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Tech Den Academy

Structured digital skills, gaming-based learning and practical tech education.

Tech Den Academy is the main live learning division of the group. It combines practical tech learning, gaming-based sessions, coding, creativity, digital confidence, home education friendly delivery and learner support into one local system.

Free Play: 0.5 creditsStandard Session: 1 creditSpecialist Class: 2 creditsPremium 1:1: 6 creditsWalk-in ladder from £20Shared household creditsSEN-friendly support

Confirmed Academy access model

Free Play

0.5 credits

Standard Session

1 credit

Specialist Class

2 credits

Premium 1:1

6 credits

What Academy covers

Structured sessions built around practical progress.

Learning, support and confidence-building paths that still feel modern and engaging.

Gaming and creation

Gaming and Creation

Gaming leads into logic, teamwork, creativity, Roblox builds, and structured challenges.

Digital design and content

Digital Design and Content

Learn design, editing, posters, thumbnails, video basics, and creative software skills.

Websites, AI and digital tools

Websites, AI and Digital Tools

Build websites, use AI tools well, and grow digital confidence.

Build, repair and engineering

Build, Repair and Engineering

Hands-on PC, repair, CAD, electronics, and engineering sessions.

Support and confidence

Support and Confidence

SEN support, home education modules, adult skills, and 1 to 1 coaching.

Events and community

Events and Community

Parties, private hire, family sessions, food, and a calmer parent space.

Session credit costs

Different sessions use different credit amounts.

Academy credits are used for Academy bookings only.

Open access computer use

Free Play

0.5 credits

Structured group session

Standard Session

1 credit

Focused skill-based session

Specialist Class

2 credits

Dedicated one-to-one support

Premium 1:1

6 credits

Different sessions use different credit amounts depending on support level, equipment use, and session type.

Credits and memberships give better value than walk-in pricing.

Credit packs

Buy only what your household needs.

Credit packs last 60 days and can be shared across your household.

£10 per credit

Pay As You Go - £10

1 credit. Valid for 60 days.

Best for standard sessionsUse for kids or adultsShared for 60 days

£9 per credit

5 Credit Pack - £45

5 credits. Valid for 60 days.

5 shared household creditsGood for short blocksValid for 60 days

£8 per credit

10 Credit Pack - £80

10 credits. Valid for 60 days.

10 shared household creditsGood for regular bookingValid for 60 days

£7 per credit

20 Credit Pack - £140

20 credits. Valid for 60 days.

20 shared household creditsBest pack valueValid for 60 days

Memberships

Memberships reward regular booking.

Monthly credits reset every 30 days and stay shared across your household.

£6 per credit

Solo Plan - £60/month

10 credits every 30 days.

10 credits every 30 daysShared if neededGood for weekly use

£5.50 per credit

Duo Plan - £110/month

20 credits every 30 days.

20 credits every 30 daysGood for two learnersBetter than repeat packs

£5 per credit

Family Plan - £150/month

30 credits every 30 days.

30 credits every 30 daysStrong fit for familiesShared household balance

£4.75 per credit

Family Plus - £190/month

40 credits every 30 days.

40 credits every 30 daysBest monthly rateBuilt for frequent booking

Walk-in ladder

Walk-in pricing stays separate from Academy credits.

Walk-in access is available, but it costs more each time.

First walk-in hour

£20

Best for a one-off visit.

Second walk-in hour

£25

Your next paid walk-in costs more.

Third walk-in hour

£30

The ladder keeps rising with repeated walk-ins.

Fourth walk-in hour

£35

Regular use is better value on credits or membership.

Fifth and later

£40 cap

Walk-ins cap at £40 per paid hour.

Why credits work better

Regular users get stronger value from credits.

Walk-ins are there for one-off access, not the best ongoing rate.

Walk-in access is available, but it costs more each time.
Credits and memberships give better value than walk-in pricing.
One shared household balance works across children, teens, and adults.

Booking policy

Clear rules before you book.

Straightforward credit handling, cancellations and reschedules.

Free Play: 0.5 credits
Standard Session: 1 credit
Specialist Class: 2 credits
Premium 1:1: 6 credits
Different sessions use different credit amounts depending on support level, equipment use, and session type
Walk-ins start at £20 and rise to a £40 cap
Walk-in pricing increases each time. Credits and memberships give better value
Credits are reserved when you book
Credits are used when your session starts
No-shows deduct after 10 minutes
Late arrival does not extend the session
Each booking can be rescheduled once
Admin may refund genuine exceptional cases
Credits stay with your household
Packs last 60 days
Membership credits reset every 30 days
Bookings depend on available spaces
One small 3D print included
Larger prints may cost extra

Learning pathways

Learning starts in one place and can grow from there.

Practical projects and support-led progression sit behind the Academy experience.

Pathway 1

Gaming to coding

Roblox and game making can lead into logic, scripting, and problem solving.

Pathway 2

Design to content

Design, posters, branding, and video work build creative confidence.

Pathway 3

Design to 3D Print

Start with an idea. End with a finished print.

Pathway 4

Hardware to engineering

PC teardown, repairs, CAD, and electronics build practical confidence.

Pathway 5

Web to AI

Websites, AI tools, and automation build useful modern skills.

Pathway 6

Confidence to independence

Support sessions can lead into confidence, social skills, and independence.

Support the launch

Tech Head OG’s and donations help shape the Academy.

Early supporters and practical equipment support both help Tech Den Academy launch stronger.

Tech Head OG’s support the first stage of the Academy launch.
Donated equipment can become repair projects, rebuilds and learning stations.
Both forms of support help create a stronger local setup for learners and families.

Help Build Tech Den Academy

Donate equipment or support the setup.

Usable, repairable and parts-grade tech can still help. We also welcome practical setup support, learning resources and useful local business backing.

Why Tech Den exists

Built for families who want practical, supportive tech learning.

Tech Den Academy grew from a clear local need for practical, confidence-building ways to learn through technology.

The aim is to create a supportive space where children, teens, adults, SEN learners and home educated learners can build real skills through creativity, projects and steady progress.

Why this matters

Learning should feel practical
Confidence matters as much as skill
Families need clear, flexible support
Tech should open doors, not create pressure

Next steps

Book, price up, or apply to work with the Academy.

Tech Den Academy is ready to book today as the main live learning offer within Tech Den Group.