Player Ready Level-Up: Subjects & Curriculum

SUBJECTS LIST FOR PLAYER READY LEVEL UP: LOCAL AUTHORITY ASSURED ALTERNATIVE PROVISION & OFSTED REGISTERED AFTER-SCHOOL CLUBS. 

PLAYER READY SUBJECTS & CURRICULUM 

STEM | CODING | VIDEO | DIGITAL ART | GAME DEVELOPMENT | STOP ANIMATION | HARDWARE 

The Player Ready Curriculum is a dynamic and evolving pathway designed to guide young people from their first creative spark to real-world digital skills. We start in the block-based universe of Minecraft, where learners build confidence through exploration, collaboration, and design thinking. From there, they step up to Roblox Studio, unlocking the power of coding and game mechanics through Lua scripting and interactive game design.

As their technical and creative abilities develop, students transition into industry-standard platforms like Unreal Engine and Unity — learning to create immersive 3D games, simulations, and experiences that reflect professional workflows. These tools form the backbone of many future-focused careers in tech, games, and interactive media.

Alongside this progression, we already deliver hands-on learning in 3D modelling (Blender), 3D printing, sound design and FX, video editing, and digital content creation — all currently being formalised into structured, trackable courses suitable for learners of all ages.

Our curriculum doesn’t just stop at software. We’re also introducing modules on computer hardware fundamentals, basic robotics using LEGO SPIKE, and stop motion animation, giving students a chance to work across physical and digital mediums.

These programmes are perfect for beginners through to advanced learners and are also designed to support Post-16 pathways — helping young people build the skills, portfolios, and confidence needed for further education, employment, or entrepreneurship in creative and tech industries.

Whether you’re a young creator, a curious coder, or preparing for your future, the Player Ready Curriculum gives you the tools to thrive in a digital world.

AQA CENTRE NUMBER: 84612

Roblox Studio Course 1: Build Your First Obby Game (AQA Accredited)

Age Range: 8–14
Skill Level: Beginner
Duration: 6 Lessons
Tools: Roblox Studio + BlockLua (Visual Scripting)

Summary:
Unleash your creativity and become a game developer in our hands-on Roblox Studio Course for kids. In this exciting 6-week programme, young learners will build a complete Obby (obstacle course game) using Roblox Studio – the same platform behind the world’s most popular user-generated games.

This course introduces essential game development skills, including 3D design, coding with visual scripting, physics and movement, and interactive gameplay mechanics. Perfect for creative children eager to learn coding through play and take their first steps into the world of digital design.

🔍 What Children Will Learn

• Roblox Studio Navigation: Understand the layout and tools used by real developers.

• Object Manipulation: Move, resize, rotate and colour parts to design levels.

• Game Logic and Traps: Create working Kill Bricks, fake platforms, and spinning traps.

• Basic Scripting with BlockLua: Learn core programming logic through a visual interface.

• Interactive Gameplay: Build ladders, slides, disappearing platforms, conveyor belts, and more.

• Physics & Animation: Tweak friction, transparency, and use tweening to bring objects to life.

• Customisation: Use the Roblox Toolbox for decorations, skyboxes and immersive environments.

🧠 Educational Benefits

• Encourages STEM learning through game-based challenges.

• Develops problem-solving, creativity, and computational thinking.

• Introduces children to coding concepts in a visual, engaging format.

• Supports progression toward more advanced coding (Lua scripting in future courses).

🌟 Why Parents Choose This Course

• Delivered by experienced tutors who make learning fun and accessible.

• Uses a safe, moderated learning environment.

• Ideal for Roblox players who want to level up from playing to creating.

• Part of the Player Ready Curriculum, trusted by schools, local authorities, and families across the UK.

  🔗 Find out how Player Ready teaches young people to create games with Roblox Studios
  

AQA CENTRE NUMBER: 84612

🕹️ Unity Game Development (AQA Accredited)

Learn to create professional 2D and 3D games using Unity — one of the world’s leading game engines.

