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Welcome to theCoderSchool
6035 Transit Rd,
Across from Transit Valley Golf Course

(716)800-1404 • buffalo@thecoderschool.com

Looking for in person or online classes? Call 716 800 1404 now!
Hey Super-Parent!
We're happy you're looking to get your kids learning to code. It's SUCH an amazing skill to learn and will help your kids in more ways than you can imagine! We are super excited about bringing Silicon Valley's #1 kids coding program to Western New York! Our core program will create creative problem solvers and technical entrepreneurs who will learn that they can change their world for the better.

theCoderSchool is a new kind of after-school coding program that focuses on the individuality of each student, customizing our teachings depending on their skills and desires. From graphical languages like Snap or Scratch, typed coding like Python or Javascript and advanced stuff like Java and C++, we have you covered. We want aspiring coders to use their new found passion as a stepping stone to thinking outside the box, as a way to channel their ideas in a creative way and most importantly, to have fun. Interested? Fill out the form and we'll be in touch shortly to tell you more!

Learn to Code, Change the World!
We are open:
Monday - Thursday - 4 pm - 8 pm
Saturday - 10 am - 2 pm
We are closed: January 1st, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving Day and weekend, December 24th & 25th
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Our Philosophy

Looking for coding lessons for kids in Buffalo, NY? We're here to help. We believe every kid is different, so we teach them accordingly. Our expert coders teach our students in a super-small two to one ratio, allowing our Code Coaches to personalize projects built to suit each student. Kids are able to move at their own pace and engage in things that interest them most.

Our Programs

Our coding school's flagship after-school program, Code Coaching, combines a super-small 2:1 teaching ratio with individualized curriculum. Although Code Coaching works from novice to advanced coders, we also offer entry-level classes for those looking for a more traditional class in a larger ratio, as well as @school classes and our ever popular coding camps.

Our System

We're part of a nationwide system of over 65 locations around the country, teaching over 7,000 students every week with the brainpower of 1000+ expert Code Coaches®. Headquartered and founded in Silicon Valley since 2014, we're proud of the impact theCoderSchool has had on communities everywhere. Find out more about Who We Are in our brand video .

How Students Progress

OUR CODER TREE

See our visualization of what kids are learning and a sampling of possibilities.

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Our Coder Tree

What's YOUR
Coder Story?

OUR CODER STORY

Find our coding roadmap that goes beyond coding custom apps to building a story for college

