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Welcome to theCoderSchool

Buffalo, NY

6035 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051
Across from Transit Valley Golf Course
Map(716)800-1404buffalo@thecoderschool.com
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Hey Super-Parent!
We're happy you're looking for options 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 - Friday - 4-8 pm
Saturday - 9 am - 2 pm
Please schedule an appointment to have your free first lesson by calling us at 716 800 1404.

Closed for Thanksgiving: Thur(11/24) - Sun(11/27) and Winter Holidays: Sat(12/24) - Sun(1/1)
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Code Coaching®

Code Coaching® is our core philosophy, and what our school is all about!  We believe that every student is different, and that kids should learn in the way that works best for each child. How? Our Code Coaches® - they're the magic sauce!  Unlike some coding schools, we don't just leave the kids in front of a computer, expecting the software to teach them how to code. Nor do we force all kids to go through the same curriculum or projects, regardless of their skills and interests. Instead, our Code Coaches® customize their lessons for each child, and focus on a 2 on 1 mentee-mentor relationship with our kids so our students can get the focused attention they need.

Code Coaching® works for kids of all ages and skill levels, from novice to advanced. From game development to web apps, Python to Java, or even niche technologies like AI and beyond, our Coaches can help your kids achieve their goals.

Sessions run one or two hours a week (your choice), at the same time every week on a schedule that works for both you and our assigned Coach. Check out our video for more info!

Coding Lessons for Kids in Buffalo, NY

Coding takes practice, and we believe getting kids to code consistently throughout the year is the only way they'll really learn to code. theCoderSchool has a staff of hundreds of Code Coaches all around the country, so we know a thing or two about mentoring students in computer science. That's why our after-school coding classes for kids revolve around this relationship, providing a long-term mentor in a Code Coach to teach kids to code, from someone who's an expert coder themselves. Conveniently located near great schools like Transit Middle School and East High School, theCoderSchool Buffalo is located in East Amherst, about a half hour northeast of the city. In addition to coding, we also offer fun camps like Roblox and Minecraft Camps. Our expert coaches have backgrounds from top universities like Cornell or Northwestern, some who work at NASA or Lockheed Martin, and even coaches who are running their own start up companies. We're also proud to be working with inner city kids through the Upward Bound program, a US Dept. of Education initiative that helps kids prepare for college entrance.

Programs at theCoderSchool

Our coding school's flagship after-school program, Code Coaching®, combines a super-small 2:1 teaching ratio with individualized curriculum so kids are able to move at their own pace, doing things that interest them most. While Code Coaching is our premium program, we also offer a more traditional Code Class for those looking for either software-driven or static-curriculum teaching in a larger ratio. And during summer and holiday breaks, we offer Coding Camps. When available, programs are offered in both in-person and virtual formats. Contact us to find out more and get a free trial today.

theCoderSchool System

We're part of a nationwide system of passionate owners in over 60 locations around the country, teaching over 6,500 students every week with the brainpower of 1000+ expert Code Coaches®. We're proud of the impact theCoderSchool has had on communities everywhere since our brand was founded way back in August of 2014. In short, we know a thing or two about teaching kids to code - so let's get to it!

What Kids Learn

We believe that every student learns in his or her own way, not only in what they want to work on, but how fast and how much. Our Coder Tree® is a visualization of our students' learning options as they grow and a sampling of some of the topics we teach. Find more details about what kids are learning by checking out our Coder Tree®.

Tracking Progress

Our suite of proprietary tools* chart weekly progress by tracking concepts and apps, and longer term progress by identifying skills to build their individual Coder Tree®. Get an idea of our progress tools by clicking through a Sample Student's Student Portal to see for yourself.

* Used by participating locations, check your location for availability

Apps We Build

Congressional App Challenge

Each year, theCoderSchool partners with the Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide coding contest run by districts of the U.S. Congress. Take a look at some recent winners, or ask about our App Gallery to see more apps!

