Imagine a solution
A building challenge gives curious children something concrete to think about. They can ask questions, consider an idea and decide what to try first.
Mini Maker
Mini Maker: Early STEM & Creative Building
For the child who always asks, ‘Can I make it?’
The urge to build starts early. Mini Maker gives young children a place to explore it with purpose: a challenge to investigate, materials to work with and an instructor to help them try their ideas. Small discoveries can become a powerful feeling: ‘I figured that out.’
Typically ages 5–7 · Membership sessions: 1 hour
Small makers, big curiosity
A first step into making, at their scale.
Mini Maker introduces engineering and design through guided challenges. Children explore possible solutions and make choices of their own, with help when they need it. The focus is on developing the habit of trying, noticing what happens and making an adjustment—not on already knowing the answer.
Build with their hands
Age-appropriate making connects an idea to something they can touch and change. Different choices offer opportunities to discover how a design works.
Try it another way
When a first attempt needs work, an instructor can help a child see the next possibility. Testing and changing become ordinary parts of creating.
Small discoveries, many ways to make.
Why it matters for your child
Help ‘I can’t’ become ‘Let me try.’
At this age, making is about more than technical vocabulary. It is practice expressing an idea, working through a small challenge and noticing progress. Mini Maker offers a welcoming entry point for children who love building and are ready to explore with guidance.
Your next steps
- Tell us your young maker’s age and interests.
- Book a Free PASS with help from the team.
- Discuss the right group and ongoing session schedule.
A few things parents ask.
How do we choose the right age group?
These membership age groups are a starting point. Trial sessions can use different age bands, and placement also depends on experience and readiness. Tell us your child’s age and interests when booking so we can help you choose.
Is this an advanced technology class?
Mini Maker is an introduction to engineering and design through age-appropriate challenges. The advanced equipment pictured elsewhere on the site belongs to the wider studio; activities and tools are matched to the program.
How long is a session?
Mini Maker membership sessions run for one hour. Free-pass sessions may have a different duration, so check the specific booking.
Can we try the studio before joining?
Yes. Start with a Free PASS to experience the space and meet the team. Choose from the available Free PASS sessions, then talk with us about membership sessions, pricing and the right next step for your child.
Let’s find their next great experience.
Choose your next step, or tell us what your child is interested in. We can help with the right program and current options at your preferred location.
More ways to be part of Guild Hall.
Mini, Jr & Senior pathways
Studio Memberships
A regular creative home with mentors, real tools and room to follow an interest further.
Explore Studio MembershipsAge groups vary by session
Summer & Vacation Camps
Trade an ordinary school break for robotics, coding, design and the satisfaction of making something work.
Explore Summer & Vacation CampsAges depend on party theme
Birthday Parties
Plan a Guild Hall birthday party with slime science, combat robots or drone adventures. Explore instructor-led themes and find the right fit for your child.
Explore Birthday PartiesCheck the event age group
Game Nights
Connect with other kids who love games, imagination and technology in the Guild Hall community.
Explore Game NightsTypically ages 8–12
Jr Maker
Guided coding, robotics and engineering for kids ready to design projects around their interests.
Explore Jr MakerTypically ages 12–18
Senior Maker
A creative studio for teens ready to go further with engineering, code, fabrication and original projects.
Explore Senior Maker