NIHERST's Vacation Camps provide youth with an opportunity for constructive learning of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) content. The goal of this programme is to contribute to the development of the next generation of STEM thought leaders.

We are focused on the key output… Our campers… Our future leaders whose knowledge and skills we will rely on to the develop and improve society.

Ultim8 STEM! Camps
NIHERST's Ultim8 STEM! camps use hands-on activities and technologies to inspire and educate about phenomena in the natural and physical world. All activities are designed to stimulate campers' curiosity in STEM and to build critical 21st century learning and innovation skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, communication and creativity.

ULTIM8 STEM JAVA Camp 2025
Discover the Science behind Flight, Film and Future Tech!

Join us at one of our two camp locations:

Ultim8 STEM! JAVA Camps THEMES

Dates and Location Camp Name Blurb Learning Objectives
4th to 8th August
St. George's College, Barataria

18th to 22nd August
Presentation College, San Fernando 		Techno Forge –
Build. Code. Create the Future!💻✨ 		Dive into the electrifying world of tech at Techno Forge—the STEM camp where innovation takes center stage! Campers will explore the power of robotics, coding, and website design through thrilling, hands-on challenges.

From building and programming robots to launching their own mini websites, kids will level up their tech skills while unleashing creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Not just a camp—it’s the nexus of tomorrow's tech leaders

Are you ready to forge the future?

  • Understand foundational coding concepts such as algorithms, variables, loops, and drag-and-drop commands.
  • Use coding principles to program robotic devices to perform simple tasks.
  • Identify and utilize key electronic components involved in the construction and operation of robotic devices.
  • Explore the use of robotics in real-world applications across various industries.
  • Explore various programming languages used in coding, including block-based languages, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Design and build your own website using HTML.

11th to 15th August
Presentation College, San Fernando 		Lens & Pixels –
Where Science Meets Digital Storytelling!📸✨ 		Step into the world behind the screen at Lens & Pixels, a dynamic STEM camp where imagination and creativity meets innovation! Campers will explore the science of digital media through exciting hands-on projects in animation, videography, and photography.

From capturing the perfect shot to bringing stories to life with motion and sound, this camp is perfect for creative thinkers who love tech and storytelling.

See the world differently—one frame at a time!

  • Understand the key basic elements of content creation, including storytelling fundamentals.
  • Explore how light and lenses work to shape the visual and emotional impact of media productions.
  • Compose and capture images using different perspectives in photography to tell a story.
  • Create a short stop-motion animation.
  • Explore the use of sound design techniques in the narration of a story.
  • Apply basic video editing techniques to organize and enhance a multimedia production.
  • Explore the use of emerging technologies, including AI, in digital creations and storytelling.

Registration is closed.