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From courses to journeys: why we teach through projects
A course has a start date, an end date and someone else's goal. Why we replaced courses with self-paced projects that give children a reason to learn.
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 5–16) become innovators, problem‑solvers, and leaders.
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Every child has a superpower. We help them find it.
Expert-guided pathways designed for curious minds aged 5–16
- Robotics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Programming
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Teamwork
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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.
Unleash boundless opportunities! Our program, backed by industry leaders, links students to a dynamic network of innovation and expertise.
300+
Students
3,400+
Hours of Personalised Learning
750+
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
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
Weekdays 12–6 PM and Saturdays 9 AM–6 PM at our Makerspace.
📍 No 7 2/1, Sri Mahabodhi Rd, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10350, Sri Lanka
GenAlpha on Ahasa TV
Watch it. Build it. Level up.
Our TV series for young makers, with every episode's project waiting on Oboverse so your child can build it at home.
GenAlpha · Episode 5 · 31 Oct 2026
Watch it.
Catch GenAlpha on Ahasa TV every Saturday, or replay any episode right here. Each one turns an everyday problem into something kids can build.
Build it.
Follow the episode's step-by-step build on Oboverse, then share how yours turned out.
Level up.
Want a mentor to build with every week? That is what RoboticGen Academy is for.
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Build episode 5 at home
Episode 5's build is on its way. Want your child building with a mentor in the meantime?
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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 →- Projects and Team Challenges
- Student Leaderboard
- Learning Progress and Certificates
- Weekly Mentor Feedbacks and Reports
- Parent mode
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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 of NCINGA
- 25+ years building technology businesses at IBM, HPE and NCINGA
- MBA UoC, BSc. UoM
Dr. Piyadasa Gamage
Quality Management Consultant
- 40+ years in pharmaceutical research and quality management, at Glaxo and the WHO
- Ph.D, M.Sc. King's College London
Dr. Geethan Karunaratne
AI Scientist
- In-memory computing for AI at IBM Research Zurich
- Ph.D & Postdoc, IBM Research Zurich
Dr. Thanuja Ambegoda
Senior Lecturer of AI
- Ph.D & M.Sc. ETH, B.Sc. UoM
Prof. Indika Rajapakse
Professor of Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering
- Ph.D & M.Sc. UMich, B.Sc. UoM
Ms. Thilini Malalasena
STEM Curriculum Specialist
- 20+ years in education and assessment
- M.Sc. in International Education
Why We Built RoboticGen Academy
“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!
We are ready to guide your child to the fullest potential
We Provide the Tools, You Bring the Ideas 🛠️
Custom-designed Maker Kits delivered to your door · See pricing →
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 🚗
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 🔧
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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