Camp Schedule By Week

Let's get ready for coding camps 2025! Our camps are run in our school from 9am-3pm Mon-Fri. Enrollment in our In-Person camps is strictly limited due to the need to create a safe learning environment for our kids and staff. Kids bring their own lunches and water bottles and we'll take care of the rest! Kids code throughout the week then demo their week's creations Thursday afternoon. Please feel free to bring friends and family to see their amazing creations at the show case. What better way to get your kids out of your hair during the breaks?!And don't forget to use coupon code SUMMER25 when enrolling for Summer Break Camp '25.
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Week Format Camp Ages Price
6/30-7/3 Full Day In person Roblox Rockstar Camp In Roblox Rockstar Camp, kids get to be the ultimate concert creator—designing and coding their dream rockstar performance in Roblox Studio. They’ll add music, animations, and a lively crowd, even stepping into the spotlight themselves if they want to record their own tracks to use in the game. Once their concert is ready, they’ll put on our Meta Quest VR headsets to experience their creation firsthand, stepping right into the crowd (or onto the stage) for a totally unique, immersive show like never before! Windows computer or Mac is required, no tablets. 8+ 8+ $439 $239
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
6/30-7/3 Full Day In person HeroCraft Python Camp In our one-of-a-kind HeroCraft A.I. Python Camp, kids start with a hand-drawn sketch of their favorite movie or TV hero, then use cutting-edge AI to transform their artwork into something amazing. From there, they™ll dive into Python coding to turn these heroes into interactive sprites, bringing their creations to life in ways they never imagined. This unique camp is packed with creativity, AI, and coding excitement that you won't find anywhere else! 7+ 7+ $439 $239
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/7-7/11 Full Day In person YouTube Studio Lights, camera, action! Kids love watching their favorite YouTubers play games, as well as making videos documenting their crazy lives or family. In our new YouTube Studio camp we show kids how to create their own YouTube video content using our professional youtube recording studio equipment! Kids will learn about lighting, mics, video camera recording and operations, as well as how to use video editing software to mix their own creations together. We'll also teach them about audio as well as special effects. At the end of the camp each kid will have their very own video content they'll be proud to upload to their own YouTube channel! Windows or Mac PC required, no tablets. 8+ 8+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/7-7/11 Full Day In person HeroCraft 3D Print & Animation Studio In our "HeroCraft 3D Print & Animation Studio" camp, kids will bring their wildest hero ideas to life, starting with their own fantasy or sci-fi character sketches. We’ll use AI to upscale their designs, then teach them how to transform those 3D creations into real, 3D-printed models. Plus, they’ll get to animate their heroes in a custom cartoon—an experience they won’t find anywhere else and an unforgettable way to dive into design, tech, and creativity! 6+ 6+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/14-718 Full Day In person White Hat Ethical Hacking Camp Cybersecurity is one of the hottest topics around the world and keeping networks secure is literally a full time job! One of the ways companies do this is to employ White Hat Ethical Hackers who look for vulnerabilities in their company’s network so they can be fixed before the bad guys find them! During our White Hat Ethical Hacking camp, we’ll teach teens the fundamentals of cybersecurity and how to ethically hack simple networks! Windows computer is required, no Macs or tablets. 10+ 10+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/14-7/18 Full Day In person Robots & Roblox with Oculus VR Our Robots & Roblox camp teaches kids about robotics and coding. Kids will assemble their own robot kit and we'll code them using Scratch to create some entry level artificial intelligence and we'll have some robot competitions they'll love. At lunch each day the kids will play their favorite Roblox games together and they can try our Oculus Quest 2 headsets to play some incredible games in Virtual Reality! 6+ 6+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/21-7/25 Full Day In person Beginners Scratch & Roblox Gamers Club We'll be using a cool drag n' drop language called Scratch to create some awesome new and classic games! Aimed at our newbie and novice coders with little or no experience creating games in Scratch so we can go at their pace! During lunch breaks, kids will hang out and play some group roblox games together! Coding and roblox together, sounds like a great week of camp! 6+ 6+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/21-7/25 Full Day In person Roblox vs. Minecraft Camp Welcome to the ultimate showdown with our "Roblox vs. Minecraft Camp"! Kids will use the power of Roblox Studio to design their very own Minecraft-style game, blending the best of both worlds with Roblox’s development tools and Minecraft’s iconic blocky fun. They’ll learn everything from Minecraft-style terrain and block systems to player mechanics and world generation, creating their own take on what makes Minecraft so addictive. When their game’s ready, they’ll put on Meta Quest VR headsets to explore their custom-built world in virtual reality—a totally unique experience you won’t find anywhere but The Coder School! Windows computer or Mac is required, no tablets. 