Creative Learning Courses
Parents and Kids Testimonials
Kippie have been a great partner in growing the local games scene in Northern Ireland. Their Girls Make Games course is providing opportunities to diversify the future of gaming while helping young people to realise their potential. The ability to learn valuable skills in a safe and rewarding environment is reflected week on week by cultivating confidence in the group. Kippie are an inspiration both locally and to the games industry as a whole.
Holly Johnstone - Recruitment Manager
Hypixel Studios
Kippie CIC is something I wish I had growing up—the kind of learning that sparks further learning. They inspire young people to try things they might’ve thought were too hard, and it’s incredible to see how much they grow from both the mentorship they give and the environment they provide. Their mission is highly useful for both the current industry and the upcoming generation.
Aaron Donaghey (Noxy) - Chief Executive Officer
Hypixel Studios
As part of our new four year strategy, Northern Ireland Screen is committed to future proofing the skills pipeline of the creative industries. Working with local companies like Kippie to enhance the provision of the Girls Make Games courses will raise awareness of the opportunities that exist in our local games sector and will inspire the next generation to consider a career in gaming and other creative industries. Games skills are future skills, as skills covered in the course include programming, design, team working and presentation, all of which are transferable. We will continue to work with Kippie to improve access to games education for those from underrepresented groups that provides a much-needed stepping stone to our range of careers and work experience programmes.
David McConnell - Education and Careers Manager
Northern Ireland Screen
“As her mum, I want to thank you for her place on the course. My daughter can be shy and can make her mind up very quickly whether she likes something or not, so the fact that she completed the course and attended every week tells me that she enjoyed it without having to ask her.”
“I would like to thank the team for giving our daughter this opportunity. She will definitely be aiming for a career in the games design industry. We can’t thank you enough”
“The classes you put on for the girls are amazing. There’s no other class of its sort that we’re aware of”
“My daughter’s confidence has increased and she has started getting involved in other activities as a result. She is a big fan of digital art now and is always perfecting her skills. She loves it so much and I have seen a difference in her as a result”
“Can I just say a big thank you, to both of you, for what you’ve done with the girls- it’s been absolutely amazing seeing some of the progress and outputs. Our daughter has really loved it and it’s been a highlight of her week- she’s so proud of what she has achieved.”
“Our daughter loves the class, there were high levels of excitement when she suddenly understood that people could earn a good living spending their days creating video games. Career choice sorted”