The online coding club where your child builds their own games
Where gamers become game makers

One hour a week, live. Same day, same time, the same mentor and the same group of children every week, so your child is not starting again with strangers each time.
For children aged 6 to 16, from complete beginners upwards. Mentors are STEM-certified, DBS-checked and trained in supporting neurodivergent children.
No joining fee, no minimum term, cancel any time. The taster is free and needs no card.

"It's the highlight of his week."
What's included
- A new game every week. Something to build and hack that they have not made before.
- Seasonal Game Jams. The whole club builds to one theme, then everyone plays what the others made.
- Support between sessions. Mentors answer by text and video message during the week, not just in the hour.
- Daytime and evening slots. Pick the hour that fits around school, and tell us if it stops working.
- Miss a week? We move you. Let us know and we will book your child into another slot that week. Nothing is lost, and there is nothing to catch up.
- Never more than six children. Grouped by age and stage, so your child is with others at a similar point.
- The same mentor every week. Someone who remembers what your child built last time, and how they like to work.
- Minecraft Mod Worlds. Their own worlds to mod with real code, included at no extra cost.
They level up as they go
Each level is a real step, not a sticker, and each one earns a STEM-certified certificate. In the Club most children complete Hacker and start on Modder.
progress you can point atOur focus is on building practical, life-long skills like creativity, problem-solving and confidence, in a fun and exciting way, while creating a safe space where every child feels valued.






Supporting every learner it's kind of our thing
We hold the National Autistic Society’s Autism Inclusion Award, and a large share of our members are neurodivergent. Our mentors are trained to create an inclusive, patient environment where children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, or diverse learning needs truly thrive.

"I couldn't recommend this more. The support is outstanding! My son finally feels accepted, which is something money can't buy!"
How Game Dev Club works

Book your free session
No credit card needed to register. Choose a time that works for your family.

Meet your mentor
Your child is matched with a STEM-certified mentor and assigned to a club.

Join weekly live clubs
Attend your scheduled club time each week. Evenings and daytime available.

Build and learn
Hack games, earn awards, and get support by text and video message between sessions.
Extensive mentor support
Starting with beginner-friendly Scratch before progressing to Python and TypeScript, members learn to code with extensive support from a STEM-certified mentor.
Hack games weekly
Join inclusive online live clubs and hack a new game every single week.
Patient mentors
STEM-certified mentors who are patient, kind and understanding, in sessions and between clubs.
Progress at their pace
From visual drag-and-drop to text-based coding when they are ready for it.

Ready for more advanced coding?
As your child progresses through Game Dev Club and masters the fundamentals, they can advance to Game Dev Club Advanced for more challenging projects and real-world coding skills.
About Game Dev Club Advanced
Prefer self-directed learning?
Club members already get Academy access when they miss sessions. If your child prefers full-time self-paced learning, you can switch to the Game Dev Academy for £25.00 a month: coding whenever suits, with mentor support by text and video message.
Read more about the Academy
Game Dev Club Advanced The next step once the fundamentals are mastered
Game Dev Academy Self-paced coding with mentor support, £25.00 a month Wondering what it costs after the free taster?
See the memberships and pricesEverything you need to know
Technical requirements
A computer or laptop (Windows, Mac or Chromebook), reliable internet, webcam and microphone. A phone or tablet works for the live session video too.
Commitment and flexibility
Monthly rolling membership, no minimum term, cancel any time. Miss a session and Academy access keeps the weekly game and mentor messages coming, so it is easy to pick back up.
Starting from scratch?
No coding experience needed. Our mentors start complete beginners off with visual drag-and-drop coding before gradually introducing text-based languages when your child is ready.
After your free session
We send a personalised video of how your child got on, then give you a call to discuss their progress and book their regular club for the following week.
Book a free taster
no credit card required
No credit card needed. A mentor rings you first to place your child, and you can move sessions any week.
FAQ
If you want to find out more about a specific mentor before your taster session, meet the mentor team!
However you use The Code Zone, there is always help at hand! Use the "Message a Mentor" button to ask questions and one of our STEM-Certified Mentors will help you out!
behind - they'll have everything they need to catch up before the next live session.
Whether it's a single missed session, a family holiday, or an unexpected schedule change, your child can continue working towards their coding awards and stay on track with their group. When they return to their next live club, they'll slot right back in without missing a beat. Life happens, and we've got you covered!