8+ 8+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/28-8/1 Full Day In person Lego Mindstorms Robotics Coding camp The field of robotics is growing faster than ever, appearing everywhere from our homes to video games to drones. Learn to build and program a variety of small and large robots (including Lego Mindstorm EV3) through hands-on projects that will culminate in a demo at the end of the week. 6+ 6+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
7/28-8/1 Full Day In person Minecraft Modding and Roblox camp Learning to code the mods like exploding arrows, boat races or even the Hunger games and playing them on Minecraft is what we look forward to in this camp. During the break we will be playing Roblox with friends or even having them try out our mods. Please ensure that you have a working account for Minecraft Java Edition. Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. 6+ 6+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
8/4-8/8 Full Day In person YouTube Studio Lights, camera, action! Kids love watching their favorite YouTubers play games, as well as making videos documenting their crazy lives or family. In our new YouTube Studio camp we show kids how to create their own YouTube video content using our professional youtube recording studio equipment! Kids will learn about lighting, mics, video camera recording and operations, as well as how to use video editing software to mix their own creations together. We'll also teach them about audio as well as special effects. At the end of the camp each kid will have their very own video content they'll be proud to upload to their own YouTube channel! Windows or Mac PC required, no tablets. 8+ 8+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
8/11-8/15 Full Day In person Python AI & Machine Learning Artificial intelligence is a growing field that tests the limits of modern technology. Begin with an introduction to AI and machine learning, and take a look under the hood at how machine learning models are built. You’ll utilize Python coding tools to explore essential neural network design. Develop a fundamental coding skill set, train and test models, and learn how to solve complex problems. Your pursuit of a career in artificial intelligence could start here! 9+ 9+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
8/11-8/15 Full Day In person Web Developer - JavaScript, HTML, CSS Camp Our WebRox camp is all about websites, because the web rocks! Our campers will spend the week designing and building their very own websites and get 'em published to the world by the end of the week. Importantly, kids will be introduced to Internet Safety and why cyber-safety matters, plus we'll learn the basics of how the internet works. 9+ 9+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
8/18-8/22 Full Day In person Roblox, Game Design and YouTube Camp Kids LOVE Roblox! Using Roblox Studio we’ll be teaching the kids how to write code in the Lua programming language that will allow them to create their own players, environments and mini games! We’ll also teach them how to take their games online and about game design theory which makes games challenging and adds the element of fun that keeps players coming back again and again! We would also be using different programs like Unity, Java, Scratch (time permitting) to get a taste of game design. Students would make a YouTube video of their own games. Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. We would be forming groups depending on age and proficiency. 6+ 6+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
8/18-8/22 Full Day In person Game Builder Garage (Nintendo Switch) We’re always looking for new and fun ways to introduce kids to the power of learning to code and it appears Nintendo is as well! Nintendo Game Builder Garage is a new game that has a unique way of teaching kids how to code using their interface. It’s a new twist on learning to code and since it’s from the Nintendo team you know it’s fun! During this camp we’ll teach the kids to code using this gaming platform and we’ll build some fun and playable games that the kids will be able to share with the world via Nintendo’s online network! **** REQUIREMENTS *** Campers provide their own Nintendo Switch and Game Builder Garage software." 8+ 8+ $499 $299
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)
8/25-8/29 Full Day In person Mixed Bag coding camp This is a mixed bag camp with a new theme on coding and tech everyday. So while one day we would be working on Scratch/ Python and Game design, another day we could be working on animation shorts using flip book or stop motion technique. We would culminate the camp by learning how to make our own videos working on video and audio editing skills and learning how to use the green screen. Don't forget to show up on the last day as our campers demonstrate their projects with pride. Students are required to bring their own Windows or Mac laptops. 6+ 6+ $549 $349
(Use coupon code SUMMER25 to save $200)

