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Montgomery, NJ

21 Belle Mead Griggstown Road suite j, Belle Mead, NJ 08502
The Grove at Montgomery, near Hwy 206
Map(908)262-7583montgomery@thecoderschool.com
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WE ARE NOW OFFERING IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL CLASSES! CALL US TO LEARN MORE.

Hey super-parent! We're happy you're looking for STEM/Coding options for your child. It's a vital skill to know and will help your learner in more ways than you can imagine! We're super excited to bring Silicon Valley's #1 kids coding program to the area to help your kids get going, so read on and let's get our kids coding!

At theCoderSchool Montgomery, we want to do more than just teach coding. We want aspiring coders to use their new found passion as a springboard to thinking outside the box-- and then smashing it! Exposure to STEM/Coding create a foundation for advance critical thinking. Your child can build from that base to bring to life whatever their imagination dictates. Interested? Schedule your FREE coding trial now!

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Who is theCoderSchool

Coding Lessons for Kids in Montgomery, NJ

We believe coding is an art and a science. Something best taught by an expert mentor sitting right next to our students. Personalized attention goes a long way when learning an advanced subject. That's why our after-school coding lessons for kids revolve around a mentoring relationship with a Code Coach who's not only an expert coder themselves, but an ongoing mentor for our students' tech ambitions even beyond app building.

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 the most. While Code Coaching is our premium program, we also offer a Code Class for those looking for a more traditional curriculum-taught class in a larger ratio. Programs are typically in-person, but may be offered virtually as needed. Contact us using the form above 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®. Headquartered and founded in Silicon Valley, 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 what kids are learning and a sampling of possibilities. We even have a suite of proprietary tools (see a sample Student Portal ) that chart our students' progress, concepts learned, and even activities beyond app-building.

The Coder Story

Every coding student has a unique journey, something we call a Coder Story. Our Coder Story structure helps guide kids along a roadmap of coding possibilities as they explore coding-related activities beyond building custom apps. For those striving to go to college as a Computer Science Major, an advanced Coder Story can help differentiate their application to college admissions boards.

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

AWESOME SUMMER CODING CAMPS FOR 2024!!!

Early Bird Discount--- ENROLL NOW and SAVE $100 on a full week of Code Camp.

Our in-person camps (Monday- Friday 9a-3p), are held at our sweet 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! Every Friday, we'll have a fun pizza party and a demo day. This gives the kids a chance to show off their projects while articulating their code. We work with students from novice to expert!

