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WHERE KIDS LEARN TO CODE

Learn to code at your own pace with ongoing support from a STEM Certified mentor! Game Dev Academy teaches children aged 6-16 how to code through fun game building projects with personalized mentor support via text and video messages.

Want to Try Live Sessions?

Not sure about self-paced learning? Try our Game Dev Club with a FREE taster session! Experience live mentor-led coding in small groups before joining the Academy.

What's Included:

  • Dedicated STEM Certified Mentor - Ongoing support via text and video messages as you code
  • Weekly Featured Games - Build and hack fun new games every single week
  • Minecraft Mod Worlds - Exclusive access to custom modding environments
  • Seasonal Game Jams - Participate in themed coding competitions and showcases
  • Code at Your Own Pace - Learn independently with mentor support when you need it

Our focus is on learning practical, life-long coding skills in a fun and exciting way. We encourage creativity, independent coding, and problem solving so that our members can use their coding abilities in all aspects of life.

£25/month

No long-term commitment required

Cancel anytime with 30 days notice

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Coding Awards in the Academy

Working through projects in the Academy you will complete the Hacker award, and start the Modder award

Check our awards and accreditations!

Award Winning

The Code Zone is a globally award-winning coding club

Global Winner

The Code Zone is a STEM.org Accredited Educational Experience

STEM Accredited

The Code Zone were WhatsOn4Kids award finalists in 2022

2022 Finalist

Our members rate us 'Excellent'!

5/5 from 98 reviews Reviews are verified by REVIEWS.io

My son recently had a taster session with the code zone. They were very helpful and their communication before and after the session was fantastic. We are looking for a local coding class which is face to face, which The Code Zone don’t offer at the moment, but fingers crossed this is something they can accommodate in future!
Fiona
My son absolutely loves it, he’ so excited to show us what he has coded. Hours of fun whilst learning valuable skills.
Kevin
My son 10 really enjoys his sessions with The Code Zone. They team have been really accommodating as well as helpful and friendly.
Nicola
My son had his taster session last week. He was beaming! He loved every minute and can't wait to join again this week.
Samantha
I wouldn’t recommend this more. The support is outstanding! My son finally feels accepted, which is something money can’t buy !
LAURA
My daughter had a taster session this week and really enjoyed it so we have signed her up :)
Michala
Our 7 years old son found the lesson very engaging and fun! Highly recommended!
Olha
Awesome place! Friendly staff and puzzles that make you think! The ambiance and decorations completed the vibe.
Anonymous
My 7 year old daughter really gets loads out of her lessons and finds them fun and engaging. She particularly likes her teacher, who is responsive and encouraging. Thank you!
Anonymous
Fabulous, pleased we found them.
Anonymous
My 10 year old son loves the Coding Club
Anonymous
My 10 year old son loves The Code Zone! He loves ‘the way you can be yourself around the instructors and you can ask for help at any time, and the instructors are always interested in what you’re doing’. I highly recommend it.
Nadine Wilson
My son loves attending his weekly coding club. There is a variety of activities for him to immerse in and he often has projects on the go that he works on each week. The teachers are so welcoming and kind. Can't recommend coding club enough.
Sophie D
My son enjoys going to club. He said what he likes when can creative own games and on Minecraft there is some cool codes.
Anonymous
Really enjoyable club my 7 year old loves it
Anonymous
My boys love the code zone. It's a very relaxed and safe space for my children to learn
Louise Colledge
The Code Zone is an outstanding and well managed club. My daughter has been going for a couple of years now and absolutely loves it. They maintain their interest by constantly challenging them with new games and programmes and the staff are friendly and approachable. They also keep parents informed and remind them when new terms are starting along with holiday activities. Definitely deserve their 5 🌟 .
Lesley Brown
My 10 yr old daughter has recently changed groups as she is quite shy and timid and her previous group were quite outgoing. The team were brilliant, very supportive and worked to find her the right group. She is now in a quieter group where the other children work together to support each other and she said the group leader is great! A happy mummy! 🥰
Rebecca
My son is loving it
Joe
I have 2 children who attend The Code Zone online classes. Both of my children are neurodiverse. Firstly, their customer services is great. They are very patient and signing up was easy. There were no sales calls which was great because a lot of the other companies that sell coding classes seem to bombard you with calls. The teachers are amazing and very patient. My son (7 years) actually plays the games that they learn to code. Lauren especially has been AMAZING with my son. My daughter is 13 and I was nervous as to whether she would enjoy it or not. She LOVES the classes and has learned so much. I was really apprehensive about whether my children’s needs could be met but Code Zone has exceeded by expectations. The price is very reasonable, the teaching is good and I would highly recommend The Code Zone.
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Want to Try Live Coding Sessions First?