Our Upcoming Events

EXPERIENCE THE CODER SCHOOL AT YOUR LOCAL SCHOOL!

Our @School program offers our introductory Code Class at your school campus to provide more coding opportunities for students who can't make it to our in-house Code Class at our facility in Buffalo/East Amherst. These classes vary in duration, based on the specific school. Please contact us at

(716) 800-1404 or buffalo@thecoderschool.com

to learn how to establish an on-site coding program at your school or in a virtual setting.

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS FOR GIRL SCOUTS

Have your Girl Scout Troop earn all of their new "Coding For Good" Badges by attending various Computer Technology Workshops at theCoderSchool!
Our 90-minute coding workshops are designed to help Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes or Seniors earn each of the new "CODING FOR GOOD" badges. Our Code Coaches® will introduce the girls in your troop to the world of coding using a variety of on-line tools. Additionally, we will have the girls read, discuss and sign the Girl Scout Internet Safety Pledge. The workshop price also includes an iron-on Coder School "FUN PATCH", a completion certificate, inspiration poster for each girl. Please contact us at

(716) 800-1404 or buffalo@thecoderschool.com

for pricing information and schedule availability for this unique educational opportunity for your troop.

Our Testimonials

  • "We could not be more happy with the opportunity that the Coder School Buffalo has given our son. He has always had in interest in video games and computers. The Coder School teaches him about programming and opens an opportunity for a career. This has been a wonderful experience "
    Brian T, Hamburg, NY
  • "A wonderful asset to our community. My kids have already learned so very much in their short time there! Umesh and Sanchayita are incredible."
    Jaclyn B, Buffalo, NY
  • "Our son has been taking classes at the Coder School and the teachers are wonderful! They are very knowledgeable and caring, always taking the time to let us know how our son is doing and what is being taught. They did a nice job determining my sons current skill level and matching him with a partner and instructor that will push him to the next level."
    Michelle M, Buffalo, NY
  • "The Coder School is Amazing! My son looks forward to his session every week! The owners and coaches are Awesome! The atmosphere here makes learning very fun for the kids. My son even likes to go early just to hang out. I highly recommend this place."
    Selina R, Akron, NY
  • "The team at The Coder School has been very kind and professional. What a great place for kids to learn not just coding skills, but life skills. The hour spent each week just on presentation and interpersonal communication skills is worth it by itself - and will be skills my son can use throughout his life. I don't understand the coding as well as he does, but I know that (like many boys) he hopes to code for video games someday. The Coder School basically is teaching him the alphabet and language to do just that someday. Great idea and wonderful staff! Thank you for coming to Buffalo!"
    Keith W, East Amherst, NY
  • "My son looks forward to his weekly coding session. He loves the challenge of learning something new in a supportive atmosphere. His coding coaches encourage him to progress at his own rate but are there when he has a question. I highly recommend The Coding School for kids who have an interest in learning to code."
    Pam P, East Amherst, NY
  • "I had a great time seeing my wife's nephew give a presentation on the application he created using python."
    James S, Lancaster, NY
  • "I was very excited when I got to know that there is a coder school for kids in Buffalo. Many thanks to these young and enthusiastic education pioneers who open the door of technology of tomorrow to our kids. The fact that they are the first kind to settle in Buffalo and set up the coder school was both brilliant and brave exploration. The staff are very thoughtful and keep the best benefit of the students in their mind. After registration, I realized the schedule conflicted with my son's summer school classes. By rules if I withdraw from coder school registration I was expected to pay large fines, but the coder school teachers and managers tried everyway to help me to convert the credit to best adapt to my son's schedule and avoided the fine at the same time. My son is having great time there, and I am so happy to see the early exposure is preparing him to be more ready for the future to come."
    Liu L, Williamsville, NY

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Apps We Build

Each year, theCoderSchool partners with the Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide coding contest run by districts of the U.S. Congress. Some of our students have won this prestigious prize, met their U.S. Congressperson, and even flown to DC for the winners event. Take a look at some recent CAC winners from theCoderSchool, or browse through our Live App Gallery to see custom apps our students are building!

School Info

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6035 Transit Rd
Across from Transit Valley Golf Course
(716)800-1404
buffalo@thecoderschool.com
Monday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Meet Our Owners

Umesh and Sanchayita

Welcome to theCoderSchool Buffalo! Meet Sanchayita and Umesh, or "accidental entrepreneurs" as they like to call themselves. They have called Buffalo home for over a decade and experienced their young family blossom, thanks to the excellent school system and community programs of Williamsville.

In addition, they also wished to start their daughter’s education in the high demand and growing tech industry. After not finding an option that catered to that need and realizing more students could benefit from learning essential tech skills, Umesh and Sanchayita were inspired to bring theCoderSchool to the community. Coding is unique because not only does it teach students to think by applying problem solving, but it also drives innovation. Students learn to think logically by applying commands to create anything they can imagine. No matter what field you decide to work in, coding and computers are all around us!

Sanchayita is double Masters in Economics and Business Management. With 12+ years of Retail experience under her belt, she currently plays an integral role in mainstreaming immigrants attached with International Institute of Buffalo as a linguist and interpreter.

Umesh has worked as a global tech and business consultant for over 15 years and currently working with M&T Bank as a Product Manager in their Digital Banking team. They are very excited to bring theCoderSchool to Buffalo! You can reach them anytime at s.shah@thecoderschool.com and umesh@thecoderschool.com.

Meet Our Code Coaches® Too!

We've got plenty of Coaches, and tons of Comp Sci experience tucked inside! Who's the best Coach for you? I guess you'll have to come on in for a free trial to find out! Roll over a pic to see if we jotted down their background!

