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Summer Coding Camps

While we’re mostly an after-school custom-learning coding shop, we also offer Summer Camps! Our in-person coding camps can be a great way to keep your kids learning computer science through their time away from school. theCoderSchool’s camps target kids’ interests, from video game development to robotics to minecraft to roblox to javascript with html/css and even mobile game development.

How We Teach at Our Camps

Our camps are all low-ratio, with typically six campers to each instructor. Camp instructors are often our regular year-round Code Coaches® who have lots of experience teaching coding skills to kids throughout the year. Each camp has recommendations around age and skill level, but all are open to discussion based on your child’s experience with coding.

How Our Camps Are Run

Each day camp runs for a full week, usually starting mid-morning and finishing early afternoon, although some camps are offered as a half-day. While we’ll do lots of on-computer learning, we’ll also take plenty of breaks and take a walk outside or other indoor activities. At the end of the week, students give demos to show off their hard work from the week and their newfound critical thinking skills.

Our Coding Camps

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2024 Summer Camps Let's get ready for summer camps! Our camps are run in our school from 9am-3pm Mon-Fri with a lunch break from 11:45 am to 1:00 pm. Camp will be a mixture of working on a week-long coding project, coding challenges, break-out rooms and screen-free breaks and of course, the chance to present their project to their fellow campers on the last day of camp!. What better way to get your kids out of your hair in the summer?. Note that Yellow, Green and Red Camps offer different projects so coders can sign up for any camp with no pre-requisites. By signing up for multiple camps coders continue their skill development and stay engaged without repeating projects. Explore theCoderSchool Cary's engaging In-Person Summer Camps! Our camps offer a fun-filled learning experience for kids. Parents, rest assured—your child just needs to bring lunch and a water bottle; we handle the rest! Additionally, we provide extended care from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM each weekday. For this service, please notify us a day in advance. Note that a $50 fee will be charged for each day of extended care, conveniently billed to your card on file. Join us for an enriching summer adventure! Use code TECHLOVE25 to receive $25 early bird discount when you register for Camps by 02/29/2024 (excludes July 1st camp) Beyond Camps: Our year around program builds upon their camp experience. Coding Camp is like a Piano camp, you learn basic skill during the camp. However if you would like to be a Pianist - you take year-around lesson. We are open for "In-Person" and "ONLINE" classes for Kids to continue their coding lessons in our year-around program. Sign-up for a free trial lesson here or email us at cary@thecoderschool.com. If you live in Raleigh area, visit our Raleigh location Website: Click here Note: Please email us at cary@thecoderschool.com or leave a voicemail at (919) 234-5193 for immediate response and any urgency during camps.

GAME DEVELOPMENT (Ages 7-10)

This fun camp is all about coding Embark on a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of creating arcade-themed games in Scratch meets the joy of developing awesome skills! Campers will not only construct a real functioning arcade-style game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of arcade-themed challenges. Tailored for both beginners and novice coders, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering diverse projects, including arcade-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer of coding fun, where your child can learn, create arcade magic, and enjoy every step of the way!

6/17-6/21 In-Person | Game Development - Arcade Yellow, $399 (0 spots left) Sold Out
6/24-6/28 In-Person | Game Development - Sports Yellow, $399 (4 spots left)
7/8-7/12 In-Person | Game Development - Arcade Green, $399 (4 spots left)
7/15-7/19 In-Person | Game Development - Sports Green, $399 (3 spots left)
7/29-8/2 In-Person | Game Development - Arcade Red, $399 (4 spots left)
8/5-8/9 In-Person | Game Development - Sports Red, $399 (8 spots left)

PYTHON STARTUP (Ages 10+)

Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of coding with Python, the powerhouse language that's making waves! While we might not have a school pet snake, we're bringing you something just as exciting. This camp is tailored for our intermediate coders, and here's the kicker – no prior Python experience necessary! Whether you prefer to ease into it or rev up your coding engines, there's a place for you. Just make sure your typing skills are up to snuff because we're in for a ride. Get set for an adventure where computer usage and navigation knowledge are your keys to unlocking the Python magic. Join us for a summer of coding excitement like never before!