This course introduces learners to real coding using C#, object-oriented programming, physics, level design, and UI development. It’s ideal for learners aged 14+ aiming for game industry careers, computer science pathways, or looking to advance beyond visual scripting.

What learners will do:

💻 Code with C# to drive player movement, logic and interaction

🎮 Build playable 2D and 3D games with physics and controls

🔄 Create object pooling, scoring systems and enemy AI

🎨 Design user interfaces, menus and HUDs

🧪 Debug, test and publish their own games

📜 Gain AQA Unit Award Scheme certification across up to 4 modules

Key Features:

Ideal for learners ready to move into typed coding

Delivered online or in-venue by experienced developers and educators

Supports progression into game design, software development and digital media

A challenging and rewarding course that equips learners with real-world coding skills — perfect for advanced digital pathways and post-16 learners.

🔗 Enroll or find out more about learning Unity with Player Ready

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🧱 3D Modelling & Digital Design (AQA Accredited)

Unlock the world of digital creativity with 3D modelling, texturing and rendering.

Using tools like Tinkercad, Blender and other creative software, learners explore how 3D assets are made for games, animation and 3D printing. Perfect for artistic or design-oriented learners aged 11+, especially those in EHCP or AP pathways who benefit from visual learning.

What learners will do:

🧊 Build 3D objects, environments and characters

🎨 Apply materials, lighting and textures to bring models to life

🖼️ Render and present high-quality portfolio images

🛠️ Explore digital sculpting, mesh editing and modifiers

🖨️ Prepare models for 3D printing and physical creation

📜 Gain AQA Unit Award Scheme certification across up to 4 modules

Key Features:

Beginner-friendly and highly creative — no prior experience needed

Delivered in-venue or online by artists and designers

Mapped to creative media, product design and digital art pathways

Ideal for inspiring confidence and technical creativity in young people — supporting both personal expression and technical skills.

🔗 Find out how to add 3D Modelling to your curriculum.

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🤖 LEGO Spike Robotics (AQA Accredited)

Build and code real robots using LEGO Spike Prime kits.

This hands-on course introduces young learners to physical computing, logic and engineering by designing, programming and testing their own robotic creations. Ideal for ages 9+ and especially powerful for group learning, AP settings or SEND environments that benefit from tactile, collaborative approaches.

What learners will do:

⚙️ Build robots with motors, sensors and LEGO components

💡 Program movement, reactions and logic using Spike’s coding tools

🎯 Complete robotics challenges and obstacle courses

🧪 Test, improve and reflect on robotic design choices

🧾 Record learning through videos, journals and photos

📜 Gain AQA Unit Award Scheme certification across up to 4 modules

Key Features:

No prior coding required — perfect for entry-level or younger learners

Delivered in-venue with fully equipped robotics kits

Supports teamwork, sequencing and logical thinking

LEGO Robotics is a powerful introduction to STEM, encouraging problem-solving and perseverance in a fun, accessible format.

🔗 Find out more about Robotics & Lego Spike

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🎓 Minecraft Education Edition (AQA Accredited)

Learn, build and explore inside Minecraft — with lessons mapped to real-world subjects.

This flexible course uses Minecraft Education Edition to deliver coding, digital citizenship, sustainability and cross-curricular skills. Designed for learners aged 9–14, it’s an ideal entry point for younger learners in AP or enrichment settings.

What learners will do:

🧠 Use code blocks or Python to automate and explore the world

🏗️ Build historical landmarks, science experiments and engineering challenges

🌍 Tackle real-world issues like climate change and digital ethics

🎥 Present their work using screen recordings and reflections

📜 Gain AQA Unit Award Scheme certification across up to 4 modules

Key Features:

Runs on most devices — accessible for schools, APs and remote delivery

Beginner-friendly with lots of guided support

Perfect for KS2/KS3, SEND learners, or digital literacy goals

Minecraft Education Edition makes learning engaging, creative and flexible — ideal for building confidence, skills and curiosity across subjects.

🔗 Find out more about how we use Minecraft Education at Player Ready

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