We're always looking for great Code Coaches. Shoot us an email with resumé to see if we're a fit!

Frequently Asked Questions

How can coding help kids?

Many folks might think learning to code is so kids can actually code an app. Honestly, that's not usually the case! Coding real-life apps is tough. Despite what the media says, your kid is not writing some million dollar app by themselves in a month. Instead, coding helps kid *solve problems*. Coding is all about debugging and logically thinking through the fix. Breaking a large problem into smaller parts, logical sequencing, these are all important problem solving skills for any kid (or adult!). A second benefit is confidence and passion in technology. There's plenty of time for kids to learn the latest real tech (which changes all the time), but the time to build passion for technology (and a foundational knowledge base) is when they're young!

What is the best coding language to learn as a beginner?

The truth is, Scratch is amazing for a beginner at ANY AGE. If someone is truly a beginner, a platform like Scratch can allow them to create and engage much more quickly. Older kids (say 11 and up) can soon move to a language like Python or Javascript. Just remember that it takes a LOT MORE work to get Python/Javascript to do the same thing as Scratch - so the kids will need some patience. No matter what anyone tells you please DO NOT start learning with Java or C++! Those languages are too advanced to start with, and we've seen it too often - kids will give up because it's so hard! Definition of backfiring!

What is the best age to start coding?

It depends - we think the best age is the age they want to do it! Listen, there's plenty of time to *really* learn to code - there's a reason Comp Sci is a really tough college degree. The important thing in the younger years is to bring out the desire and passion to learn more - that's why at theCoderSchool we customize our projects based on the student's interests and really focus on engagement before learning.

How do I get accepted into a college computer science program?

These days, top colleges are incredibly selective. Learning to code by itself probably won't help you stand out enough. Instead, consider building a unique Coder Story. Can we help? Sure can!

What are the benefits of kids learning to code?

Children of all ages can benefit from learning coding skills, and students who get hands-on experience with computer programming go on to excel in other subjects Coding helps students gain computer proficiency and build real-world problem-solving skills. Exploring technology is essential for computer literacy. Building fundamental coding skills encourages creativity, promotes teamwork, and enhances spatial intelligence and logical thinking skills. Kids of all ages can learn computer science. For teenagers, learning how to code leads to the development of transferable skills that can be applied in future careers or workplaces. If your student is interested in data science or machine learning, a self-paced course in computer programming can help pave their path.

As you and your family consider coding programs, it helps to keep in mind:

  • The age of the student (we can teach kids as young as six)
  • Their individual interests (such as Lego, Roblox, robotics, video game design, or artificial intelligence)
  • Any previous hands-on experience with coding (even exposure to mobile apps or playing with Minecraft counts)
  • Preferred learning style (we offer both flexible and structured curricula and support self-paced learning)
  • Social skills (some students learn best in one-on-one lessons, while others favor teamwork)

    Whether the student wants to explore Minecraft modding in Minecraft camp, is interested in HTML, or wants to learn block-based coding like CSS, our interactive classes provide a great coding experience.

    Can a 6 year old do coding?

    Sure! Kids this young are just developing their sense of logic. While some advanced 6 year olds are ready to dive into learning Scratch, many are better off with fun learning apps like Kodable or Scratch Jr..

    How do kids learn to code?

    Same way adults do! The best way to learn something is to just DO it. It's not about all the theory and fancy words, it's about just doing it over and over again. If you're a parent with a college degree, think back. How much of that theoretical curriculum did you really use in your job? Or did you really learn your job by DOING your job? It's the same with kids, we'll mentor and guide them, but most importantly, we'll get them to code something custom that they want to code!

    Where is the best place to learn coding for kids?

    We're a little bit biased, but we think it's theCoderSchool! There's no better way to learn anything, including coding, than just doing it with a mentor to guide you. Online or in person, our Code Coaches will give you that low-ratio full attention that every kid deserves!
    • Read about Private+Semi-Private Coaching, Virtual Learning, Coding Classes, Robotics, Python, Scratch, or Video Game Coding
    or check out our general blog or our student blogs

    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®.

    Got a question? Email us at buffalo@thecoderschool.com!

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