During our recent intensive week-long courses, we interviewed guest experts, who provided students with some extra inspiration during their lunchtimes. All of whom, are working in the machine learning, social media, and data analysis industries. This interview is with tech entrepreneur Pierre-Simon Ntiruhungwa, the co-founder of Katalist – an entrepreneurial development platform. In this interview, […]
Author: Molly Gilpin
On the 8th of March we celebrate International Women’s Day – where we reflect on the achievements of women and gender equality. The theme for 2022 is ‘Break The Bias’. The campaign website explains this theme as: “We can all choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. We can all choose to […]
What does the future of work look like? Before the pandemic, the conversation around the future of work was centered around how technology would replace many jobs and how work forces would need to be creative to shape new relevant roles. When the pandemic hit, it transformed people’s relationships to work overnight. Now, the conversation […]
As technology continues to shape our futures, learning a computer programming language has become increasingly important for adults and kids alike. Just as there are thousands of languages and dialects spoken globally, there are many different programming languages, each with its own unique rules and applications. So what coding language should my child start learning […]
Many countries around the world are facing a tough winter, with restrictions in place and for those in the UK a third national lockdown. This brings the continued challenge of kids learning remotely, more of us working from home, and the disruption to usual routines. What’s true is that families are taking on much more […]
Sophie Deen is the Founder/CEO of kids’ media company, Bright Little Labs. They make cartoons, games, and toys to promote STEM, critical thinking + equality for all kids aged 3+. BLL has users in 100+ countries and raised Series A investment with Warner Media/Cartoon Network in 2018. Sophie believes in the power of storytelling to […]
Have you heard of Python coding or ever wondered what language is most useful for your child or teen to learn? Either at school or even to set them up for their future, be it at university or later on in their career – or even as a hobby? Python is one of the most […]
Computers are everywhere, changing every industry on the planet. The Hour of Code is a global movement by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to teach students about coding and computer science. The event takes place during Computer Science Education Week, which is December 7-13th this year. It’s an opportunity for every child to learn how […]
Minecraft, sound familiar? I am sure many of you have heard of Minecraft, a popular block-building game that has taken the internet by storm since it first released in 2009. Minecraft is very much like digital LEGO whereby children can create absolutely anything using digital building blocks and then learn how to navigate their Minecraft […]
Many countries around the world are facing a second lockdown. In the UK, the second lockdown commenced earlier this month. That means family outings, children’s activities, and anything social is a no-go. It is a downer that Lockdown 2.0 is expected only to end early December with likely chances of an extension. Nonetheless, staying indoors […]
As the world has become more reliant on remote settings, new technologies, and virtual worlds, video games have become more popular than ever. Video games enchant us with curiosity and exploration. They can transport us to different worlds without the typical limits of physical movement. With the video game industries growing popularity, the demand for […]
Do you aspire to study Engineering at Glasgow University, Imperial College, or Stanford University? Perhaps you want to be a programmer at Apple or Google. Whatever it is, our hand-picked tutors are here to inspire you to go after your dreams. We know many young people are interested in studying Engineering at University and that […]
Just For Fun
The world of gifts for a tech-savvy youngster can be like finding a needle in a haystack but don’t worry, we have you covered! From hands-on electronics, robotics to problem-solving games, at Fire Tech, we believe the more inventive the better and we’ve got some fantastic Christmas gift ideas that fit the bill. During the […]
One thing we love most at the end of each course is hearing from the students about their Fire Tech experience. After week one of October half-term, we caught up with Rohan, a 14-year-old living in London, who attended our Senior Adventures in Artificial Intelligence course. What did you create/make/build/code this week? Rohan: We made […]
Fire Tech’s After School Clubs for kids are online part-time tech courses that offer inclusive, play-filled opportunities for your child to learn STEM subjects while making friends. These online After School Clubs run as weekly sessions to ensure young people have a consistent social activity and engagement with tech to continue to aid their personal […]
