The program
A learning journey, not a coding camp
The HelloMaker program helps young people build a healthy, capable relationship with technology. Through workshops and mentoring, they move from curious explorers to makers who understand not just how technology works, but why it matters.
Three stages
Explorer, Maker, Changer
Each stage builds the skills and mindsets for the next. Young people join at the level that fits them. Prior stages are helpful, not required.
HelloExplorer
Without touching a computer, or even talking about code, we unpack the chronological origins of modern tech.
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HelloMaker
Technology timelines, inventions and ideas are explored to make sense of where we are with digital tech today.
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HelloChanger
Using current events and lived experience, we explore the often unexplored aspects of digital technology in our lives.
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Where, when & how
Delivered to suit you
- Homeschool programA regular face-to-face program in the Northern Rivers, designed for homeschooling and unschooling families. Structured as a series so understanding builds progressively.
- One-on-one & group mentoringSmall group and individual sessions in the Northern Rivers, where young makers explore, experiment and bring their own ideas to life.
- School & community workshopsOne-off workshops for schools, festivals and community events around the country, covering a single topic in depth.
- Online learningFlexible online experiences for young people who prefer to learn remotely or live in regional and remote areas.
- Mobile MakerspaceOur vision: a trailer equipped as an outdoor classroom, bringing tools and materials directly to underserved communities.
One-off workshops
Single topics, in depth
Once a young person has the foundations, these standalone workshops build specific know-how. Ideal for schools, festivals and community events.
Robotics, Programming & Code
From physical build to working program. Young people wire up a machine, then write the instructions that bring it to life.
Web Development
How the web actually works, then building something real on it. Structure, style and publishing a page of their own.
Staying Safe Online
Practical, non-alarmist skills for the situations young people actually encounter, and the confidence to ask for help.
Next step
Come and have a look
Tell me about your young person and I’ll be in touch about what’s coming up.