Welcome!
If you are a school looking for a fun, purposeful and STEM-filled after-school provision, look no further!
Feel free to message us on our WhatsApp to get the ball rolling or email us at info@tmccomputing.com
Our clubs are proving to be super popular with our schools, students and parents!
Toni-Marie McCarrick
Director
Hello, I’m Toni-Marie, Director of TMC Computing. I started this company because I’m passionate about giving children opportunities in STEM that go far beyond the classroom.
My journey began working in schools as a Computing Lead, teaching Computing across all primary year groups. I loved seeing the excitement on children’s faces when they realised what they could create with technology. From their very first piece of code to designing digital projects that showed real imagination. That role sparked a passion for giving children meaningful opportunities in STEM and it led me to expand my career into training teachers, supporting school leaders and helping schools embrace technology in a way that truly enhances learning.
Over time, I realised that many children’s curiosity and creativity in STEM needed more space than the school day could offer. That’s what inspired me to build a business dedicated to providing fun, engaging and accessible STEM-inspired clubs outside of school. I believe in meeting children where they are - using the games and platforms they already love to encourage teamwork, resilience and problem-solving. Beyond the technology, these clubs are about teaching the core values of being a decent human being: how to share, respect others, collaborate and celebrate each other’s successes.
For me, it’s about giving children foundations for life as well as digital skills.
Benefits to Schools, Pupils and Parents
Schools
Partnering with TMC Computing makes after-school provision simple, safe and valuable.
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Enrichment without workload - we handle planning, delivery and payments. We also provide communication templates for parents.
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Supports Ofsted priorities - contributes to personal development and cultural capital.
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Positive parental engagement - parents appreciate affordable, high-quality clubs.
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Showcases school innovation - offering STEM enrichment strengthens your profile.
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Safeguarding assured - fully DBS-checked, insured and compliant.
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No cost to the school - clubs are parent-funded.
Pupils
Our clubs are designed to build digital skills AND life skills that children carry into every aspect of their lives.
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Confidence - children take pride in their ideas and projects.
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Creativity - sessions encourage imagination, design and storytelling.
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Collaboration - teamwork and communication are at the heart of every challenge.
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Resilience - pupils learn problem-solving and persistence. They also learn the value in not always winning, dusting themselves off and trying again.
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Digital Literacy - safe, structured use of technology to prepare for the future.
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Fun & Engagement - activities are built around platforms pupils already enjoy.
Parents
Parents value clubs that are safe, enriching, and affordable. TMC Computing provides:
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Trusted care after school - peace of mind with professional safeguarding.
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Accessible opportunities - affordable enrichment open to a wide range of families.
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Skill development - children gain life skills that support learning at home and school.
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Excited children - pupils are motivated to attend, share projects and build pride. We rarely have absences!
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Convenience - on-site provision means no extra travel or logistics for families.
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Safe and supervised gaming sessions for parents who worry about setting these environments up at home.
Goals & Objectives
How Our Clubs Work
TMC Computing clubs run for 60 minutes after school, once a week. Each term focuses on a child-friendly digital platform - depending on the needs of the school. Currently Minecraft Education is proving super popular and is the main offering.
Platforms we currently use:
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Minecraft Education - building, problem-solving and teamwork in creative and survival worlds.
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Roblox Studio - designing games and experiences while learning coding logic.
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Scratch - creating animations, interactive stories and games with block coding.
We are still building our programs and will be introducing robotics in the future too.
Practical Details
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Year Groups Offered:
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Years 1–2 (KS1)
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Years 3/4/5/6 (KS2)
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Group Size & Staffing:
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Ratio of 1 adult per 10 pupils with a minimum of 2 staff per club for safety and support.
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Equipment:
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Provided either by the school (if devices are available) or by TMC Computing
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Staff: Fully DBS-checked, safeguarding trained, insured.
What the School Provides:
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Classroom space with Wi-Fi.
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Standard safeguarding support (sign-in/out, first aid cover).
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Communication to parents (we provide ready-to-use flyers/emails).
Typical Session Structure
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Welcome & Sign-In (5 mins) – pupils settle in.
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Mini-Lesson (10 mins) - short introduction to the theme or tool.
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Guided Activity (20 mins) - structured project with staff support.
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Independent Create (20 mins) - pupils personalise their work, explore and problem-solve.
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Showcase & Reflect (5 mins) - share projects, celebrate progress.
To enrich the club experience, we regularly build in:
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Competitions - fun challenges such as build battles and design tournaments.
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Seasonal Specials - themed activities for Halloween, Christmas, Easter, STEM Day, World Book Day and more.
Safeguarding & Compliance
At TMC Computing, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. Schools can be confident that our provision is safe, professional and fully compliant with UK requirements.
Our Commitment:
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All staff hold an enhanced DBS check and provide references.
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All staff complete regular safeguarding training in line with statutory guidance.
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At least one staff member present is trained in first aid.
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Clubs operate under our Safeguarding Policy, with clear reporting procedures.
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Risk assessments are completed for all venues and activities.
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Photography and video permissions are collected and followed.
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Data protection is maintained in line with GDPR and we are ICO registered.
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We hold full public liability and employer’s liability insurance.
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Staffing is maintained at a 1:10 ratio, with a minimum of two adults present.
Costs to Parents
Simple, Affordable Pricing
Our clubs are fully parent-funded, meaning there is no cost to the school. Parents book in termly or half-termly blocks, with fees based on the number of weeks in that school term.
Around £7.70 per session
Booking & Payment
To enrol in TMC Computing, parents simply use the Pebble booking system. Once registered, they can select their child’s club sessions for the term and pay securely by card or via online wallet. Automated invoices and reminders help ensure payments are on time and staff mark attendance through the same system.
This means no paper forms, no manual chasing - just a seamless digital experience for schools, parents and you.
Booking & Payment via Pebble
We use Pebble, a dedicated online booking and payment system, to provide a seamless experience for parents and reduce administrative burden for schools. Parents can register, select club sessions for each term, pay securely online and receive automatic invoices and reminders. On the club day, attendance is marked in Pebble. All of this means fewer emails, less manual paperwork, and a clear, professional process for everyone.