  • Interactive mental health website
    2022 Winner - Pleasanton CA
    Interactive mental health website
  • Scheduling software for busy high schoolers
    2022 Winner - Henderson NV
    Scheduling software for busy high schoolers
  • Website+game to educate on carbon footprint
    2022 Winner - Yorba Linda CA
    Website+game to educate on carbon footprint
  • Help health care workers with code blue
    2021 Winner - Sarasota FL
    Help health care workers with code blue
  • Chat room with built-in AI
    2021 Winner - Buffalo NY
    Chat room with built-in AI
  • Gem collection game in Python
    2021 Winner - Folsom CA
    Gem collection game in Python
  • Education resource for all communities
    2021 Winner - Syosset NY
    Education resource for all communities
  • Drone/AI social distance detection
    2020 Winner - Buffalo NY
    Drone/AI social distance detection
  • Teen job/volunteer matching
    2020 Winner - St Louis MO
    Teen job/volunteer matching
  • 3D Max Game in HTML
    2020 Winner - Folsom CA
    3D Max Game in HTML
  • Note taking for online learning
    2020 Winner - Las Vegas NV
    Note taking for online learning
  • Help make food decisions for health
    2020 Winner - Buffalo, NY
    Help make food decisions for health
  • Distribute restaurant leftovers
    2020 Winner - Syosset NY
    Distribute restaurant leftovers

HOLIDAY & SUMMER CAMPS

Let's get ready for coding camps 2022 -2023! 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 and socially distanced 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 Friday 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 guess what, we're offering a discount $150 off for a limited time. Just use the code CAMP150 at checkout!!

(Looking for more details? You can also read more about our main camps.)

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Week Format Camp Ages Price
6/26-6/30 Full day Summer Break In person Make it Go with Robots 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. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $549 $399
(2 spots left)
6/26-6/30 Full day Summer Break In person Python Startup camp We don't have a pet snake for our schools, so we'll settle for introducing you to Python, one of the most popular coding languages today. Start slowly or code fast, this camp is for our intermediate coders - no Python experience necessary! Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $524 $374
(4 spots left)
7/5-7/7 Full day Summer Break In person Game Design camp We would be using different programs to get a taste of game design. We would be using Scratch, Python, Lua, Minecraft Java or even Unity to build games that we can create and also let our friends play. Students are encouraged to bring their own windows or Mac laptop for this camp if they would like to make games in Lua, Unity or Minecraft Java. Ages 7-16 Ages 7-16 $399 $249
(2 spots left)
7/10-7/14 Full day Summer Break In person YouTube Studio camp 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! Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $549 $399
(2 spots left)
7/10-7/14 Full day Summer Break In person Games are Awesome with Rocket League camp We'll be using cool drag n' drop languages like Scratch or Snap to create us some cool new and classic games! Aimed at our newbie and novice coders. And while taking break we can be outside or play Rocket League while making new friends. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $524 $374
(5 spots left)
7/17-7/21 Full day Summer Break 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. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $524 $374
(4 spots left)
7/17-7/21 Full day Summer Break In person Lego Mindstorms Python Coding camp This just in: A one-of-a-kind, hands-on robotics engineering experience awaits your child, built around the LEGO MINDSTORMS set! Kids explore the boundless world of mechanical creation and code with the Python programming language, and dive into the dynamic possibilities of the LEGO building system. They’ll get immersed in an environment that encourages teamwork, friendship, and creativity while getting hands on with the hottest robotics tools out right now! Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $549 $399
(2 spots left)
7/24-7/28 Full day Summer Break In person Minecraft Redstone Coding camp Redstone is like electricity in Minecraft, it can make things move and light up! Learn about the different components that work with Redstone, and how they can be combined to build awesome machines. Projects may include doors, elevators, flying machines, weapons and much more! Oh and there will be TNT!! 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. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $524 $374
(2 spots left)
7/24-7/28 Full day Summer Break In person Python, Pottermania and Minecraft camp You are crazy about Harry Potter and Minecraft? We are too. We will weave your child's love for Harry Potter and python and introduce them to a magical world. While taking breaks we will either be outside playing quidditch or inside at the Hogwarts school of Minecraft. Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $524 $374
(5 spots left)
7/31-8/4 Full day Summer Break In person YouTube Studio camp 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! Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $549 $399
(5 spots left)
7/31-8/4 Full day Summer Break 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. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $524 $374
(5 spots left)
8/7-8/11 Full day Summer Break In person Animation Studio camp Calling all of our creative kids out there! In our Animation Studio Camp we’ll use a browser based tool to teach the kids how to create their own custom 2D Sprites and then we’ll teach them to use these sprites to create their own animated shorts, complete with sound effects and their own voice overs! Want to know something else which is cool? The sprites and animations the kids create can be used in their own coding projects in the future! Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $549 $399
(5 spots left)
8/7-8/11 Full day Summer Break In person 3D Printing and Coding Mashup camp A.I Scratch, 3D Print, Roblox, mBot Bundle. We’ll build an Artificial Intelligence Scratch game, 3D Printing with Code, Roblox Coding and mBot Robotics. Calling all wannabe "Jack of all trades" to join the coding party! Students have to carry their own MAC or PC. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $549 $399
(5 spots left)
8/14-8/18 Full day Summer Break In person YouTube Studio camp 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! Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $549 $399
(5 spots left)
8/14-8/18 Full day Summer Break In person Robotics 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) as well as making some from scratch through hands-on projects that will culminate in a demo at the end of the week. Students are encouraged to bring their own windows/ Mac laptops. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $549 $399
(4 spots left)
8/21-8/25 Full day Summer Break In person Roblox Rockers 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! Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. We would be forming groups depending on age and proficiency. Ages 7-16 Ages 7-16 $524 $374
(4 spots left)
8/28 - 9/1 Full Day Summer Break 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 encouraged to bring their own Windows or Mac laptops. All ages welcome All ages welcome $549 $399
(2 spots left)

