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Creative Computing Club: Spooky Game Design (Ages 9-12)

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Get coding and making on a Saturday at our monthly programming club at the Science Oxford Centre

Would you like to play a game? Young coders design their very own ghastly game for the spooky season using Microsoft MakeCode Arcade this October. Your super-scientist Avatar could spot invaders, catch ghouls or fly into Space on rocket powered broomsticks! Spookily-good fun.

Suitable for ages 9-12

Children must be accompanied by an adult during the club and all our activities are designed for adults and children to work together. Led by our expert club leaders, try out bespoke activities designed to provide science-inspired fun challenges. There is a different theme each week so we and you are always learning something new!

What is included in your ticket:

90 minute club session for one child and accompanying adult

Access to:

– Access to the woodland, Water Lab and outdoor areas from 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

– Parking (limited availability)

What is NOT included:

Access to the Exploration Zone

Event Details

Emira’s Kitchen café is open from 10am-4pm. Families are welcome to bring picnics and snacks to eat at our lunch tables.

Additional Support

If you are attending a club and require a carer ticket, please get in touch to discuss how best we can support yourself or your child to access the activities. Please contact us for more information at events@scienceoxford.com.

Sessions:

10am – 11.30am

12.30pm – 2.00pm

£14 per club ticket (includes booking fee)

£5 additional adult ticket admittance to Science Club and outside areas and the visitor cafe. All attendees need a ticket.

Science Oxford Centre visiting information and FAQs please visit here.

For information on our refund policy and event terms and conditions visit here.

Contact events@scienceoxford.com or call 01865 810000

Details

Date:
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-computing-club-spooky-game-design-ages-9-12-tickets-990258669337

Venue

Science Oxford Centre
Quarry Road, Headington
Oxford, Oxfordshire OX3 8SB United Kingdom
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Organiser

Science Oxford
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