Code Quest: A Micro:bit Treasure Hunt
Cookridge Village scout group
Description
Code Quest is a multi-session coding experience for Cubs and Scouts aged 8–14, using the BBC micro:bit to develop digital skills and creativity. The project will run over several weekly section meetings, with each group completing at least 240 minutes of learning, in line with Meet and Code guidelines.
In the initial sessions, participants will explore block-based coding using the MakeCode editor. They'll develop key programming concepts—inputs, outputs, loops, variables, and radio signals—through a series of small hands-on challenges like digital dice and step counters. These skills will then be applied in the Micro:bit Treasure Hunt, a collaborative activity where young people code devices to act as beacons and trackers to find hidden items.
The sessions are designed to be engaging, practical, and inclusive, helping participants earn their Digital Maker Staged Activity Badge (Stage 2) and build confidence in coding.
The event will be delivered with:
Two Cub Packs (ages 8–10½)
One Scout Troop (ages 10½–14)
Optional sessions for other local Cub groups in the area
Target group and equity focus:
Our Scout groups serve families in LS16 and LS18, areas that include pockets of high deprivation and financial hardship. Many of our young people come from low-income or disadvantaged economic backgrounds, with limited access to digital resources or extracurricular STEM learning. This project will provide free, high-quality digital education in a supportive and familiar environment, removing financial barriers and helping close the digital skills gap.
Goals of the event:
Deliver accessible, engaging digital learning outside of school
Support achievement of Scouts’ digital skills badges
Build confidence in technology and problem-solving
Inspire curiosity in digital making and potential future STEM careers
What makes it special:
The treasure hunt is fun and active, combining tech learning with teamwork and play. It brings code to life in a way that’s exciting and memorable—especially for children who learn best through doing.
Registration & access:
Free sessions will be offered through our Scout groups. If funded, the micro:bits will continue to be used across the local area to support further digital making.
In the initial sessions, participants will explore block-based coding using the MakeCode editor. They'll develop key programming concepts—inputs, outputs, loops, variables, and radio signals—through a series of small hands-on challenges like digital dice and step counters. These skills will then be applied in the Micro:bit Treasure Hunt, a collaborative activity where young people code devices to act as beacons and trackers to find hidden items.
The sessions are designed to be engaging, practical, and inclusive, helping participants earn their Digital Maker Staged Activity Badge (Stage 2) and build confidence in coding.
The event will be delivered with:
Two Cub Packs (ages 8–10½)
One Scout Troop (ages 10½–14)
Optional sessions for other local Cub groups in the area
Target group and equity focus:
Our Scout groups serve families in LS16 and LS18, areas that include pockets of high deprivation and financial hardship. Many of our young people come from low-income or disadvantaged economic backgrounds, with limited access to digital resources or extracurricular STEM learning. This project will provide free, high-quality digital education in a supportive and familiar environment, removing financial barriers and helping close the digital skills gap.
Goals of the event:
Deliver accessible, engaging digital learning outside of school
Support achievement of Scouts’ digital skills badges
Build confidence in technology and problem-solving
Inspire curiosity in digital making and potential future STEM careers
What makes it special:
The treasure hunt is fun and active, combining tech learning with teamwork and play. It brings code to life in a way that’s exciting and memorable—especially for children who learn best through doing.
Registration & access:
Free sessions will be offered through our Scout groups. If funded, the micro:bits will continue to be used across the local area to support further digital making.
Location
Age group
8 - 14
Difficulty
Type Offline-Event
Date 29.09.2025 18:30 - 20:00
06.10.2025 18:30 - 20:00
13.10.2025 18:30 - 20:00
Address Cookridge Village Scout Group, Pinfold Lane
LS16 7SY Leeds
Max. Participants 25
You want to take part in? Please contact our local contact person.
Participation is free.
Contact Cookridge Village scout group
Website: https://www.cvsg.co.uk/
Mail of contact person: louise.whitehouse@cvsg.co.uk
Social media https://www.facebook.com/CookridgeVillageScoutGroup/
https://www.cvsg.co.uk/
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Difficulty
Type Offline-Event
Date 29.09.2025 18:30 - 20:00
06.10.2025 18:30 - 20:00
13.10.2025 18:30 - 20:00
Address Cookridge Village Scout Group, Pinfold Lane
LS16 7SY Leeds
Max. Participants 25
You want to take part in? Please contact our local contact person.Participation is free.
Contact Cookridge Village scout group
Website: https://www.cvsg.co.uk/Mail of contact person: louise.whitehouse@cvsg.co.uk
Social media https://www.facebook.com/CookridgeVillageScoutGroup/
https://www.cvsg.co.uk/
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