Why Coding With Friends Helps Kids Learn More
If your child is learning to code, they’re already building some incredible future-ready skills. But here’s something you might not know:
They’ll do even better if they learn alongside a friend.
Whether it’s schoolmates, cousins, or their Roblox crew, kids who learn online with someone they already know tend to stay more engaged, enjoy themselves more, and even perform better. That’s not just our experience talking - research backs it up.
🎯 Friends Make Kids Try Harder (In a Good Way)
When kids learn with friends, they’re more likely to stick with it and push through tricky moments. Studies show that having familiar peers in the same class increases a child’s motivation and attention - even in online learning.
In fact, one study of middle-schoolers found that kids who felt more connected to their classmates were more focused, more involved, and scored higher on tests by the end of the year. Another study showed that students learning coding in pairs only saw major improvements when they were paired with friends - not strangers.
Why? Because friends offer support, reduce stress, and bring a bit of friendly competition that keeps things fun.
💻 Online Classes Don’t Have to Be Lonely
We all saw how tough remote learning was when it felt isolating. But when kids take online classes with someone they already know, it brings back that missing social buzz - the jokes, the teamwork, the “Hey, look what I made!” moments.
In online coding lessons, this connection matters even more. Coding isn’t just about typing out commands - it’s about creative problem-solving. And friends make that more exciting. They debug together, share ideas, and cheer each other on.
Students in online coding classes report higher enjoyment and stronger skills when learning with peers. They’re also more likely to say they want to keep coding afterwards.
🎉 It’s Just More Fun With a Friend
At the end of the day, kids learn better when they’re having fun. And learning with a buddy makes things more relaxed, more playful, and way more memorable.
We’ve seen kids show up early to class just to say hi to their friends. We’ve seen shy learners light up when they’re paired with someone they already know. And we’ve seen friendships grow even stronger as kids create games, animations, and digital stories together.
🚀 Want to Give Your Child a Boost?
If your child is already taking coding lessons with us, imagine how much more fun (and impactful!) it would be with a friend by their side.
Whether it’s a schoolmate, a cousin, or a neighbour, inviting a friend to join can make a big difference to both of them. Plus, it’s a great way to share something positive and screen-time-smart with other families.
They’ll have more fun. They’ll learn more. And they’ll be building something brilliant together.
Get your child’s lessons for FREE when you invite a friend
When you invite someone you know to try one of our free coding lessons, we’ll add a credit to your account to cover the cost of your child’s next lesson. And if they decide to sign up for weekly lessons, we’ll give you a whole month free!
To get your personal referral code, get in touch with our team.
