MVPS Game Computer Science (Coding) Academy After School Program – Innovate Technology & Robotics Academy Australia

MVPS GAME COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY (Year 1 to 6)

Program Description

Game Development Academy: More Than Just Play

In today’s technology-driven world, a strong foundation in computer science is essential for every student. The Game Development Academy at Mount View Primary School goes beyond play—focusing on building real coding skills through the exciting process of game creation. Game creation is a powerful, engaging way for your child to learn coding and technology—setting them up for a confident, creative, and future-ready path. Minecraft Education is the tool we use for coding in class – Block Coding & Python depending on year levels & ability.

Why Game Development?

Learning Through Creation: By making games, students don’t just play—they learn vital coding concepts, strengthen computational and logical thinking, and develop critical problem-solving abilities.
Engaging Tools: Using Minecraft Education’s digital curriculum, students explore, experiment, and grow their digital literacy—all while having fun.
Skill Development for the Future: Game development fosters tech-savvy, creative thinkers who are ready for the demands of secondary education and the modern workforce.
Soft Skills for Success: Collaboration, communication, and resilience are built into every project, helping students prepare for future study and work.
Purposeful Technology Use: At Innovate Technology & Robotics Academy, we understand that some families are concerned about excessive screen time. Our approach to technology is purposeful, guided, and balanced — focused on creativity, problem-solving, and real-world skills. Read about our Purposeful Technology Use
Safe and Purposeful Learning: At Innovate Technology & Robotics Academy, we use Minecraft: Education Edition, not the regular gaming version. This platform is designed by Microsoft specifically for schools and learning, with no public servers or unsafe content. Students work on guided coding, STEM, and teamwork challenges in a secure environment. It’s not gaming time — it’s creative learning time that builds problem-solving, collaboration, and digital skills safely.

Key Benefits:

Enhanced logical, computational, and critical thinking skills
Improved digital literacy and productive computer use
Development of essential soft skills for future academic and career success

Core Modules

Prerequisites and Enrolment Information

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Each student must bring their own device to class every week—either a Windows laptop or an Apple iPad.
Please note: ITRA is unable to provide spare devices if a student forgets to bring theirs, and missed lessons cannot be made up with a replacement device.

Additional Coding Resource Fee

Additional Memberships (MVPS Academy Game Students Only) – 1 Term License Minecraft Education Membership (Term License). Grade 1, 2 & 3 students will require this license. The license fee is $30 per term.

Device Hire (In-Class Use Only)

Ensure your child always has the right device for their lessons. This in-class device hire provides a dedicated device for your child to use during scheduled classes at Innovate Technology & Robotics Academy MVPS program (Computer Science and Game Computer Science Academy only).

For use in class only (device is not taken home)
Fully set up and maintained by our team
Includes all required software for class activities
A simple, hassle-free way to keep your child equipped for every session.

Prerequisites & Expectations

No prior experience in robotics, coding, or technology is required.
This program is open only to students in Year 1 to Year 6 from Mount View Primary School.
Students should be able to attend classes diligently and work independently.
It is essential that students can follow the structured curriculum and participate in all classroom activities.
We ask that students maintain positive behaviour to ensure a productive learning environment for everyone. We would like to ensure the environment is safe and inclusive for all students to succeed at Coding. Students who are not listening or unable to follow instructions will be asked to pause participation until they are ready to engage safely and respectfully.

Recommended Commitment

A minimum one-year enrolment is advised to ensure your child gains the full benefit of the curriculum and skill-building activities.
Give your child the opportunity to excel in coding with the Game Coding Academy—where learning is hands-on, engaging, and designed for future success. With all the support your child needs.

Flexible Enrolment

Students may join at the beginning of any term, as each term features unique projects and learning experiences.

MVPS Game Comp Science Academy 2026 Training Schedule

Term 1 – Wednesday 4 February 2026 to Wednesday 1 April 2026

Term 2 -Wednesday 22 April 2026 to Wednesday 17 June 2026

Term 3 – Wednesday 15 July 2026 to Wednesday 2 September 2026

Term 4 – Wednesday 7 October 2026 to Wednesday 25 November 2026

Program Key Terms for Enrolments & Renewals

This is a No Refund program. Please consider carefully before enroling. Any refunds are at the sole discretion of ITRA and will incur a $20 admin fee.
Bookings/Renewals for every term can be done on this page.
Fees can be paid anytime during the current term for the next term before the due date.
Fees must be paid in full before a student can enter the program every term.
Student must not attend class if unwell and contact the academy for a make up session.
Public holidays are made up with either an extra lesson or session hours added on which will be decided by ITRA.
No parent / guardian is permitted to stay in the classroom as the program promotes independent learning.
Refer to notices from ITRA for make up lessons and session changes during the term, if applicable.
Terms and Conditions apply.

"You (Sue) and Gary have been fantastic coaches and without both of you, our two teams wouldn't have gotten into the finals. This itself is an amazing achievement. Isaac learned a great deal throughout the year and he has achieved and accomplished things he never thought he could. This is only possible by having truly dedicated and supportive coaches"

Bryan

Parent, MVPS

Sue & Gary, we are so thankful for both of your dedication for these kids, especially with such great achievements. Cannot find suitable words to express our thank you to both of you. Thank you very much.

Lingli

Parent, MVPS

What's included?

Class Details

Mount View Primary School, Glen Waverley, VIC
Wednesdays, 3.45pm to 5.15pm
Term 1 Dates: 4 February to 1 April (8 Week Program)
$350 per term
Limited places per term
Age Range: Year 1 to Year 6

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