6/17-6/21 In-Person | Python startup, $399 (8 spots left)
6/24-6/28 In-Person | Python startup, $399 (6 spots left)
7/22-7/26 In-Person | Python startup, $399 (7 spots left)
8/12-8/16 In-Person | Python startup, $399 (7 spots left)

WEBROX (Ages 10+)

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 (wait, you mean that Facebook page lives out in the “cloud” somewhere?!). As usual, our Fridays are all about the demo, showing off the all cool website stuff the kids create!

7/8-7/12 In-Person | WebRox, $399 (7 spots left)

Roblox! (Ages 10+)

Get ready for an immersive experience at our Roblox Summer Camp! Delve into the fascinating realm of game creation using the Lua coding language on the renowned Roblox platform. Campers will channel their creativity to craft unique games that they can proudly publish for the world to enjoy. Keep in mind, a Windows or MacOS computer is a must for this exciting journey, and a solid foundation in computer usage and navigation is essential. Join us for a summer filled with Roblox fun, where you won't just play games – you'll be the mastermind behind them! Camp will be taking a break on July 4th in celebration of the occasion. Note: Make sure the kid brings their own laptop.

7/1-7/5 In-Person | Roblox Remix, $325 (0 spots left) Sold Out
8/5-8/9 In-Person | Roblox Remix, $399 (5 spots left)

MOBILE MADNESS (Ages 10+)

Enter the realm of smartphone sorcery with our Mobile Madness camp! Ever since Steve Jobs waved his magic wand with the iPhone in 2007, our lives have been under the spell of smartphones. Now, it's time for our intermediate coders to brew some enchantment of their own by delving into the wizardry of mobile app development. Picture this: crafting next-gen hybrid apps that dance between reality and code. Caution: To join this mystical journey, you'll need nimble typing skills and basic programming knowledge. Join us for a magical coding adventure, where smartphones become the canvas for your coding spells!

7/29-8/2 In-Person | Mobile Madness, $399 (8 spots left)

RISE OF THE MACHINES (Ages 10+)

Step into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the buzzword that's shaking up the scene, and we're here to guide you through it all. What exactly is AI? Why is it making waves worldwide? And no, we won't forget to discuss the looming threat of the Terminator making a comeback for John Connor! Join us as we unravel the mysteries of AI, exploring its use cases, diving deep into fundamental algorithms, and even crafting some basic AI apps. Heads up: You'll need nimble typing skills and a sprinkle of basic programming knowledge to join this futuristic journey!

7/15-7/19 In-Person | Rise of Machines (AI), $399 (6 spots left)

Other Camps

This location also offers other camps that aren't a part of theCoderSchool's standard offerings. For full descriptions, please see the Camp Schedule below.

7/22-7/26 In-Person | Amazing Animation Green (Ages 7-10) $399
8/12-8/16 In-Person | Amazing Animation Red (Ages 7-10) $399
7/1-7/5 In-Person | Amazing Animation Yellow (Ages 7-10) $325 Sold Out
Welcome to theCoderSchool

Welcome to theCoderSchool, a place that teaches coding camps and a whole lot more during the school year. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, theCoderSchool believes every kid is unique, and we treat them that way. Our core program revolves around a mentor relationship with experienced coders, Code Coaches who can guide our students through their amazing - and custom - technical journey. To find out more about our regular after school program during the school year, fill out our form!

