PUPILS turned headphones into a jukebox controlled by fruit for British Science Week.

Scientists at Woodford Green Prep School programmed micro:bit micro-computers to play their favourite tunes through headphones using bananas and oranges instead of a mouse.

The Programming for Primaries workshop, delivered on Friday, March 16, encouraged students to build on their abilities and explore something new.

Andrew Green, who ran the free two-hour session, claims the workshop shows ordinary people can use programming and coding.

Mr Green, director of ComputerXplorers in Essex says: “We all consume digital media every day, but there is still a misconception that programming and coding is only for technology specialists.

"The micro:bit workshop proved that this isn’t true. The children had a great time.

"The fruit control aspect was a bit of fun but more importantly, this experience of programming sets them on a path to engage positively with technology throughout their education.”

ComputerXplorers’ Programming for Primaries has been running for five years. Today’s workshop was the third time it has been held in conjunction with British Science Week.