Week #2 – 2025 Summer Bootcamp (8-12 Yrs.): July 21 – 25 (5 days)

(Bilingual camp taught in a combination of Dutch and English by a professional, native-Dutch speaking teacher. Due to generous corporate donations, subsidized spots are available for children from a low-income families with a Stadspas.)

NewTechKids is celebrating 10 years of teaching its popular computer science bootcamps to kids in Amsterdam and visitors from all over the world.

During this NewTechKids school holiday bootcamp held at the Amsterdam Public Library, kids ages 8-12 will be introduced to tech invention and learn how to design, build and code robots and tech prototypes.

Working in pairs and using LEGO robotics kits and art supplies, kids will design, build and code using their imagination and creativity. They’ll learn about design concepts (resources, requirements, testing, iteration, best practices) and computer science concepts (coding, algorithms, commands, loops, sequence, iteration, if-else logic, etc.). They’ll present their robots to their peers and parents at the end of each day.

Our camp is ideal for children with no previous exposure to design and computer science and those who have previously participated in NewTechKids programs. Girls are welcome!

Children who successfully complete the bootcamp will receive a NewTechKids diploma.

Classes will take place everyday from 10:00 – 14:00 on the following dates:

July 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25, 2025

This bilingual camp will be taught by a native Dutch-speaking professional teacher with specialised training in computer science. The curriculum and workshops are based on NewTechKids’ pedagogy which focuses on concept-context learning and the use of tangible learning tools.

A morning drink and snack will be provided. Children are required to bring their own lunches, including utensils and cups.

A minimum of 16 students is required to offer this bootcamp. Registrants will be notified 3 days prior if the camp is cancelled and a full refund will be provided.

Location: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Oosterdokskade 143, Junior Lab in basement (5-minute walk from Centraal Station)

Regular Fee: €296.92 (includes VAT and Eventbrite registration fee)

Fee for Children with Stadspas (4 spots available): €25 (includes VAT and Eventbrite registration fee)