p/m

Robo Block

& Vinci

Gr 2 - Gr 4

Advanced STEM and Coding integration using WeDo and Scratch.

R550 p/m

GalileoTechnique & Block Coding

Gr 4 - Gr 6

Elite mechanical engineering and complex Scratch programming.

R600 p/m

Play & Explore

Our Flexible Subscriptions

Registration fee: R150.

Perfect for gym members or busy parents. Enjoy 90-minute "Just Play and Explore" sessions focusing on individual builds and projects from the week.

Bot Blocks

1 session a week

R500 p/m

Lego Own Builds I

2 sessions a week

R950 p/m

Lego Own Builds II

3 sessions a week

R1,350 p/m

Ultimate Builder

4 sessions a week

Includes STEMulator access

R1,500 p/m

The Benefits

Why Choose Block Bots?

Real engineering.

Real results.

10 Years of Local Authority

As the original Central Ekurhuleni Local Franchise (CELF), we have successfully trained over 1,000 students across 24 schools.

Tactile Before Digital

We build "foundational logic" with physical bricks before introducing screens.

STEMulator Integration

Interactive digital landscape access is FREE for all enrolled students.

Family Value

We offer a 10% Family Discount on all curricula.

Experience the lab firsthand.

We offer every new student a Free 60-Minute Trial Class. Experience the magic of our Northmead Square lab firsthand and see why we are the preferred STEM provider in Benoni and Boksburg.

About Us & Our History

Block Bots Academy was founded in 2016 with a single mission: to bring world-class STEM education to the kids of South Africa. Led by Lise Vermaak, Elizma Smith, and Frikkie van der Merwe, we have grown into the region's largest independent robotics hub. Our move to Northmead Square on 1 June 2026 represents our commitment to providing a professional home for the next generation of South African engineers.

Events & Venue Hire

Host unforgettable birthdays, holiday camps, homeschool sessions, and team-building events in our high-energy robotics lab at Northmead Square. Designed for creativity, learning, and hands-on fun, our venue gives every child, family, or team a unique space to play, build, and innovate.

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