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Welcome to theCoderSchool

Welcome to theCoderSchool — where kids learn to code and explore the AI technologies becoming part of everyday life. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, we believe every child is unique — and we mentor them that way. Through personalized guidance from experienced Code Coaches, students build strong programming foundations while learning how AI works, how to use it responsibly, and how to think critically about the technology around them. We focus on creativity, problem solving, and confidence — preparing kids not just for today’s tools, but for tomorrow’s opportunities. Learn to code. Change the world®. Visit a location page to learn more about our programs.

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How We Teach

Kids are like snowflakes, they're each unique individuals. So why teach them the same things? At theCoderSchool, we believe learning to code and understanding AI should be just as personalized as the kids themselves. Our core program uses a super-small student to teacher ratio (typically 2:1) giving our Code Coaches the ability to tailor lessons to each child’s pace, interests, and goals. Whether they’re building a first Scratch project, developing in Python, or experimenting with AI, students are guided by a mentor every step of the way, making learning more engaging, meaningful, and empowering. Find out more details about our programs by going to one of our location pages. Or check out what our kids are building at our public App Gallery.

National Top App of the Month

Each month, we vote on the best app out of hundreds submitted nationwide by our students. Can you build a Top App? Come on in and find out.

May 2026 Winner
Leo (9) from West County, MO


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Language: Scratch
App Name: Math Quiz
Description: In this game, the player must answer math questions given by the two characters on-screen. Questions are answered by typing responses in the text box at the bottom of the screen. Earn the trophy by completing all questions! A cloud variable counts how many times the trophy has been earned worldwide.

Why Code When There's AI?

At theCoderSchool, we love AI. It's transforming the future of software — and it's exactly why we believe every kid should learn to code, now more than ever. Read more or download our AI One-Pager to see how we think about Artificial Intelligence.
Coding and logical thinking

Coding is Logical Thinking

Coding isn't just about technology — it's a workout for critical and logical thinking. It's uniquely built around solving problem after problem to achieve a goal. This means students build skills that pay off in school, careers, and everyday life — especially in the age of AI.

Software jobs and AI

Software Jobs Will Grow

Yes, AI can code — and it's made building software faster and cheaper than ever. But faster and cheaper doesn't kill demand; it explodes it. Retail, services, food, and even tech will all need much more software and therefore many more people who can build it.

Coding as a technology foundation

The Roots of Technology

AI lets everyone build software, but the best builders will understand coding. Like a surgeon who must master biology or a pilot who must understand aerodynamics, tomorrow's technologists need deep roots before they can branch out — and those roots start with code.

Congressional App Challenge Partnership

Congressional App Challenge

As a longtime partner of the Congressional App Challenge (CAC), theCoderSchool helps encourage innovation through coding all across the country. Beginning in 2025-2026, theCoderSchool is excited to collaborate with CAC to run a new national recognition program to identify a handful of the top applications from the thousands of CAC submissions from all across the country. Find out more about CAC Top Apps presented by theCoderSchool, or find some previous district-level winners from our own schools below!

The Story Behind theCoderSchool

Back in 2013, Hansel happened to be trying to get his own kids to learn to code. When his oldest, Maile (10 at the time), whipped through an online learning website really fast, proud Papa asked some questions. To his surprise, Maile really didn’t learn much at all! “I just clicked through to get to the end”, she said (sound familiar, parents?!). That was the lightbulb moment when Hansel realized that software can’t teach kids – PEOPLE need to teach kids. And thus the idea behind theCoderSchool and our Code Coaches® mentoring philosophy was born. Shortly after, Wayne was brought on to focus on corporate schools and franchise support while Hansel built up the company to what it is today. Wanna know more? See Who We Are.

Parent Testimonials

“If you want your child to learn STEM concepts via coding, send them here. I’ve been in IT for 23 years and I have not seen anything close to the customized curriculum they created. Hands down, this is the place you want your kids to be.”

– Siddhartha from New Jersey

“My son is having a wonderful experience at The Coder School. The instructors are exceptional. I was skeptical whether an online class could be engaging for him, but he is having a blast and learning a lot. It’s a quarantine lifesaver!”

– Karin from California

“My son is loving his coding lessons that are currently all being done online. The coaches and staff are very helpful. We also did an online spring break camp and he really learned a lot. He has fun creating games and then working on them until his next session. Highly recommend!”

– Kim from Georgia

“The kids really loved the Scratch camp. I haven’t seen them this excited about learning something new in a very long time. We look forward to coming back in late August.”

– Bejon from Connecticut

Franchising

Wanna start your own theCoderSchool business? We’ve had an incredible time so far meeting so many awesome owners and teaching so many amazing kids. Come join the world of coding for kids, and help us keep the momentum going. Find out more on our franchising page.
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Read about Private+Semi-Private Coaching, Virtual Learning, Coding Classes, Robotics, Python, Scratch, or Video Game Coding
or check out our student blogs. Confused about how AI will affect coding? See why the AI future still needs coding.

What is theCoderSchool? We are an after-school drop-off (and virtual) program for kids learning to code - a coding school! There's after-school kung fu. There's after-school music lessons, sports, art, tutoring, Chinese, you name it, it's out there. But coding classes for kids? Founded in 2013, we're the first of many, and the largest in Silicon Valley with more locations on the way around the country. The future will be ever more dependent on technology so let's get our young generation ready. Learn to Code, Change the World®.

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