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

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Week Format Camp Ages Price
06/24-06/28 9:00a-3:00p Full Day Intro to Video Game Design We'll be using cool drag n' drop languages like Scratch to create some awesome new and classic games! Aimed at our newbie and novice coders. Each group will have different themes. This fun camp is all about coding games – and the awesomeness that comes from it! From Frogger to Tron or even classics like Breakout or Flappy Bird, our Code Coaches will help choose the right game(s) for our campers. Campers will not only create a real functioning game from scratch, they’ll practice the fundamental coding concepts required in any language, learn how to think logically, and have fun while doing it. Using Scratch, MIT’s popular drag-and-drop programming language, campers will code cool playable games with guidance from our seasoned Code Coaches and have a sweet Friday afternoon demo for parents to see! Because we do all our coding online, campers can log into their account at any time during or after camp to show off what they’ve done, and even keep adding to their game! Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $599 $499
(FUN333)
07/01-07/5 9:00a-3:00p Full Day Minecraft Mania & Roblox Warriors Kids who love playing Minecraft & Roblox can enhance their experience by learning fundamental coding concepts with these popular games. The students who choose Minecraft lessons will learn fundamental programming concepts while using mods and Redstone in Minecraft. The students who choose Roblox will design games using Roblox Studio and Lua to create their own obstacle course. At the end of the week there will be a Minecraft vs Roblox battle using the games created by the students. Ages 8+ Ages 8+ $599 $499
(FUN333)
07/08-07/12 09:00a-3:00p Full Day Animation & Graphic Design During Animation & Graphic Design Camp, Content Creators learn the exciting process of creating an short animated film to publish on YouTube! From imagination to creation, campers will create a digital short film, while learning to digitally design and animate objects through coding. Ages 8+ Ages 8+ $599 $499
(FUN333)
07/15-07/19 9:00a-3:00p Full Day Python Startup Who’s ready for some PYTHON! Take advantage of the easy-to-read style of coding while picking up on one of the most popular languages today for professional and beginner coders alike. We’ll start out by using an online python platform to learn some basics and practice some fundamental concepts, and time permitting and based on our camper skill set, we may jump on to some more complex Python coding, potentially getting into coding with PyGame. Python allows beginners to easily read and understand the code while providing an almost endless supply of libraries and supporting systems to develop things from websites to backend servers to data scripts and yes, even a particular version of Minecraft! Depending on the student skill level, we’ll likely start with online coding platforms like Trinket or Pixelpad.io, and may extend into pure Python coding and local machine development, time (and skill) permitting. Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $599 $499
(FUN333)
07/22-07/26 9:00a-3:00p Full Day Cubing & Coding Have you ever tried to solve a Rubik's Cube only to give up after hours of only managing to get one side to match!? Yes we’ve all been there, and to solve a Rubik's Cube it can be tricky unless you know the algorithm to do so, and we do! In the ‘Cubing & Coding Python A.I. Camp’ we’ll teach kids how to solve a real Rubik's Cube using an algorithm, or a list of steps and we’ll be teaching them how to code an application in Python to solve a virtual Rubik's Cube through Artificial Intelligence or A.I. We’re excited about this new coding camp and we know the kids will love it! Ages 8+ Ages 8+ $599 $499
(FUN333)
07/29-08/02 9:00a-3:00p Full Day Website Design Our WebRox camp is all about websites, because the web rocks! Our campers will spend the week designing and building their very own websites using HTML. By the end of the week, campers will publish their sites to the world. Importantly, kids will be introduced to Internet Safety and why cyber-safety matters, plus we'll learn the basics of how the internet works. We use the “big three” languages of the web in this camp – HTML, CSS, and for advanced kids, Javascript. These three technologies make up the basis of all websites around the world, so are some of the most well-known languages there are! Unlike some other classes, we focus on the core technology code base, instead of using a platform to quickly create a beautiful site without needing to code. Ages 8+ Ages 8+ $599 $499
(FUN333)
08/5-8/9 9:00a-3:00p Full Day Coding with Drones This camp is filled with pure action as campers enjoy drone coding and obstacles! Campers will first learn the basic safety of drone flying. From there, students will learn how to code the drones in Python through skill challenges and performing various exercises and maneuvers to become familiar with the drones speed and agility. For beginners and intermediate coders alike! Ages 9+ Ages 9+ $649 $549
(FUN333)
8/12-8/16 9:00-3:00pm Full Day Robotics Build & Code 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 Spike Prime) through hands-on projects that will culminate in a demo and robotics challenge at the end of the week. Ages+ Ages+ $649 $549
(FUN333)
8/19-8/23 9:00am-3:00pm Full Day NASA Space Exploration with Kerbal In our ‘NASA Space Jam Camp’ the kids will be using a space station simulation program called Kerbal Space Program 2. The Kerbal Space Program is one of the most beloved games of all time. Campers will build a space program, construct a powerful spacecraft, and navigate expansive celestial bodies as they explore cosmic mysteries. Ages 8+ Ages 8+ $599 $499
(FUN333)

Our Testimonials

  • "Our 12 year old has never tried coding before, but fell in love with it through his tcs Montgomery experience. They make it engaging and fun! I have never seen our title girl so excited to go to any lessons before this. Keep up the great work!"
    Saarth, Montgomery
  • "Our last coding experience was good but couldn't compare to the fun and learning our kids had at tcs Montgomery. It was very well done. I can recommend this coding school with full confidence."
    James S., Basking Ridge
  • "I can't thank you & your team enough for the joy & excitement you've brought to my son. Before the week ended he asked if he could continue throughout the year. He has found his tribe!!"
    Stacy J., Somerset
  • "Ian has always wanted to learn Python. Our neighbor has her two daughters enrolled at theCoderSchool Montgomery and suggested we give it a try. We did--- and wow!! Ian is in his 3rd month and LOVING it. Thank you guys so much!"
    Jennifer Kim, Belle Mead
  • "If you want your child to learn STEM concepts via coding, send them here. I've been in IT for 23 years and I have not seen anything close to the customized curriculum they created for Manesh. Hands down, this is the place you want your kids to be."
    Siddhartha P., Princeton

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Our Upcoming Events

CoderFair

CoderFair is Back! Saturday, December 2 3pm
Showcase your app and be inspired by others.
As a part of our coding journey, students are encouraged to present and demo the cool applications they are building. Check out all of the cool games, websites and applications our coders have been creating. All Code Coaching students are invited to participate. Saturday, December 2 3pm Register your coder today!

