Young Engineers Nairobi Kenya – FAQ

Answer. They really don’t. At the start of each lesson they are taught a subject, following which they are eager to get started with the construction in order that they can play with the final product. When the lesson is over, most don’t even realize how much time has passed.

A. Unfortunately, the kits used are very expensive and therefore must remain with the instructor, whom will pass them from class to class. Children do however take home what they learn, which includes physics, mathematics and engineering. That being said, you can purchase a Young Engineers Kit for your child which will be in our shelves soon.

A. The LEGO programs are mostly 75 minutes long; The Big builders program are 45. Both take place throughout the year .

A. Certainly. Our trial sessions are free of charge. In the case that you decide to continue with the program, you’ll need to pay for the entire program, which includes a charge for the trial lesson .

A. The center can answer this question. In any case, usually the yearly week-per-month average is 4.35, so on months that have 5 weeks we don’t charge more and vice versa  .

A. Staying with your child is not recommended. The goal of the program is for the child to manage by himself/herself, and try to deal with different tasks. Additionally, there is the problem that if you escort your child, every child will want his/her parents there, and this can cause problems for the instructor.

A. Up to 16 children in a classroom.

A. Each child or pair receive a kit, depending on the type and complexity of the model constructed. In cases when children work in pairs, each child constructs a different stage and at the end they connect both pieces to one model.

A. We hire instructors that have experience working with children. Each instructor has undertaken a special Young Engineers training course, which includes live field training with experienced instructors .

A. No. most of our instructors are not engineers. Yet, our instructors are very intelligent and have been qualified on our special training course. Anything children can learn and build our instructors can learn and explain.

A. Only a positive attitude and fun. We provide the rest.

A. In the course of Young Engineers enrichment programs, children are exposed to educational materials they do not usually learn in school at their age. Some adults might not even know the principles taught. As such, Young Engineers enrichment programs presents a level theoretical study platform to all. The models come with parts that enables every child to build and invent according to their passions and ability. That being said, there might be a social gap so if a 5th grader attends the Young Engineer program with many 1st graders, we recommend he attend the program with a fellow interested classmate or friend.