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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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Let's get ready for summer camps! Our camps are run in our school weekly from 10am-2pm Mon-Fri. Kids bring their own lunches and water bottles and we'll take care of the rest! Camp registration may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to the first day of the start of camp for a full refund. Cancellations made up to 14 days prior are eligible for a 50% refund. Bulk Discounts: $100 off 2nd camp week, $200 off third or additional camp weeks Refer a Friend Discount: You and your friend both get $75 off that camp. These discounts are not available online. Please book over the phone or e-mail so we can adjust the prices accordingly.

GAME DEVELOPMENT (7-14)

CAMP: We'll be using cool drag-n-drop languages like Scratch to create some cool new and classic games! Aimed at our newbie and novice coders.

7/15 - 7/19 10am-2pm | Games Are Awesome, $579

PYTHON STARTUP (8-14)

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!

7/22 - 7/26 10am-2pm | Python Startup, $579

ROBOCODE (13+)

CAMP: Build it, then code it! Students will build the robotics kit provided (or bring one they're excited to build) and learn how to program it in fun interactive activities with other campers.

7/8-7/12 10am-2pm | Robotics, $579
7/29 - 8/2 10am-2pm | Robotics, $579

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.

8/5 - 8/9 10am-2pm | 3D Printing (7-14) $579
9/6 - 10/25 4:30pm-5:30pm | 3D Printing (All Ages) $249
9/4 - 10/23 3:30pm-4:30pm | Chess 101 (All Ages) $249
7/8 - 7/12 10am-2pm | Circuitry 101 (7-14) $579
8/12 - 8/16 10am-2pm | Dungeons & Dragons (All Ages) $579
9/4 - 10/23 4:30pm-5:30pm | Mastering the Rubik's Cube (All Ages) $249
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

Let's get ready for summer camps! Our camps are run in our school weekly from 10am-2pm Mon-Fri. Kids bring their own lunches and water bottles and we'll take care of the rest! Camp registration may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to the first day of the start of camp for a full refund. Cancellations made up to 14 days prior are eligible for a 50% refund. Bulk Discounts: $100 off 2nd camp week, $200 off third or additional camp weeks Refer a Friend Discount: You and your friend both get $75 off that camp. These discounts are not available online. Please book over the phone or e-mail so we can adjust the prices accordingly.
Week Format Camp Ages Price
7/15 - 7/19 10am-2pm Games Are Awesome CAMP: We'll be using cool drag-n-drop languages like Scratch to create some cool new and classic games! Aimed at our newbie and novice coders. 7-14 7-14 $579
7/22 - 7/26 10am-2pm 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! 8-14 8-14 $579
7/29 - 8/2 10am-2pm Robotics CAMP: Build it, then code it! Students will build the robotics kit provided (or bring one they're excited to build) and learn how to program it in fun interactive activities with other campers. 8-14 8-14 $579
8/5 - 8/9 10am-2pm 3D Printing CAMP: Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of innovation at our 3D printing summer camp, campers learn to design and bring their ideas to life using cutting-edge technology. From concept to creation, join us for a hands-on journey in engineering and design! 7-14 7-14 $579
8/12 - 8/16 10am-2pm Dungeons & Dragons CAMP: Embark on an epic adventure at our Dungeons and Dragons summer camp, where brave heroes forge alliances, battle fierce monsters, and unravel mysteries in a world of magic and imagination. All Ages All Ages $579
9/4 - 10/23 3:30pm-4:30pm Chess 101 WORKSHOP: Join our 8-week chess workshop, every Wednesday, and elevate your game! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, our sessions offer expert guidance in strategy, tactics, and endgame mastery. Engage in interactive lessons, solve puzzles, and participate in friendly matches to boost your confidence and understanding of this timeless game. All Ages All Ages $249
9/4 - 10/23 4:30pm-5:30pm Mastering the Rubik's Cube WORKSHOP: Embark on a transformative journey every Wednesday with our 8-week Rubik's Cube workshop! Perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to enthusiasts, you'll learn essential solving techniques, advanced algorithms, and speed-solving strategies. Join a community of fellow cubers, engage in hands-on practice sessions, and challenge yourself to master the art of solving the iconic Rubik's Cube. All Ages All Ages $249
9/6 - 10/25 4:30pm-5:30pm 3D Printing WORKSHOP: Dive into the world of 3D printing with our 8-week workshop series, held every Friday! Discover the fundamentals of design, modeling, and printing techniques as you create your own projects from start to finish. Whether you're a novice or looking to enhance your skills, our hands-on sessions and expert guidance will empower you to unleash your creativity in the exciting realm of 3D printing. All Ages All Ages $249

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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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®.

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