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
  • "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
  • "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
  • "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
  • "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

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Our Upcoming Events

Roblox 6 session Workshop ( 10/15-11/19)

Roblox is quite the hype these days. Students will learn to code in Lua using the Roblox studio
(October 15, 2022 - November 19, 2022 (10 am - 11 am)
$149 only
Learn about Roblox studio and Game Architecture virtually, sitting in the comfort of your home from one of the best. Coach by day, Gamer by night!!


- Roblox Coding and Lua scripting
- Roblox Game Architecture
- Understanding Game Assets
- Sound, Lighting and Effects
- Roblox Cross Platforms Support
- Roblox GUI system
If time permits we would also learn about cloud storage using the Roblox Data Store


SOLD OUT!!

Roblox 6 session Workshop ( 10/15-11/19)

Roblox is quite the hype these days. Students will learn to code in Lua using the Roblox studio
(October 15, 2022 - November 19, 2022 (11 am 12 pm)
$149 only
Learn about Roblox studio and Game Architecture virtually, sitting in the comfort of your home from one of the best. Coach by day, Gamer by night!!


- Roblox Coding and Lua scripting
- Roblox Game Architecture
- Understanding Game Assets
- Sound, Lighting and Effects
- Roblox Cross Platforms Support
- Roblox GUI system
If time permits we would also learn about cloud storage using the Roblox Data Store
New Session Launched

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.

School Info

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6035 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051
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.

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!

    Does coding require reading?

    It definitely requires a little bit of reading and comprehension. Even coding with blocks requires some reading, albeit not as much. More importantly when kids move on to typed languages like Python or Javascript - they have to know how to type! If they can't type, coding typed languages is more than frustrating, often causing kids to quit.

    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!
  • Private+Semi-Private Coaching

    Virtual Learning

    Coding Classes

    Robotics

    Python

    Scratch

    Video Game 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 for kids? We're among 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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