CS Education Week. Bring a Friend to Coding

Unlock the Code: Celebrating Computer Science Education Week at theCoderSchool Montgomery
Bring a Friend to Coding Week
Monday - Saturday. Dec 4 - Dec. 9
Free Registration
Join the coding adventure and celebrate CS Education Week with Bring a Friend Week at theCoderSchool Montgomery! We're opening our doors for an extra special coding experience. Bring a friend along and dive into the world of programming, creativity, and problem-solving. Our engaging sessions are designed to make coding fun and accessible for all skill levels. Don't miss this chance to share the excitement of Computer Science with friends and explore the endless possibilities of coding together. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible.

CS Education Week: Artificial Intelligence Workshop

Unlock the Code: Celebrating Computer Science Education Week at theCoderSchool Montgomery
A.I Wonders: Unleashing the Fun in Future-Tech for Young Innovators
Friday, Dec 8th 5pm-6pm
$35 Registration
During this engaging introductory session, students will embark on an exploration of Artificial Intelligence, demystifying its concepts in a fun and interactive environment. This workshop kicks off with a lively discussion on the principles of AI, looking at its applications in everyday life and sparking curiosity about its impact on the future. Our young learners will delve into hands-on activities, experimenting with user-friendly AI tools to witness how machines can be taught to recognize patterns. Through a balance of informative discussions and practical exercises, this workshop will empower kids with an understanding of AI, while inspiring a sense of wonder and enthusiasm about the possibilities in computer science education. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible.

CS Education Week: Financial Literacy/Fintech Workshop

Unlock the Code: Celebrating Computer Science Education Week at theCoderSchool Montgomery
Coins & Codes: A Fintech Adventure for Young Minds
Saturday, Dec 9th 3pm-4pm
$35 Registration
Step into the exciting world of finance and technology with our FinTech workshop designed exclusively for kids! In this immersive experience, students will embark on a journey to understand the intersection of finance and technology, exploring how innovations are shaping the future of money. From virtual banking to digital payments, this workshop will demystify the digital finance landscape in a fun and age-appropriate manner. Our goal is to inspire financial literacy and technological curiosity, equipping the next generation with the skills they need to navigate the evolving financial world. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible.

School Info

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21 Belle Mead Griggstown Road suite j, Belle Mead, NJ 08502
The Grove at Montgomery, near Hwy 206
(908)262-7583
montgomery@thecoderschool.com
Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
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Our Schools

Meet Our Owners

Young Family

Hello there fellow super parent! We're Michael and Dominique, co-owners of theCoderSchool Montgomery. As a local family, we are excited to bring this dedicated coding program to our students.

Michael has always had a passion for helping kids learn. As a young man he started a youth group, Positivity, that sought to harness the energy of his peers to have a meaningful impact on the community. As a graduate student Michael designed and taught several courses at The University of Iowa. As a law student, Michael continued to engage in childhood education and noticed an emerging paradigm shift in the way a newer generation processed information. The seed was planted. Michael became committed to become a part of something meaningful that could positively impact the lives of our kids. theCoderSchool Montgomery is the perfect vehicle to facilitate that pursuit.

Dominique has been dedicated to the enrichment of young people for the past 30 years. She has led the development and delivery of nationally recognized K-12 educational programs for some of the most trusted names in learning including Scholastic, ACT, and Lakeshore Learning. Dominique is very knowledgeable in the areas of literacy, after school programming, summer learning, 21st century skills and STEAM. Through her experience, she has helped parents and educators connect teaching practices with relevant research and resources. She brings a creative energy and deep commitment to helping children reach their full potential and looks forward to leading this new environment of innovation, creativity, and enrichment for all of the students and families of theCoderSchool Montgomery.

To watch how coding drives innovation is like watching the future unfold. There is an undeniable beauty in seeing students take an idea that they have, make that idea come to life, and then share that idea with millions of people. Montgomery, Princeton and Hillsborough are at the cutting edge of educational innovation and we are excited about bringing this offering to our kids—including our own two tech savvy young girls. We can be reached anytime at myoung@thecoderschool.com and dyoung@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!
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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!
  • 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 classes 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®. Check out our Carrollwood, Westerville, and Folsom location or all locations.

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

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