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Students and mentors at RoboticGen

Find Your Child's
Superpower Here

Secure your child's future by empowering them with skills for the 21st Century. We are a skills incubator where children (ages 8–15) become innovators, problem‑solvers, and leaders.

STEM.org AccreditedTrusted by top professionals

Backed by Alumni & Ecosystem

Every child has a superpower. We help them find it.

Expert-guided pathways designed for curious minds aged 8–15

Pathway landscape
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Robotics

Build and program real robots. Learn electronics, mechanics, and embedded systems through hands-on projects.

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Programming & AI

Master coding fundamentals, explore artificial intelligence, and build smart applications from scratch.

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Problem Solving

Develop critical thinking and analytical skills through puzzle-based challenges and competitions.

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Product Development

Turn ideas into real products. Learn design thinking, prototyping, and entrepreneurship skills.

What makes our academy unique?

We take care of the whole process, and make sure you reach great heights!

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Truly 1-on-1 Mentoring

Not group classes. Every child gets a dedicated mentor matched to their personality and learning style, every single week.

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Gamified Learning with Obo Junior

Kids don't sit through lectures. They join Obo Junior on an epic quest, solving real challenges and building projects that feel like an adventure.

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Self-Paced, Project-Based Progress

No one gets left behind or held back. Students move through levels at their own speed, completing hands-on projects every 2–4 weeks.

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STEM.org Internationally Accredited

One of the few academies in Sri Lanka with globally recognised accreditation. Certificates mean something beyond our walls.

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Competition-Ready

We don't just teach; we build champions. Students compete locally (Coolest Projects SL, FTC) and on global stages.

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Parent Visibility Built In

Real-time progress tracking via the Obo Nexus platform, weekly mentor updates, and monthly parent meetings. You're never in the dark.

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Journey, Not a Course

A long-term progression path from Foundation to Advanced, designed to grow with your child for years — not just a few weeks.

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Home-Delivered Maker Kits

Custom-designed hardware kits delivered to your door. Hands-on learning from day one, no matter where you are.

Our Students

Live it. Love it. Learn it.

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Kid with robot obstacle course
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Mentor helping kids with laptops
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Kids pair programming with robot
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Group cheering at innovation event
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Unleash boundless opportunities! Our program, backed by industry leaders, links students to a dynamic network of innovation and expertise.

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Projects Completed

Competitions

We Don't Just Teach — We Build Champions

From the Classroom to the World Stage

🏆 Coolest Projects Sri Lanka 2025

5 winners across Game Development, Scratch, Artificial Intelligence & Advanced Programming categories

🏆 Coolest Projects Sri Lanka 2024

3 winners including Most Popular Project awards

RoboticGen Competitions
Makerspace

Our Makerspace — Where Ideas Become Reality

Beyond the screen, your child can join our vibrant physical Makerspace for collaborative challenges. A place to meet fellow innovators, work in teams, and get face-to-face guidance from expert mentors.

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Team Challenges

Collaborative projects that build teamwork and leadership.

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Physical Tools

Hands-on access to robotics kits, 3D printers, and more.

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Build Together

Every Saturday 9 AM – 2 PM at our Colombo makerspace.

📍 NCINGA Premises, Parkland 1, Park Street, Colombo 02

RoboticGen Makerspace
Obo Nexus Platform

Monitor Your Child's Growth

View student leaderboards, track project completions, enroll for challenges and new projects, and view rankings and course progress — all in one place.

Visit Obo Nexus →
Obo Nexus Platform
Testimonials

See what our students and parents have to share

⭐ What students say about their mentors

Today was amazing! We didn't complete another project, but she gave me a lot of tips and ways to improve my project. Soo lucky to be her student!

Senuli

Student

His method of teaching makes me wanna learn more. Amazing.

Thaadi

Student

She was helpful and explained things so nicely. It's one of my favourite sessions.

Dulina

Student

I learnt a lot about functions — parameters, calling functions, and the difference between = and ==. He helped me revise a lot of things and taught me new things too.

Tohan

Student

He was the best as always. He helped me a lot throughout this session — thank you!

Deneth

Student

She did not let me play games and also played a meme... Just kidding, she is a good teacher!

Dilaian

Student

The mentor was kind and polite — extremely helpful with all doubts and did all tasks fast.

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Shimaz

Student

He is the 2nd best mentor I had!!! We are so close to finishing the game.

Shenaal

Student

It was really interesting, and my mentor helped me set up everything in an understandable way. This really made things easier.

Lakindu

Student

It was so much fun to learn with my mentor 😁

Trevin

Student

Today was amazing! We didn't complete another project, but she gave me a lot of tips and ways to improve my project. Soo lucky to be her student!

Senuli

Student

His method of teaching makes me wanna learn more. Amazing.

Thaadi

Student

She was helpful and explained things so nicely. It's one of my favourite sessions.