Not sure if online learning is right for your child? Try our Game Dev Club with a free taster session! Experience live mentor-led coding in small groups before committing to the Academy.

Free Taster Session

Free Taster Session

Try before you buy with a live coding session. No obligation to signup, totally free to try!

Small Groups

Small Groups (Max 6)

Personalised attention in live clubs. Learn in small groups, using the latest online teaching tools.

Weekly Live Sessions

Weekly Live Sessions

Regular coding clubs with mentors. Work with the same STEM certified mentor every week!

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How Game Dev Academy Works

Step 1

Sign Up

Join for just £25/month and get instant access to your academy portal.

Step 2

Meet Your Mentor

You'll be matched with a STEM Certified mentor who will support you throughout your journey.

Step 3

Code at Your Pace

Work through projects independently with ongoing mentor support via messages.

Step 4

Build & Learn

Hack games, earn awards, and progress from Scratch to Python and TypeScript.

Learn to Code with Extensive Mentor Support

Starting with beginner-friendly Scratch before progressing to Python and TypeScript, members of Game Dev Academy learn to code at their own pace with extensive support from a STEM Certified mentor.

Weekly Featured Games

Weekly Featured Games

Access new game projects every week to hack and customize

Expert Mentors

Expert Mentors

STEM Certified mentors provide ongoing support via text and video messages

Learn at Your Pace

Learn at Your Pace

Code when it suits you with the flexibility to progress independently

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Just £25/month • Learn at your pace • Cancel anytime

Everything You Need to Know

Technical Requirements

  • Computer or laptop (Windows, Mac, or Chromebook)
  • Reliable internet connection
  • All your projects are stored on The Code Zone so it's easy to access from anywhere

Commitment & Flexibility

  • Monthly rolling membership - no long-term contract
  • Cancel anytime with 30 days notice
  • Learn at your own pace with mentor support when you need it
  • All your projects are saved on The Code Zone platform

Starting from Scratch?

Absolutely no coding experience needed! Our mentors are experts at teaching complete beginners. We start with visual, drag-and-drop coding (Scratch) before gradually introducing text-based languages when you're ready.

How Mentor Support Works

Your dedicated STEM Certified mentor will support you via text and video messages. Ask questions, get feedback on your code, and receive guidance as you progress through your coding journey.

FAQ

We're here to help!
A decent internet connection, a laptop/desktop computer and access to a browser like Chrome to use The Code Zone Online platform. We're currently working on better supporting mobile and tablet devices, so for now you need a device that has a screen width of 12.9" or larger.
No, they won't get bored. We encourage more advanced coders to 'hack' our challenges. We want them to create something new that matters to them and stretches their creativity and coding abilities.
Yes, our challenges are designed to be scalable for all skill levels and abilities. If your child is new to coding - they can complete our 'Skill of Scratch' mini-series course before tackling the main challenges. Each challenge starts with a video intro from a Zone Leader to set the scene, and challenge cards also give more support.

The Code Zone Online platform also has tutorials and mini-series guides and help blocks with tips to help users if they get stuck. And for Online + Community customers have live Zone Leader support on hand for a more personal tutorial style of session
Members of Game Dev Academy are assigned a mentor who will send regular video messages throughout the week explaining how to play the weekly game, providing explanations about how the code works, and showing off the cool games that members have been working on. 
Members can ask questions through our chat box and their mentor will respond by sending messages, helpful images, and personalised video messages. 
Game Dev Academy members receive priority support, while Game Dev Academy Starter can expect responses within 24 hours (not including weekends). .
Game Dev Academy Starter is £5 per month and provides access to limited mentor support and our level 1 coding instructions (which we call “Guided Hacks”). Limited support means that responses from your mentor can take up to 24 hours. Academy Starter members also gain access to Minecraft Mod Worlds. 
Game Dev Academy is £25 per month and provides access to priority mentor support, the ability to move up through all of the levels included in our “Hacker” award, and begin working towards our “Modder” award. Priority support means that Academy members can expect quicker responses and personalised video messages to answer their coding questions. Academy members also gain access to Minecraft Mod Worlds.

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