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December 2, 2025

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Raspberry Pi Powering STEM Learning with Real Computing

Hands-on coding, electronics and innovation — all in one compact board.


Raspberry Pi has transformed how students learn technology.
By combining a powerful microcomputer with open-source software and limitless project potential, Raspberry Pi enables schools to teach real-world computing skills — from coding and robotics to electronics, IoT and even AI.

Wiltronics stocks a wide range of Raspberry Pi boards, kits, HATs and accessories to support classroom learning and makers of all skill levels.


Why Raspberry Pi for Education?

Raspberry Pi gives students a platform to experiment, create and explore — all while learning future-proof digital skills.

Key benefits for schools:

  • Affordable — high power at a low price for large class deployments

  • Versatile — supports Python, Scratch, Linux, robotics & more

  • Hands-on learning — builds problem-solving and technical skills

  • Huge ecosystem — sensors, displays, AI modules, HATs & add-ons

  • Supports the Australian Curriculum across:

    • Digital Technologies

    • Design & Technologies

    • Science (modelling, data collection, control systems)

With student-friendly tools like Scratch and Thonny Python IDE, Raspberry Pi empowers learners from beginner to advanced levels.


Wiltronics Raspberry Pi Range

Wiltronics is a trusted Raspberry Pi supplier, offering:

  • Latest Raspberry Pi 5 boards and power accessories

  • Ready-to-use full kits

  • GPIO HATs and expansion modules

  • Official cases, fans and SSD HATs

  • MicroSD cards pre-flashed with Raspberry Pi OS

  • Ribbon cables, connectors and prototyping gear

Whether you’re equipping one student or an entire lab, we can help with purchasing guidance and curriculum alignment.


🔧 Featured Raspberry Pi Products at Wiltronics

  • Raspberry Pi 5

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The latest Pi model, with a powerful ARM CPU, upgraded GPU and plenty of ports. Great for advanced projects, IoT, robotics, and multimedia work.

🔗 https://www.wiltronics.com.au/product/79870/raspberry-pi-5/ Wiltronics

  • Raspberry Pi 5 Starter Kit – Adventures in Raspberry Pi

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A complete beginner-friendly kit: includes Pi (optional), power supply, case, microSD with OS, keyboard/mouse and everything to get started coding.

🔗 https://www.wiltronics.com.au/product/80664/raspberry-pi-5-starter-kit-adventures-in-raspberry-pi/ Wiltronics

  • Raspberry Pi 5 GPIO Budget Accessory Pack

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A budget-friendly accessory pack with cables, breadboard and components — ideal for electronics experiments and GPIO projects.

🔗 https://www.wiltronics.com.au/product/80672/raspberry-pi-5-gpio-budget-accessory-pack/ Wiltronics

  • Raspberry Pi 5 GPIO Starter Pack

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A comprehensive GPIO kit for experimenting with sensors, circuits, coding and hardware projects. Great for STEM classes or DIY builds.

🔗 https://www.wiltronics.com.au/product/80593/raspberry-pi-5-gpio-starter-pack/ Wiltronics

  • Raspberry Pi 5 HDMI Cable and Accessory Bundle

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Bundle with cables, keyboard & mouse — perfect for setting up a Raspberry Pi workstation quickly and easily.

🔗 https://www.wiltronics.com.au/product/80668/raspberry-pi-5-hdmi-cable-and-accessory-bundle/ Wiltronics


Raspberry Pi & the Australian Curriculum

Raspberry Pi provides a real platform for:

Curriculum Focus What Students Learn
Digital Technologies Coding, computation & data
Design & Technologies Prototyping, systems & engineering
Science Measurement, sensors, data analysis
Cross-curricular STEM Creative design, problem-solving

Students gain capabilities that support emerging careers in:

  • Engineering

  • Robotics

  • AI & automation

  • Software development

  • Electronics design


Top Classroom Project Ideas

Great for Years 5–12:

  • Build a temperature & humidity monitor

  • Create a retro game console

  • Program a wheeled robot

  • Control LEDs with Python code

  • Set up a smart home automation demo

  • Explore cybersecurity through networking exercises

  • Use a camera module to track movement or perform image recognition

Wiltronics has everything needed to bring these concepts to life!


Raspberry Pi encourages students to think like engineers — turning ideas into functioning systems they can test, troubleshoot and improve.
It delivers real computing, not simulations, and brings excitement and creativity to the STEM classroom.

Wiltronics is here to support your Raspberry Pi journey with expert advice, high-quality components and fast local shipping.


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