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Camp Schedule By Week

2024 Summer Camps Let's get ready for summer camps! Our camps are run in our school from 9am-3pm Mon-Fri with a lunch break from 11:45 am to 1:00 pm. Camp will be a mixture of working on a week-long coding project, coding challenges, break-out rooms and screen-free breaks and of course, the chance to present their project to their fellow campers on the last day of camp!. What better way to get your kids out of your hair in the summer?. Note that Yellow, Green and Red Camps offer different projects so coders can sign up for any camp with no pre-requisites. By signing up for multiple camps coders continue their skill development and stay engaged without repeating projects. Explore theCoderSchool Cary's engaging In-Person Summer Camps! Our camps offer a fun-filled learning experience for kids. Parents, rest assured—your child just needs to bring lunch and a water bottle; we handle the rest! Additionally, we provide extended care from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM each weekday. For this service, please notify us a day in advance. Note that a $50 fee will be charged for each day of extended care, conveniently billed to your card on file. Join us for an enriching summer adventure! Use code TECHLOVE25 to receive $25 early bird discount when you register for Camps by 02/29/2024 (excludes July 1st camp) Beyond Camps: Our year around program builds upon their camp experience. Coding Camp is like a Piano camp, you learn basic skill during the camp. However if you would like to be a Pianist - you take year-around lesson. We are open for "In-Person" and "ONLINE" classes for Kids to continue their coding lessons in our year-around program. Sign-up for a free trial lesson here or email us at cary@thecoderschool.com. If you live in Raleigh area, visit our Raleigh location Website: Click here Note: Please email us at cary@thecoderschool.com or leave a voicemail at (919) 234-5193 for immediate response and any urgency during camps.
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6/17-6/21 In-Person Game Development - Arcade Yellow This fun camp is all about coding Embark on a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of creating arcade-themed games in Scratch meets the joy of developing awesome skills! Campers will not only construct a real functioning arcade-style game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of arcade-themed challenges. Tailored for both beginners and novice coders, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering diverse projects, including arcade-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer of coding fun, where your child can learn, create arcade magic, and enjoy every step of the way! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(0 spots left)
6/17-6/21 In-Person Python startup Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of coding with Python, the powerhouse language that's making waves! While we might not have a school pet snake, we're bringing you something just as exciting. This camp is tailored for our intermediate coders, and here's the kicker – no prior Python experience necessary! Whether you prefer to ease into it or rev up your coding engines, there's a place for you. Just make sure your typing skills are up to snuff because we're in for a ride. Get set for an adventure where computer usage and navigation knowledge are your keys to unlocking the Python magic. Join us for a summer of coding excitement like never before! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(8 spots left)
6/24-6/28 In-Person Game Development - Sports Yellow Step into a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of crafting sports-themed games in Scratch combines with the joy of honing awesome coding skills! Participants will not only dive into crafting a fully functional sports-themed game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on cultivating logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of sports-themed challenges. Tailored for both coding beginners and those with a bit of experience, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering various projects, including engaging sports-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer filled with coding fun, where your child can learn, create sports magic, and relish every step of the journey! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(4 spots left)
6/24-6/28 In-Person Python startup Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of coding with Python, the powerhouse language that's making waves! While we might not have a school pet snake, we're bringing you something just as exciting. This camp is tailored for our intermediate coders, and here's the kicker – no prior Python experience necessary! Whether you prefer to ease into it or rev up your coding engines, there's a place for you. Just make sure your typing skills are up to snuff because we're in for a ride. Get set for an adventure where computer usage and navigation knowledge are your keys to unlocking the Python magic. Join us for a summer of coding excitement like never before! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(6 spots left)
7/1-7/5 In-Person Amazing Animation Yellow Get ready for an exhilarating coding adventure with Scratch, the drag-and-drop language that turns imagination into captivating stories and animations! This experience is tailor-made for our creative coders who are passionate about storytelling and animation. Whether you're a coding beginner or have some intermediate skills, our camp is designed to supercharge your abilities while having an absolute blast. And here's the cherry on top: our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering thrilling projects for continuous skill development. Don't miss out on the excitement—join us for a summer of coding fun and let your creativity soar to new heights! Camp will be taking a break on July 4th in celebration of the occasion. Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $325
(2 spots left)
7/1-7/5 In-Person Roblox Remix Get ready for an immersive experience at our Roblox Summer Camp! Delve into the fascinating realm of game creation using the Lua coding language on the renowned Roblox platform. Campers will channel their creativity to craft unique games that they can proudly publish for the world to enjoy. Keep in mind, a Windows or MacOS computer is a must for this exciting journey, and a solid foundation in computer usage and navigation is essential. Join us for a summer filled with Roblox fun, where you won't just play games – you'll be the mastermind behind them! Camp will be taking a break on July 4th in celebration of the occasion. Note: Make sure the kid brings their own laptop. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $325
(0 spots left)
7/8-7/12 In-Person Game Development - Arcade Green Embark on a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of creating arcade-themed games in Scratch meets the joy of developing awesome skills! Campers will not only construct a real functioning arcade-style game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of arcade-themed challenges. Tailored for both beginners and novice coders, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering diverse projects, including arcade-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer of coding fun, where your child can learn, create arcade magic, and enjoy every step of the way! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(4 spots left)
7/8-7/12 In-Person WebRox 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 (wait, you mean that Facebook page lives out in the “cloud” somewhere?!). As usual, our Fridays are all about the demo, showing off the all cool website stuff the kids create! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(7 spots left)
