YUVA Academy · School of Robotics

Build. Code. Test. Learn how technology works.

YUVA Academy’s School of Robotics gives young people practical experience in robotics, programming, automation and artificial intelligence while developing problem-solving, teamwork and STEM capability.

Learning through STEM

Robotics turns scientific ideas into something students can build and test.

STEM brings science, technology, engineering and mathematics together through an interdisciplinary and applied approach to learning.

Robotics makes that approach tangible. Students can assemble components, programme behaviour, observe what happens, diagnose problems and try again.

YUVA Academy uses robotics to help young people connect classroom concepts with practical challenges while developing communication, cooperation and technical curiosity.

The robotics principle
Robotics teaches students that intelligence is not only what they know. It is how they build, test, fail, adjust and try again.

Hands-on STEM learning turns mistakes into information and problems into opportunities for experimentation.

STEM in practice

Four disciplines working together.

Science Understand how things behave

Explore concepts relating to motion, forces, energy, systems and the physical world through practical experimentation.

Technology Use tools to create

Work with digital systems, programming and technology to control and improve robotic behaviour.

Engineering Design and build solutions

Assemble mechanisms, examine components and learn how design decisions affect performance.

Mathematics Apply logical thinking

Use measurement, patterns, calculation and logic within practical technical challenges.

Beyond the robot

Robotics develops more than technical ability.

YUVA’s robotics programme combines technical learning with capabilities young people can use across education, work and everyday problem-solving.

Computational thinking Break larger problems into smaller logical steps and develop structured solutions.
Coding Understand how instructions and programming control a technological system.
Engineering mechanics Develop a basic understanding of mechanisms, structures and physical systems.
Problem-solving Identify what is not working, test alternatives and improve the solution.
Creativity Imagine different approaches instead of assuming there is only one possible answer.
Experimentation Build curiosity through testing, observing, adjusting and trying again.
Teamwork Share ideas, divide responsibilities and solve complex tasks collaboratively.
STEM confidence Experience science, mathematics and engineering as subjects that can be actively used and explored.
How students learn

Build first. Learn through what happens next.

Robotics creates a learning environment in which ideas can be tested immediately.

Students do not simply study how a system should work. They build it, programme it, observe the result and improve the design.

Build Assemble the system Work with components and understand how mechanical parts fit together.
Programme Give the robot instructions Use programming and logic to control movement and behaviour.
Test Observe what actually happens Compare the intended outcome with the robot’s real performance.
Improve Learn through iteration Identify problems, make changes and test the solution again.
Current programme

Robotics for Kids · Certificate Programme.

A graded robotics programme for learners aged 9 to 18, progressing from introductory robotics and AI through assembly, programming and strategy.

Levels 1–3

Robotics for Kids

The programme combines hands-on learning with robotics, automation and artificial intelligence using age-appropriate programming and robotics kits.

Age 9–18 years
Schedule Saturdays and/or Sundays
Delivery Online or face-to-face
Completion Certificate of Achievement
1
Level 1 Introduction to Robotics & AI An introduction to robotics, programming and artificial intelligence through hands-on learning.
10 learning hours
2
Level 2 Assembly & Programming Progress into more detailed assembly and programming through practical robotics exercises.
16 learning hours
3
Level 3 Assembly, Programming & Strategy Combine technical building and programming with strategic thinking and more advanced robotics challenges.
20 learning hours
From local training to a global stage

Robotics can take students from Port Louis to international collaboration.

YUVA’s robotics work is connected with Mauritius’ participation in the FIRST Global Challenge, an international robotics competition in which national teams design, build and programme robots.

Team Mauritius 2026 has been training at YUVA Academy in Port Louis as it prepares to represent Mauritius at the FIRST Global Challenge in Incheon, Republic of Korea.

Team Mauritius 2026

Young Mauritians building, programming and representing their country.

The FIRST Global pathway gives selected students an opportunity to combine technical learning with teamwork, strategy, international collaboration and national representation.

Engineering Build and refine a competition robot.
Programming Translate strategy into robot behaviour.
Teamwork Coordinate technical and strategic responsibilities.
Global exposure Collaborate with students from national teams around the world.
International experience

Mauritian students have taken robotics learning beyond the classroom.

YUVA’s School of Robotics documents international student participation linked to robotics experiences in several countries.

Mexico
Dubai
Singapore
Switzerland
Greece
2,500+ young people were reported as having been impacted through creativity and innovation connected with YUVA’s FIRST Global Mauritius initiative.

This is a historical figure reported in YUVA’s Projects Update and is not presented as a current running total.

Robotics for schools

Bring practical STEM learning to your students.

YUVA invites schools interested in robotics training for their students to contact the organisation directly to discuss suitable arrangements.

Hands-on STEM Connect classroom concepts with physical robots and practical challenges.
Coding & robotics Introduce students to programming, engineering and automation.
Team learning Use collaborative technical challenges to strengthen communication and cooperation.
Future skills Build confidence in technology, problem-solving and experimentation.
Start building

Give a young learner the chance to experience technology from the inside.

Explore Robotics for Kids or contact YUVA Academy about bringing robotics and STEM training to your school or student group.