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Welcome to theCoderSchool

39364 Fremont Blvd,

Next to USBank

(510)573-2529 • fremont@thecoderschool.com

Coding Classes for Kids available In-Person and Online

At theCoderSchool Fremont, we want to do more than just teach coding. We have created a fun and collaborative space where our students and Code Coaches® can work together on their own projects and take their coding skills to the next level.

In addition to teaching them languages such as Scratch, Python or Java, we want to make sure that our students feel empowered and learn other real-life skills such as teamwork, collaboration and presentation skills.

The best way to learn about our programs is to register for a FREE On-line, or In-Person, Sample Lesson. It will allow you to meet our staff, get your questions answered, and see if your student enjoys our teaching methods. You can use the blue form to the right to register for the sample lesson, without any cost or obligation.

Our Philosophy

Looking for coding lessons for kids in Fremont, CA? 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.

Learn About
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

Our Coding Camps

From AI to bots, web development to games, we got it all. Our camps stick to a low ratio of around 6:1 and are taught by our expert Code Coaches.

Our Upcoming Events

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Looking to enroll in any of our programs?

Our Testimonials

"The Coder School of Fremont is a great place for kids to learn to code. The teachers engage the kids with projects that interest them. They inspire the kids to invent new games, new apps, etc, all while making learning fun."
Gigi D., Union City
"My child has been with Coach Luis for two years. I’m impressed with the progress she has made in coding. The Coder School has helped students build foundations from the beginning and slowly progresses to the level the student is able to understand and engaged. My child is able to program and create video game and using python to program a robotic arm to move. It is very exciting to see how much my child looks forward to class. Learning to code helps with logical thinking and problem solving skills. I highly recommend the Coder School to any parents who are interested in getting their child involve in coding. It’s a useful knowledge to have in this tech world."
Nina G., Fremont
"My son has been going to the Coder school now for almost 4 years and really enjoys it. I have seen him create everything from interactive hockey games to web pages all from the beginning. He has worked with a number of programs including Python and HTML and every time I see his work, I am more and more pleased. The most important thing is that he is happy and enthusiastic about coding and really enjoys it."
Kathryn K., Fremont
"The coder school in Fremont is an awesome and an amazing facility that is structured all around the student. They are extremely flexible, cares about the student experience. My 11 year old son loves going here and now my 8 year old daughter wants to join. The staff and the teachers are best in class, accommodating and they welcome feedback to make the experience great for everyone."
R P, Fremont
"From my point of view, I have nothing but great things to say about The Coder School in Fremont. They're always there when I need them. I see them bend over backwards to help me and most especially my son. The instructors there are knowledgeable and personable to all students. They're super helpful in anything that you need. The ratio of student to instructor there is great. I know that my son is getting ample and personable time with the instructors there. My son is coding! I'm excited, but also dumbfounded at the rate that he's learning. From my son's point of view, he loves being there. The day that he goes, he can't wait to get there and I usually have to drag him out of there at the end of his session. He LOVES all the instructors there. And on the weekends when they have open hours to students, the instructors and workers are more than accommodating to my son. Every weekend he asks to go there and he'll use up every second to be there. He loves the environment. It is a fun learning atmosphere to be in. I can't get over the fact that he loves coding this much -- and that he's learning it from such a young age. He’s also made friends there. It us a safe and friendly environment for kids of all ages. I know, I’ve seen it myself. In my opinion, there isn't any other place that I would rather have my son be. The more he's there, the more he wants to code. Luis and his crew have something special there. I would highly recommend for any parent/student to go check out this amazing coding school. It is one of the best investments I’ve ever made and I know that it will do wonders for my son’s future. Thank you to the Coder School! "
Rex A., Fremont
"Our both daughters are excited when they go to their coding class. I appreciate that I get feedback from both of their teachers. Thank you Navi"
Navi S., Fremont
"What I love about the coder school experience so far is that the coach, the staff and the program instills and fosters a strong interest in coding. Our kid feels like his sessions come a lot out of his own choices and has a lot of fun with the progression. "
T. G., Fremont
"The Coder School Fremont are an impressive team which delivers on their promises and are stand out performers in the Tutoring sector. My son is happy with his coach and is always excited to go to his class."
Nina P., Fremont
"I have been pleasantly surprised by the consistently high quality service delivered by the coder school Fremont and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a hard working company in the Tutoring sector."
P. C., Fremont
"I'd like to recommend CoderSchool of Fremont to anyone who's looking for a good coaching program for their kids for programming . My daughter, Saee, has been getting 1:1 coaching for past 4+ months . I am happy that she feels excited about the Arduino project that she's working on . She's also learning Python . Saee likes to work with the instructors at CoderSchool and is always looking forward to the class . I am happy with the level of knowledge of the instructors at Coderschool. Also the location has a nice interior and upbeat vibe to it . Folks at the scheduling desk are also super nice and easy to work with."
R B, Fremont

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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

39364 Fremont Blvd
Next to USBank
(510)573-2529
fremont@thecoderschool.com
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Meet Our Owner and GM

Luis Lopez-Echeto

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Luis and I'm the General Manager and Owner at theCoderSchool in Fremont, CA. As a child I was always intrigued by technology and computers in particular which led me into getting a BSc in Microelectronic Engineering - designing and building the electronic circuits inside computers, as well as an MSc in Software Development from RIT in Rochester, NY. Thanks to my background, I've had a very successful and rewarding career and I got to work with some of the largest software companies out there like Oracle, LinkedIn and Microsoft as well as hundreds of other companies in many different fields.

My biggest passion is learning, and what better way to learn than to teach children. I'm extremely excited to be able to share my experience with our students and empowering them to take control of their destiny and, of course, change the world =) Want to know more? Feel free to reach out to me directly at luis@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 fremont@thecoderschool.com!

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