It has now opened up availability to everyone. A single micro:bit can be pre-ordered for £12.99, or a starter kit – with a battery pack, USB cable and some basic tutorials – costs £14.99. A ...

A tiny programming board developed by the BBC to encourage UK kids to take up coding and kick-start a new wave of entrepreneurs is now available in the US. The BBC micro:bit was created by the BBC ...

Utilising the free micro:bits, that were given away to more than 20,000 primary schools last autumn, pupils will learn new skills, get outdoors and engage in practical activities within their ...