7/15-7/19 In-Person Game Development - Sports Green Step into a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of crafting sports-themed games in Scratch combines with the joy of honing awesome coding skills! Participants will not only dive into crafting a fully functional sports-themed game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on cultivating logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of sports-themed challenges. Tailored for both coding beginners and those with a bit of experience, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering various projects, including engaging sports-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer filled with coding fun, where your child can learn, create sports magic, and relish every step of the journey! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(3 spots left)
7/15-7/19 In-Person Rise of Machines (AI) Step into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the buzzword that's shaking up the scene, and we're here to guide you through it all. What exactly is AI? Why is it making waves worldwide? And no, we won't forget to discuss the looming threat of the Terminator making a comeback for John Connor! Join us as we unravel the mysteries of AI, exploring its use cases, diving deep into fundamental algorithms, and even crafting some basic AI apps. Heads up: You'll need nimble typing skills and a sprinkle of basic programming knowledge to join this futuristic journey! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(6 spots left)
7/22-7/26 In-Person Amazing Animation Green Get ready for an exhilarating coding adventure with Scratch, the drag-and-drop language that turns imagination into captivating stories and animations! This experience is tailor-made for our creative coders who are passionate about storytelling and animation. Whether you're a coding beginner or have some intermediate skills, our camp is designed to supercharge your abilities while having an absolute blast. And here's the cherry on top: our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering thrilling projects for continuous skill development. Don't miss out on the excitement—join us for a summer of coding fun and let your creativity soar to new heights! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(6 spots left)
7/22-7/26 In-Person Python startup Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of coding with Python, the powerhouse language that's making waves! While we might not have a school pet snake, we're bringing you something just as exciting. This camp is tailored for our intermediate coders, and here's the kicker – no prior Python experience necessary! Whether you prefer to ease into it or rev up your coding engines, there's a place for you. Just make sure your typing skills are up to snuff because we're in for a ride. Get set for an adventure where computer usage and navigation knowledge are your keys to unlocking the Python magic. Join us for a summer of coding excitement like never before! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(7 spots left)
7/29-8/2 In-Person Game Development - Arcade Red Embark on a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of creating arcade-themed games in Scratch meets the joy of developing awesome skills! Campers will not only construct a real functioning arcade-style game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of arcade-themed challenges. Tailored for both beginners and novice coders, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering diverse projects, including arcade-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer of coding fun, where your child can learn, create arcade magic, and enjoy every step of the way! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(4 spots left)
7/29-8/2 In-Person Mobile Madness Enter the realm of smartphone sorcery with our Mobile Madness camp! Ever since Steve Jobs waved his magic wand with the iPhone in 2007, our lives have been under the spell of smartphones. Now, it's time for our intermediate coders to brew some enchantment of their own by delving into the wizardry of mobile app development. Picture this: crafting next-gen hybrid apps that dance between reality and code. Caution: To join this mystical journey, you'll need nimble typing skills and basic programming knowledge. Join us for a magical coding adventure, where smartphones become the canvas for your coding spells! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(8 spots left)
8/5-8/9 In-Person Game Development - Sports Red Step into a coding adventure at our summer camp, where the thrill of crafting sports-themed games in Scratch combines with the joy of honing awesome coding skills! Participants will not only dive into crafting a fully functional sports-themed game but also grasp fundamental coding concepts applicable to any language. The focus is on cultivating logical thinking, all while having a blast with the excitement of sports-themed challenges. Tailored for both coding beginners and those with a bit of experience, our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering various projects, including engaging sports-themed ones, for continuous skill development. Join us for a summer filled with coding fun, where your child can learn, create sports magic, and relish every step of the journey! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(8 spots left)
8/5-8/9 In-Person Roblox Remix Get ready for an immersive experience at our Roblox Summer Camp! Delve into the fascinating realm of game creation using the Lua coding language on the renowned Roblox platform. Campers will channel their creativity to craft unique games that they can proudly publish for the world to enjoy. Keep in mind, a Windows or MacOS computer is a must for this exciting journey, and a solid foundation in computer usage and navigation is essential. Join us for a summer filled with Roblox fun, where you won't just play games – you'll be the mastermind behind them! Note: Make sure the kid brings their own laptop. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(5 spots left)
8/12-8/16 In-Person Amazing Animation Red Get ready for an exhilarating coding adventure with Scratch, the drag-and-drop language that turns imagination into captivating stories and animations! This experience is tailor-made for our creative coders who are passionate about storytelling and animation. Whether you're a coding beginner or have some intermediate skills, our camp is designed to supercharge your abilities while having an absolute blast. And here's the cherry on top: our Yellow, Green, and Red Camps are independent, offering thrilling projects for continuous skill development. Don't miss out on the excitement—join us for a summer of coding fun and let your creativity soar to new heights! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-10 $399
(8 spots left)
8/12-8/16 In-Person Python startup Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of coding with Python, the powerhouse language that's making waves! While we might not have a school pet snake, we're bringing you something just as exciting. This camp is tailored for our intermediate coders, and here's the kicker – no prior Python experience necessary! Whether you prefer to ease into it or rev up your coding engines, there's a place for you. Just make sure your typing skills are up to snuff because we're in for a ride. Get set for an adventure where computer usage and navigation knowledge are your keys to unlocking the Python magic. Join us for a summer of coding excitement like never before! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(7 spots left)