We spoke with Abigael, a Fire Tech tutor, about all things tech, including her journey into STEM, her teaching experience, who inspires her, and what excites her about the future of technology. Tell us a bit about yourself and what you studied. Abigael: I have just graduated with a degree in Material Science Engineering at […]
October half-term and Halloween is fast approaching! There is no scarier thought than entertaining your kids during gloomy weather, whilst social distancing. Technology is great, Netflix and Youtube may be obvious choices, but we at Fire Tech are huge believers that not all screen time is created equal. Watching gaming videos on YouTube may be […]
Fire Tech, the edtech company that runs cutting-edge tech camps for 8 to 17-year-olds, is now working in partnership with the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Fire Tech’s online tech camps inspire and educate students about the technologies that are shaping the world around us. They are made up of engaging challenges that bring technology to […]
13th October 2020 Fire Tech, the edtech company that runs cutting-edge tech camps for 8 to 17-year-olds, is today launching a revolutionary way for young people to experience tech careers. Virtual Work Experience Fire Tech’s Virtual Work Experience gives teens aged 15 to 19 exposure to life in a tech company, accessible from anywhere in […]
5th October 2020 Fire Tech, the edtech company that runs cutting-edge tech camps for 8 to 17-year-olds, is one of five edtech startups accepted onto this year’s WISE Accelerator, one of the world’s leading programmes for edtech startups. The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE), an initiative of Qatar Foundation (QF), aims to help the […]
When the BLM movement burst on the scene last spring, many companies filled up their social media with BLM images and memes. We felt this wasn’t enough. It’s easy to be a hashtag-activist but if we were concerned about systemic racism, was that going to help? And could we credibly say that we were investing […]
We love sharing student stories! We caught up with Judicael who attended our Teen Coding with Python and Coding Games with Java courses over 7 years ago! Hear from him as we ask him about his experience and what impact it had on his education. 1. How long have you been taking courses with Fire […]
I woke up this morning to the planes flying into Heathrow and a nip in the air. After the strangest six months ever – with very few planes and weather than felt more like Spain than London, not to mention all the more obvious anomalies of life under lockdown. This week my son goes back […]
In our latest interview series, Fire Tech UK Country Manager, Ed Halliday, speaks with four experts working in the AI, Tech & Data Industries. This interview is with AI expert Di Mayze, the Global Head of Data and AI at WPP, a global Creative Agency. We ask her what her role involves and what WPP […]
Last week marked the 100th day since the UK has been in lockdown. Carrying out the majority of our daily activities in an enclosed space can be a strange feeling. Frustrating for some and relaxing for others, either way, it is starting to feel monotonous for most of us. We want to inject colour and […]
Summer is here at last! The sun is shining and, after months inside, lockdown restrictions are easing. That means that Fire Tech summer camps are here, ready to give you a summer to remember! So, if you’re still wondering whether to use these months to explore and create with tech on a Fire Tech course, […]
Love creating new things with technology? Introducing our brand-new summer weekly Maker Monday sessions! Learn how to build video games, create art or design in Adobe Photoshop – and win prizes for the best ideas. WEEKLY LIVE WORKSHOPS Students aged 9-17 are invited to learn how to use technology to create amazing new things. Led […]
As part of our #CreateYourSummer campaign, we’d love to inspire and remind everyone that age is just a number, and share 10 stories of young people under the age of 25 who have accomplished awesome things in STEM. 1. Sam Houghton Sam from Derbyshire was named Britain’s youngest inventor when he created his first invention […]
Dear Fire Tech families, Summer is nearly upon us! We know that your plans for the school holidays will look very different this year, and we have been working hard to bring the same joy of summer camps to our students in these new circumstances. I wanted to update you on how Fire Tech aims […]
The Longitude Explorer Prize (LEP), run by Nesta, the leading innovation organisation, gives young innovators an opportunity to develop ideas for AI-powered technology to help transform the world around them. Fire Tech are delighted to be the training partner for this high-profile prize, and to support the 39 finalists teams to develop and refine their […]
Interviews
Kids are making, coding and learning all about the hottest tech Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Fire Tech’s brand-new online courses Junior Adventures In Artificial Intelligence and Senior Adventures In Artificial Intelligence. To spark interest and continue inspiring kids and teens, Fire Tech’s UK Country Manager Ed Halliday interviews three experts currently working in the AI […]
