A first step into robotics.
In FIRST LEGO League Discover, teams of up to four students explore real-world themes like Space, Archeology and Oceans. Using LEGO DUPLO elements as a foundation, we encourage creative idea building and thinking of solutions to challenges in the theme areas.
Teams share their journey, ideas, models, and STEM skills at the end of each session. Throughout their experience, teams operate under the FIRST Core Values, celebrating discovery and teamwork while having fun.
What kids get out of it
A hands-on introduction to
- Good habits of learning
- Core Values
- Engineering concepts
Helps kids develop skills in
- Creativity
- Teamwork
- Communication and presentations
- Problem-solving, and more
This season: BIOGLOW
Join us for our 2026-2027 biodiversity-themed robotics season, part of FIRST CANOPY.
Nothing on Earth thrives alone. Every gene, species, and ecosystem is part of a rich web of biological diversity that powers clean air, fresh water, and food. With STEM as their tool and nature as inspiration, today’s boldest innovators are finding new ways to strengthen the connections that protect our shared home.
The practical details
Cost
$325
All-inclusive, per participant, for the fall program.
W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Community Robotics is a not-for-profit organization and is volunteer-run; we do our best to make our programs affordable and accessible to everyone. Bursaries may be available to qualifying families. For more information contact info@wafflesrobotics.com.
When
Wednesdays, 5:00 to 6:00pm
One-hour sessions every week at 575 Victoria Street. The first meeting is Wednesday, September 9, and the program runs for 10 sessions.
Meetings are scheduled in our public Google calendar.
Ages
4 to 6
Minimum age 4 and maximum age 6, enforced as of September 1, 2026.
Staying in touch
By email
Our Discover and Explore programs communicate using email.
For summer sessions, see the summer sessions page.
Registration terms. Payment for the session is due at the time of registration. Registration is non-refundable. If a cancellation request is made after registration, refunds (less a $75 administration fee) can only be issued if we are able to fill the spot from our waitlist.
How to join
Find the program that fits your child’s age. The LEGO programs need registration, so join our mailing list to hear when it opens. For the FRC team, come out to a meeting to check out the team, no commitment. Email info@wafflesrobotics.com and we will tell you when the next one is.
Everything meets at 575 Victoria Street in Kingston. No experience is needed for any program, and bursaries may be available for families who need them.