Dulina

Student

I learnt a lot about functions — parameters, calling functions, and the difference between = and ==. He helped me revise a lot of things and taught me new things too.

Tohan

Student

He was the best as always. He helped me a lot throughout this session — thank you!

Deneth

Student

She did not let me play games and also played a meme... Just kidding, she is a good teacher!

Dilaian

Student

The mentor was kind and polite — extremely helpful with all doubts and did all tasks fast.

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Shimaz

Student

He is the 2nd best mentor I had!!! We are so close to finishing the game.

Shenaal

Student

It was really interesting, and my mentor helped me set up everything in an understandable way. This really made things easier.

Lakindu

Student

It was so much fun to learn with my mentor 😁

Trevin

Student

Good! It was fun! I learnt and enjoyed my first session!

Thenuja

Student

She is excellent — very friendly, a very good teacher, a very good listener.

Methula

Student

He helped me a lot to understand the things I could not understand. He finished coding a game with me!

Thinaal

Student

He was really good and explained the lesson well. I really liked the session.

Sesara

Student

Yeah, he taught me a lot of things about 3D designing. It was really cool.

Shawin

Student

I learned about python objects and how to use them. The mentoring was great as usual. Can't wait to finish making the timer.

Chamod

Student

Today I completed my lego block project. All good and clear explanations given from her.

Janan

Student

The mentor was very funny and kind — told me a lot that I didn't know.

Ranuda

Student

Excellent — no words to explain.

Selini

Student

I completed the Measure Distance task with my mentor. Yes, he was very helpful. I got more information about coding.

Sayul

Student

Good! It was fun! I learnt and enjoyed my first session!

Thenuja

Student

She is excellent — very friendly, a very good teacher, a very good listener.

Methula

Student

He helped me a lot to understand the things I could not understand. He finished coding a game with me!

Thinaal

Student

He was really good and explained the lesson well. I really liked the session.

Sesara

Student

Yeah, he taught me a lot of things about 3D designing. It was really cool.

Shawin

Student

I learned about python objects and how to use them. The mentoring was great as usual. Can't wait to finish making the timer.

Chamod

Student

Today I completed my lego block project. All good and clear explanations given from her.

Janan

Student

The mentor was very funny and kind — told me a lot that I didn't know.

Ranuda

Student

Excellent — no words to explain.

Selini

Student

I completed the Measure Distance task with my mentor. Yes, he was very helpful. I got more information about coding.

Sayul

Student

Introducing Our Advisors

Brilliant minds who guide us with their wealth of expertise and insight.

Mr. Imal Kalutotage

Chairman NCINGA / Entrepreneur

25+ years experience, MBA UoC, BSc UoM

Dr. Thanuja Ambegoda

Senior Lecturer of AI, CSE, UoM

Ph.D & M.Sc. ETH, B.Sc. UoM

Ms. Thilini Malalasena

STEM Curriculum Specialist

20+ years experience

Why We Built RoboticGen Academy

Deepana Ishtaweera — Founder, RoboticGen
“In today's world, knowledge is everywhere — what truly matters is the ability to think critically, solve problems creatively, and explain ideas clearly. At RoboticGen Academy, we believe every child is born with a unique superpower, and our mission is to help them discover it early. We empower young minds to become confident creators and changemakers in a tech-driven world.”

Deepana Ishtaweera

Founder, RoboticGen

🎓 PhD Candidate · ETH Zurich🥇 MSc Robotics · Distinction · ETH Zurich🏅 BSc Gold Medalist · Moratuwa📊 GCE A/L · Island Rank 5🔬 Robotics Researcher · Switzerland

Presenting our exceptional team

Dedicated individuals of talent, passion, and expertise ready to make a positive impact!

RoboticGen Team

We Provide the Tools, You Bring the Ideas 🛠️

Custom-designed Maker Kits delivered to your door · See pricing →

OboPlay Kit

OboPlay Kit 🤖

Your child's first step into the world of electronics and embedded programming. The OboPlay Kit comes packed with an ESP32 Devkit, OLED display, breadboard, sensors (PIR, ultrasonic, LDR), servo, buzzer, LEDs, and everything needed to build real working projects — from smart devices to interactive gadgets. No soldering, no fuss — just plug, code, and create.

OboCar Kit

OboCar Kit 🚗

Build your own intelligent robot car from scratch! The OboCar is an ESP32-powered robot capable of line following, wall following, and much more — all programmable by your child. Comes complete with motor controller, OLED display, buttons, buzzer, and everything needed to bring it to life. A hands-on deep dive into robotics, autonomous systems, and real-world engineering challenges.

OboTool Kit

OboTool Kit 🔧

Every young engineer needs the right tools. The OboTool Kit equips your child with a professional-grade toolkit — Multimeter, Vernier Caliper, Glue Gun, Screwdriver Set, Plier, Safety Goggles, and Gloves. Built for hands-on makers, it prepares students to build, measure, and create with confidence and safety.

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