Paul Brooks Paul Brooks

Say Hello to Python

We’re thrilled to introduce Python as a new step in our coding lessons - the perfect bridge for young coders ready to move beyond Scratch’s blocks into text-based programming. Known for its simplicity and real-world use, Python offers an intuitive and readable language that helps kids aged 10+ build strong coding skills before diving into JavaScript. Whether continuing from Scratch or starting fresh, Python opens up exciting new possibilities for our students’ programming journeys!

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Caroline Brooks Caroline Brooks

The Smart Start to Coding: Why Every Coco Coder Begins with a Bootcamp.

Why Every New Coco Coder Starts with a Bootcamp

Before beginning our weekly kids coding classes, every new Coco Coders student joins a two-week coding bootcamp for kids. These sessions introduce children to the basics of programming, help them learn to code through fun hands-on projects, and get comfortable using platforms like Scratch or p5.js. It’s the perfect way to ease into our online coding lessons for children, while allowing our expert teachers to assess each student’s ability and place them in the ideal group for their learning level. Whether your child is brand-new or already has some experience, our kids coding bootcamp sets them up for success from the start.

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Caroline Brooks Caroline Brooks

How Coding Offers a Surprising Benefit: Helping Children Build Financial Literacy

When we think of coding, we often picture screens, algorithms, and future tech careers. But there’s a surprising and powerful link between learning to code and developing financial literacy in children. Coding teaches kids how to think logically, solve problems, and manage resources - skills that closely mirror real-world money management. In this article, we explore how coding can lay a strong foundation for financial awareness, helping children grow into financially savvy adults.

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Caroline Brooks Caroline Brooks

Join us for 12 Weeks of Coding Classes this Summer and get 50% off!

It's easy for kids to lose academic skills and knowledge over the summer, when they're not at school, with many kids experiencing the summer slide or summer learning loss. Our weekly coding lessons for kids will enable your child to enjoy an hour of enriched learning every week, whilst having lots of fun!

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Caroline Brooks Caroline Brooks

The Power of Coding: How It Boosts Kids' Mental Health and Turns Screen Time Into a Positive

Concerned about your child’s screen time and its impact on their mental health? Not all screen time is created equal. Coding offers a powerful, positive alternative - helping kids build confidence, focus, creativity, and resilience. In this article, we explore how coding supports kids’ mental well-being while preparing them with real-world skills for the future.

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Caroline Brooks Caroline Brooks

Help your Child Get The Top Job: Why Learning To Code Could Be the Key to Their Future Career Success

Coding is no longer just for computer whizzes - it’s a powerful skill that can help your child thrive in almost any career. From boosting problem-solving abilities to opening doors to high-paying jobs, learning to code equips kids with the tools they need to succeed in a fast-changing world. Here's why every parent, even non-tech ones, should consider coding as a key part of their child’s education.

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Lise Bremont Lise Bremont

Coding Concepts

In our coding classes, children don’t just follow instructions and copy what a teacher shows them - they really learn how to code.

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