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Welcome to theCoderSchool
39 New London Turnpike,
Inside Glen Lochen

(860)266-6292glastonbury@thecoderschool.com

For ages 7 to 18, in person and Online lessons! Super small ratios. Once a week for one hour, and twice a week for semi private lessons.

Full schedule along with pricing is listed at the bottom of our website. Please contact us for more information.

Languages and platforms we teach: Scratch (block coding), Python, Minecraft, Java, Javascript, Nintendo Switch, HTML/CSS, Roblox (Lua), Unity (2D/3D gaming C#), C++, Artificial Intelligence (basics), C, and more. For more information, please sign up for a free 30 Minute coding trial.

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Our Philosophy

Looking for coding lessons for kids near Hartford? 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

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Camp Schedule By Week

$50 Dollars off! Early Bird Special, use code CAMPSALE2025 for each camp - code expires 3/31 Let's get ready for summer camps! Our camps run from 9:00am-3:00pm Mon-Fri. All of our camp offerings are currently for in person only. Students take multiple breaks throughout the day where they work on team building activities, and venture outside for summer fun (weather permitting). Every Friday is Pizza & Demo day! We do a fun pizza party and demo so that the kids can show off their projects to the parents and guardians that are able to attend. During the week we will also showcase the functionality of a Drone and capture some cool aerial pictures. Our camps are held at our coding facilities and leverage goodies from our year-round programs to create a uniquely collaborative environment where the kids work together, code together, and have a rockin' fun summer together! ALL camps are geared for beginner students and newbies! Students with experience are also welcome to sign up. Once camps fill up, to add your child onto a waitlist for a summer camp, please email glastonbury@thecoderschool.com
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Week Format Camp Ages Price
6/23-6/27 In Person Game Design with Minecraft, Scratch, & 3D Printing Using the platform Scratch (invented by MIT) students will create fun projects such as flappy bird, fish food, or your own version of slither (snake game). Using Minecraft Education Edition, students will use block coding to follow instructions and help save the sheep on the farm or polar bears in the arctic. All platforms use block coding. During downtime students can play Minecraft in their own worlds. Students will also have the opportunity to print 3D prints of their choice. Aimed at our beginner coders! All equipment will be provided. No experience required. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $519 $469
6/30-7/3 In Person Lego Masters & 3D Printing In our LEGO Masters Camp we use popular LEGO coding kits such as the Mindstorms, Spike, Boost and Essentials to teach kids to build some awesome creations and to program them with Scratch & Python to perform cool tricks and even some Artificial Intelligence or AI! Students will also have the opportunity to print 3D prints of their choice. All equipment will be provided. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $419 $369
7/7-7/11 In Person Python & Artificial Intelligence Using Google’s Machine Learning platform, students will learn the basics of how Artificial Intelligence works. Python is the fastest growing language in the world, used by Google, Facebook and Instagram, to name a few. Students will create their own fun custom projects in Python. Topics covered are: loops, if then statements, variables, and more. Aimed at our beginner coders. All equipment will be provided. Ages 10+ (please contact us if your child is younger with coding experience for enrollment). Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $519 $469
7/14-7/18 In Person Roblox Rockstar & VR with Meta Quest Roblox is quite the hype these days! Learn to customize your own Roblox game by learning a gaming language called Lua, using Roblox studio. Specific hardware requirements for Roblox Camp: all students must bring in their own laptops to participate in this camp. Please contact us with hardware questions. Students will use the VR headsets to code a fun environment using the platform CoSpaces. Aimed at beginners and Roblox lovers! Ages 9+ Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $519 $469
7/21-7/25 In Person VEX Code Robotics, mBots, & Minecraft Game Design Using VEXcode VR, students will learn how to program a virtual robot to navigate mazes on its own with sensors and variables. Students will use the Makeblock mBot robots to code. As you explore math and science concepts, your pathway to coding learning begins now! Using Minecraft Education Edition, students will use block coding to follow instructions and help save the sheep on the farm or polar bears in the arctic. All platforms use block coding. All equipment will be provided. Aimed at our beginner coders. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $519 $469
7/28-8/1 In Person Unity Game Design Does your child dream of being a gaming developer one day? This is the perfect camp for them! Unity is one of the most popular game design platforms out there. Using the coding language C#. Students will learn the basics of Unity and create their own 3D game! Students must bring in their own laptop with Unity & Visual studio downloaded (free download). Ages 11+ Ages 11+ Ages 11+ $519 $469
8/4-8/8 In Person Java & Python A great introduction to high school AP Computer Science Principles, students will learn the basics of Python and Java coding. Students will create projects ranging from tic tac toe, to a slot machine, and more. Students will have their own accounts to code from home. All equipment is provided. Ages 12+ Ages 12+ Ages 12+ $519 $469
8/11-8/15 In Person Lego Masters, mBots, & 3D Printing In our LEGO Masters Camp we use popular LEGO coding kits such as the Mindstorms, Spike, Boost and Essentials to teach kids to build some awesome creations and to program them with Scratch & Python to perform cool tricks and even some Artificial Intelligence or AI! Students will use the Makeblock mBot robots to code. As you explore math and science concepts, your pathway to coding learning begins now! All equipment will be provided. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $519 $469
8/18-8/22 In Person Python & Artificial Intelligence Using Google’s Machine Learning platform, students will learn the basics of how Artificial Intelligence works. Python is the fastest growing language in the world, used by Google, Facebook and Instagram, to name a few. Students will create their own fun custom projects in Python. Topics covered are: loops, if then statements, variables, and more. Aimed at our beginner coders. All equipment will be provided. Ages 10+ (please contact us if your child is younger with coding experience for enrollment). Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $519 $469

