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Scratch — First steps in coding (Ages 8-12)

Confidence with computers, not just keyboards.

Duration
4 weeks
Format
2 sessions per week, after-school friendly
Track type
Short
Open seats
6 across 1 cohort
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About this course

Why students take this

Scratch is where every kid should start. Four weeks of structured, fun classes that teach computational thinking through games and animations — not boring exercises.

By the last session, every kid has built and shared their own playable game. We also send parents a weekly progress report and project link.

For ages 8-12 · weekly schedule

  • Week 1: Sprites, motion, your first interactive scene
  • Week 2: Loops, conditions, scorekeeping
  • Week 3: Sound, animations, multi-level games
  • Week 4: Polish + publish your final game

Outcomes

What you’ll walk away with

Every outcome below is something a graduate can demonstrate on the last day of class — not a vague promise.

  • 01

    Build their first interactive game or website

  • 02

    Learn structured thinking — not just typing code

  • 03

    Walk away proud of something they made themselves

Syllabus

How the 4 weeks actually unfold

We move in deliberate phases. Each one builds on the last, so by week 4you’re working on real briefs — not still typing your first hello-world.

  1. W1

    Sprites + motion

    Make a character move.

    You can…
    • Add a sprite + make it move
    • Use keyboard input
  2. W2

    Loops + conditions

    Repeat actions, react to events.

    You can…
    • Build a simple game loop
    • Use if/else
  3. W3

    Multi-level games

    Scenes, scoring, variables.

    You can…
    • Build a 3-level game
    • Keep score
  4. W4

    Polish + share

    Sound, animation, publish.

    You can…
    • Add sound + animation
    • Share your project online

Who this is for

A great fit if you’re…

  • Curious kids who like games, robots, or art
  • Teenagers building their first portfolio
  • Parents who want their kid future-ready, not just glued to screens

Tools you’ll use

The stack you’ll get fluent in

  • Scratch, Tynker, simple HTML/CSS
  • Canva, Figma for design
  • AI tools — used safely under guidance

Format: 2 sessions per week, after-school friendly.

FAQ

Questions students ask before joining

What age is this for?+

Each course lists its age band. Most run 8–16. We split kids by age into smaller groups.

Do they need a laptop?+

Ideally yes. If not, we have shared lab machines available during class.

How long is each class?+

60–90 minutes, depending on the age group.

Can I sit in?+

Parents are welcome to attend the first session. After that, kids work independently.

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Next step

4-minute application. Quote in 24 hours.

Tell us about your background and goals. We’ll send the syllabus, fee plan, and a cohort that fits.

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