Fire Tech has delivered 50,000 learning experiences to young people around the globe. Whilst we love our face-to-face camps, our online courses give us the opportunity to reach kids who may not otherwise get to experience our camps. The online courses connect our world-class curriculum, brilliant tutors, and project-based learning style directly to kids in […]
This week, we caught up with Olivia, a 12-year-old Fire Tech Camper, who attended our Junior Artificial Intelligence week-long remote learning course last week. What did you create/make/build/code this week? “We made a few different things this week. My main project that I worked on was coding a quiz and we used a program called […]
Looking to engage and educate your child with the exciting future of technology? In our latest E-book: A Young Person’s Guide To The Future of Tech learn all about 5G, Influencers, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence and everything in between! Hear first-hand from AI industry expert Prof. Michael Luck, start up co-founder Olga Kravchenko, world expert on […]
We caught up with Evie, an 11-year-old Fire Tech Camper, who joined one of our Python Online Hackathons last week, and has just finished our Junior Artificial Intelligence week-long remote learning course this week. Her Father told us, “It is fantastic what Fire Tech are doing. I’m especially impressed about how we’ve been able to […]
This week, we caught up with Kaya, a 13-year-old Fire Tech Camper, who attended our Teen Coding with Python week-long remote learning course last week. Her mother told us, “Both my kids have loved their camps. I’ve been able to work this week without any disturbance. The tutors and entire Fire Tech team are fantastic […]
Are you up for the challenge? Register now for our hackathon tomorrow (Friday 17th April). Our expert curriculum developers are inspiring curious minds, sparking STEM interest all while teaching and challenging children in our weekly hackathons. These online hackathons are engaging and fun and have been SELL OUT – check out our project highlights so […]
Since introducing our Online Hackathons last week, we’ve had hundreds of kids and teens SELL OUT these interactive remote learning sessions! These free hackathons are fun, engaging and give kids and teens a first-hand look at what our brand-new Remote Learning Courses are like. Our experts are running three weekly Online Hackathons: Monday: Games Jam […]
This week, we caught up with Matteo, a 9-year-old Fire Tech Camper, who attended our Junior Augmented and Virtual Reality 5-day remote learning course last week. His mother told us, “Matteo absolutely loved the week! I could hear him laughing from the other room, he was having a really great time. His tutor was really […]
Dear Parent Community, We understand this is a busy time for you, we are confined to our homes, schools are closed and kids are demanding your full attention. We have put together some useful tips for you to ease the pressure of being the parent and teacher all in one. Stay positive: The Happy News […]
19 March 2020 Fire Tech, the edtech company that runs cutting-edge tech camps for 9 to 17 year olds, is looking to support students stuck at home due to the coronavirus pandemic by launching new remote tech courses. Fire Tech’s remote tech camps inspire and educate students about the technologies that are shaping the world […]
31st March 2020 Children from across the UK are designing apps aimed at helping NHS working access quality food during the coronavirus pandemic. Thanks to Fire Tech, an education tech company offering remote classes to help parents home school children, over 100 children aged between 9 and 16 have already taken part in a social […]
Dear Fire Tech family, COVID-19 is impacting us all. As your child’s safety is always our first concern, and given the latest news about the virus, we are cancelling our face to face courses this April. Your options:As we noted in the email we sent out last week, if you have booked an Easter camp […]
This week, we spoke with one of our inspiring tutor alumni Milton, who recently graduated with a degree in Coding and Design from Ravensbourne University. Milton has worked with Fire Tech for several years now, he’s taught our holiday camps and after-school clubs alongside his studies and was part of the team in Summer 2018 […]
Coding is part of the discipline of Computer Science which itself is defined by the term ‘Computational Thinking’. Seymor Papert, the renowned mathematician, computer scientist, and educator, wrote in his seminal book Mindstorms: Children, Computers, and Powerful Ideas (1980) that computational thinking is a ‘mode of thought’. It is a thinking discipline which, Papert claimed, […]
It’s the unique mix of technical and creative which makes game design and development such a popular career choice for young people. With a starting salary in the high twenties, it is a great career path for those with a passion for programming, software, gameplay, narrative and graphics. The industry has two main specialisms: game […]