Our Upcoming Events

In-Person Python Class

Sign up for our Python Classes with a ratio of 6:1. Python classes will be offered on Wednesday at 6PM, Friday at 6PM, Saturdays at 10AM & 12 noon. Meets once a week for an hour. For ages 9.5 and up.

25% off your first month! Price for the first month is $179 $135

Due to the structure of the class, students can join anytime. Please reach out to glastonbury@thecoderschool.com to signup or click the button below!

In-Person Scratch Class

Sign up for our Scratch Classes with a ratio of 4:1. Scratch classes will be offered on Wednesdays at 5PM, Friday at 6pm & Saturdays at 10AM. Meets once a week for an hour. For ages 7-10.

25% off your first month! Price for the first month is $149 $112

Due to the structure of the class, students can join anytime. Please reach out to glastonbury@thecoderschool.com to signup or click the button below!

In-Person Minecraft Class

Sign up for our Minecraft Education Edition Classes with a ratio of 5:1. Minecraft classes will be offered on Tuesdays at 6PM & Saturdays at 11AM. Meets once a week for an hour. For ages 8.5 and up.

25% off your first month! Price for the first month is $149 $112

Due to the structure of the class, students can join anytime. Please reach out to glastonbury@thecoderschool.com to signup or click the button below!

In-Person 2:1 Code Coaching

Sign up for our flagship offering with Code Coaching, Ratio is 2:1 and moves at the pace of the student. 

With small student to teacher ratios and custom, project based learning, it is the best way to keep your child interested in coding for the long term!

Code Coaching also offers an additional independent learning session on Saturday from 1-2PM.

25% off your first month! Price for the first month is $249 $186

Please reach out to glastonbury@thecoderschool.com to signup or click the button below! For all ages 7 to 18 and all levels.

Roblox Coding Class

Sign up for our Roblox Coding Class with a ratio of 5:1. Class is offered only on Wednesdays from 5-6 pm. Meets once a week for an hour.

25% off your first month! Price for the first month is $149 $112

Due to the structure of the class, students can join anytime. For ages 9.5 and up. Please reach out to glastonbury@thecoderschool.com to signup or click the button below!

Learn to Code with Glastonbury Education Foundation!

The CoderSchool is excited to offer in person classes through Glastonbury Education Foundation. Classes will differ depending on class schedule. Topics/platforms range from: Python, HTML, Java, Minecraft, and Roblox

Learn to Code with Keane Foundation for Wethersfield!

The CoderSchool is excited to offer in person classes through Keane Foundation for Wethersfield public schools.Classes will differ depending on class schedule.

Girl Scouts Coding Badge

Have your girl scout troop earn their coding badge! From coding basics, digital game design, and app development, we are able to meet the requirements of all badges. We offer a two hour workshop for over 10 girl scouts. Please contact us if you are interested. Open to all Connecticut towns!

Now Hiring!

Do you love working with kids? Are you a computer science major? Do you love to teach? Do you love coding? Then hit apply now and we would love to schedule an interview!

Our Success Story

Jingjin attended our Farmington Coder school from 2019 to 2023. For four years, Jingjin made various projects and applications. She learned how to code in different languages using our project based teaching. She was accepted to MIT and started September of 2023. She came back summer of 2024 to teach summer camps at our school. Full circle! She is our success story!