Experience Interactive STEM Learning

We design our coding camps to help kids understand STEM topics through interactive, hands-on experiences. Our engaging approach makes sometimes complex concepts palatable for younger students. Hands-on STEM learning is highly valuable for students, giving them skills they can use for years to come—even if they don’t become computer programmers. Some of the useful skills they’ll pick up include:

Making STEM fun and interesting is our specialty at theCoderSchool, and we’re confident that your child will come away with a newfound appreciation for computer programming through our immersive learning experience.

Coding Camps for Kids FAQ

What is a coding camp?

Coding summer camps are week-long coding courses in a variety of topics, from robotics to artificial intelligence to video game design and development. We also teach an Intro to Python Programming camp, one of the fastest growing programming languages in the world!

What makes theCoderSchool camps different?

Our coding camps at theCoderSchool are unique because they are taught in small groups and very hands-on, giving campers a more immersive experience in which to improve their technical skills.

How does a coding camp help kids?

Coding camps help our campers learn in a collaborative way. Not only are they picking up useful teamwork skills, but they’re also learning the fundamentals of a valuable STEM subject in a fun and engaging way.

What is the best coding camp for kids?

We know how different kids are from one another, and our camps help reflect that diversity. You'll find camps that focus on javascript and HTML/CSS for web development, use Scratch for game design, game development, and animations, we even have camps that teach algorithms for basic artificial intelligence and data science. We also employ a project-based learning experience.

How do I find a camp near me?

Our coding schools are scattered around the US, so be sure to find a kids’ coding camp near you to discover what options are available in your area and for enrollment.
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