Set up by parents and self-professed geeks Paul and Ashley in 2019, The Code Zone runs exciting online and in-person clubs introducing young people to the diverse, fun world of coding.

The origins of
The Code Zone

Childish individuals with an immature sense of humour - the kids in the club are great too

The Code Zone Mentors!

Our mentors are at the centre of everything.  All of our mentors are employed (not freelance) and undergo intense training on our philosophy, content and clubs before they start running their own clubs. We also have a CPD programme to keep pushing the boundaries of tech and coding with the children. 

Each mentor bring something new to our coding clubs, so we regularly peer review and pick out amazing things that other mentors do so sessions are kept fresh and to an unbelievably high standard.  This is such a key part of what we do, and what makes our mentors actually amazing.

Paul - Coding Club mentor and CTO photo,

CTO - Head of Tech and coding club mentor

The Code Zone's Co-Founder and technical lead, bringing years of experience in developing cool software and a passion for educating future generations!

Ashley - Coding club mentor and CEO photo,

CEO - Head of Operations and Game Dev Club mentor

The Code Zone's Co-Founder and CEO, a self-taught programmer with a passion for game development and automating anything possible!

Chris Allington - Chair photo,

Chris Allington - Chair - Font of all knowledge

With 17 years of executive board experience, Chris brings a wealth of experience in business management and finance to The Code Zone!

Mary Duhig - Head of Customer Success photo,

Mary Duhig - Head of Customer Success

Mary has a wealth of experience working with software and technology, trained by Apple in customer service Mary is here to help your journey through The Code Zone, getting you started and involved in our online game dev clubs.

Tom - Head of content and lead coding mentor photo,

Tom - Head of Content and Lead Mentor

As Lead Content Creator, Tom is at the heart of making all our games and challenges. A passion for playing games led to a passion for designing them!

Ant - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Ant - Game Dev Club Mentor

Working as a writer in the games industry led me to the joy of learning and experimenting with code. If I'm not running modder clubs you'll find me building our Architect projects and creating coding skills.

Jaz - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Jaz - Game Dev Club Mentor

When I'm not crafting cute plushies or drawing my favourite Pokemon, I am mentoring our GameDev Hackers in Scratch and showing off my creative builds in Minecraft Mod Club.

Sophie - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Sophie - Game Dev Club Mentor

Game Dev mentor - Excitable and fast talking puzzle lover with a slight tea addiction!

Calum - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Calum - Game Dev Club Mentor

Game Dev Club mentor, self confessed Gaming Geek and Beat Saber pro!

Lauren - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Lauren - Game Dev Club Mentor

When I’m not having adventures, you can find me checking out a new craft project, chilling with my friends and watching movies - as well as being a Game Dev Club mentor!

Becky - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Becky - Game Dev Club Mentor

I am about as stereotypical geek as you can get (glasses and asthma included)
and love playing games of all kinds and writing code in different languages

Nick - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Nick - Game Dev Club Mentor

 Nick is a Game Dev Club mentor

Millie - Local coding club Mentor photo,

Millie - Local coding club Mentor

Millie runs coding and gaming clubs in Saffron Walden, Cambridge, Haverhill and Bishop's Stortford

Amy - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Amy - Game Dev Club Mentor

Amy is joining us and going through our training programme at the moment.  Say hi if you see her in the clubs :)

Rebecca - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Rebecca - Game Dev Club Mentor

Becca is a Game Dev Club mentor, keen neurodivergent advocate and has a lot of enthusiasm for games, music and creativity! 

Nicky - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Nicky - Game Dev Club Mentor

Nicky started code with a love for gaming, which naturally evolved into a fascination for game design. Now, I'm all about fostering creativity through being a Game Dev Club mentor.

Alice - Customer Success and Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Alice - Customer Success and Game Dev Club Mentor

Alice is part of our customer success and onboarding team, guiding you through the process of having a taster session with us and beyond. 

Darren - Local coding club Mentor photo,

Darren - Local coding club Mentor

Darren runs coding and gaming clubs in Saffron Walden, Cambridge, Haverhill, Bury St Edmunds and Bishop's Stortford (phew!)

Patrick - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Patrick - Game Dev Club Mentor

Patrick is a Game Dev Club mentor, Scratch Enthusiast and Craziness Enjoyer

Amitai photo,

Amitai - Local Club Mentor

Amitai runs coding and gaming clubs in Saffron Walden, Cambridge, Haverhill and Bishop's Stortford

Molly - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Molly - Game Dev Club Mentor

Molly is a Game Dev Club mentor, Pokémon enthusiast and lover of chaos

 

Phoebe photo,

Phoebe - Game Dev Club Mentor

Game Dev Club mentor, Mario Kart Expert and Wannabe Speedrunner

Fraser - IRL Club Mentor photo,

Fraser - IRL Club Mentor

Fraser is an IRL mentor in Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Bishop's Stortford, Bury St. Edmunds and Cambridge! He's also a keen gamer

Sam - Game Dev Club Mentor photo,

Sam - Game Dev Club Mentor

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Learn To Code In A Safe & Fun Environment

Our priority is keeping your children safe online, as well as giving them the skills to use technology safely and responsibly.  Our leaders all carry an enhanced DBS checks and undergo ongoing development and training. If you want further information check out our policies below.

> Read our online safety policy

> Read our safeguarding policy

> Read our adults working with children behaviour code

> Read our children & young people behaviour code

> Read our online safety agreement for young people

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