Our Testimonials

  • " Wednesday night virtual Coder School is a highlight of Mason’s week - I’m so grateful that he’s been able to continue coding through this crazy time :)"
    Mandi S, Cromwell, CT
  • "Coding is so cool...it teaches you how to make video games. I love going to coder school because I learn fun things about computers. I hope other kids will learn how to code so we can build cool things like video games. "
    Hudson - Student, Glastonbury, CT
  • "I thank you for creating this platform so that children as Chance can have an opportunity to learn legit coding from high quality instructors. (online student) "
    Carol C, Avon, CT
  • "To give you an idea of how much he is liking it ...he told me this morning that the whole online camp day felt like only an hour yesterday because it was so much fun."
    Hisham R, Avon, CT
  • "My 10-year-old loves the Coder School, and his sense of pride in his learning is so wonderful to observe. He loves his instructor, Jacob, and he looks forward to going every week."
    Heather W, Berlin, CT
  • "He loved camp & said it was better than ID Tech camp he did 2 years in a row, so high praise! "
    Rebekah S, West Hartford, CT
  • "We had a blast and the girls are still talking about how much they learned! Thank you to Vaishali and her team!"
    Mayuri P, Glastonbury, CT
  • "The kids really loved the Scratch camp. I haven't seen them this excited about learning something new in a very long time. We look forward to coming back in late August. "
    Bejon, M, Farmington, CT
  • "What you have brought to CT is simply amazing! Your coaches are fantastic and I couldn't ask for a better learning environment for my son to do his thing and expand his knowledge!"
    Bonnie D, Cheshire, CT
  • "My son did the 3D print class on Saturday, and he loved it! He was reluctant to go for some reason, I signed him up without asking, but then he had the greatest time."
    Wendy S, Glastonbury, CT

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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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39 New London Turnpike
Inside Glen Lochen
(860)266-6292
glastonbury@thecoderschool.com
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Friday: 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Meet Our Director

Lynn

Hi, I am Lynn Park and I am the Director of The Coder School CT. I graduated from University of Connecticut in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Post graduation, I worked as a Software Engineer in corporations including Optum, Apartment List and Shopify. I specialized in full stack web development, and worked with various technologies including React and Ruby on Rails. I gained valuable experience contributing to large scale projects with millions of users. After nearly 8 years in the tech industry, I decided it was time to pivot my career. Back in college, I had the wonderful experience of teaching at the Girls Who Code organization’s Summer Immersion Program. This had sparked an interest in STEM education in me, and I decided I was finally ready to pursue it. I joined The Coder School, and I learned about our philosophy of project-based teaching model. I believe that hands-on learning by doing is the best way to learn programming at any age. I am excited to bring my professional coding experience to The Coder School CT. I am committed to helping coaches and students bridge the gap between classroom and the real-world.

Meet Our Owner

Vaishali

Hello and welcome to theCoderSchool! I am the owner of theCoderSchool Farmington, Glastonbury, Cheshire. and Branford As the owner of theCoderSchools, I was awarded the 40 Under 40 Award from the Hartford Business Journal. theCoderSchool was also featured on WNPR to discuss the importance of STEM education and creating opportunities to get kids into coding. I was even nominated by the Connecticut Technology Council for the Woman Innovation Award, check out my live interview on Good Morning Connecticut . I started my career twelve years ago, working in healthcare and teaching college students. In all instances of my job function I was always impressed with how much technology has impacted the healthcare and education field. Now we have the opportunity to impact the next generation by not only living with technology, but ideally creating technology as well. I am excited to bring theCoderSchool to different communities and I look forward to seeing students grow and learn different languages.

Meet Our Owner

Chirayu

With over a decade of experience at The Walt Disney Company, Chirayu brings a wealth of knowledge in creativity, innovation, and exceptional customer service to theCoderSchool. Inspired by a simple Google search, Chirayu discovered the spark that ignited a dream to build a business focused on teaching kids the essential skills of learning coding languages. At theCoderSchool, Chirayu finds immense fulfillment in providing children with the opportunity to learn computer coding, empowering the next generation with essential skills for the future. This passion for education and innovation aligns perfectly with the tagline of the business, Learn To Code. Change The World. When not enjoying the growth of theCoderSchool, Chirayu likes spending time with his family, playing golf, traveling and continues to find inspiration in everyday moments—just like the day I did that Google search.

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!
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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!
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    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 glastonbury@thecoderschool.com!

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