Coding for kids - Grades 1-12
Coding for kids, taught live by Computer Science teachers
Schools around the world are adding AI and coding to the curriculum. Give your child a head start - in their first free lesson they build and keep a real project, and every course they go on to finish earns a STEM.org accredited certificate.
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What your child will learn
Pick your child's grade to see the tools, languages and projects they work through. Every track is live, teacher-led and built around projects your child finishes.
Young children start with drag and drop blocks on Scratch and Code.org. They plan, build and present short animations, stories and simple games, picking up sequencing, events, loops and patterns along the way - with no typing or advanced reading needed.
The bridge year. Children keep building in Scratch while typing their first lines of Python, laying out webpages with HTML and CSS, and trying beginner AI - so moving from blocks to real code never feels like a jump.
Middle schoolers work in real, typed languages. They write Python and JavaScript, style and publish websites, build Android apps, and take on their first data science and AI projects.
Early high schoolers build real technical depth - advanced Python, Java, data science and machine learning - and start working through competitive programming problems.
Juniors and seniors work at college level. They prepare for AP Computer Science A, study algorithms and data structures, and ship full-stack and applied data science projects for their applications.
What happens in the free trial class?
Four steps, one live session, and a project your child finishes.
What the trial includes
Nothing to install. Your child joins from a laptop or desktop with a webcam and a stable internet connection, and parents are welcome to sit in on the whole session.
What your child will build in a free coding class
Your child picks one project and codes it live with a teacher. Each one is matched to a grade, from block coding right through to Python and AI.
Learn coding from expert teachers
Codingal hires only the top 1% of applicants, all trained Computer Science educators who are vetted on technical and communication skills and background checked before they teach. Every class is live, and the teacher adjusts the pace to your child.
Why children should learn to code
Coding for kids at Codingal is appropriate for Elementary, Middle and High school students
A child who joins in Grade 1 and stays with Codingal does not repeat themselves. They begin with drag and drop blocks on Scratch and Code.org, type their first Python around Grade 4, move into JavaScript, websites and Android apps through middle school, and reach data science, machine learning, competitive programming and AP Computer Science A by Grade 12. Each stage assumes what the one before it taught.
Joining later is just as normal. The free trial lesson places your child at the right point in that pathway regardless of when they start, so a Grade 8 beginner and a Grade 8 student with three years of coding behind them both get a course that fits. Every track is STEM.org accredited and ends in a certificate.
Students and parents love Codingal's training program and curriculum
Helping Kids Learn, Create, and Grow
My experience with Codingal has been very positive. What I appreciate most is how they make coding engaging and easy for children to understand. The classes are interactive, project-based, and encourage creativity and problem-solving. I've seen my child become more confident with technology and enjoy learning new concepts.
From my first class till today
From my first class till today, I have learnt a lot about coding. From making games on Scratch to creating my own apps in MIT App Inventor, I have come such a long way with my teacher's guidance. Thank you, Codingal, for teaching me about coding.
My Son Loves His Coding Classes - Highly Recommended!
My son, Jenish, has been attending coding classes for the last three weeks and is absolutely loving them. He is excited to learn new concepts and always looks forward to his classes. The teacher is incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and passionate about teaching, making learning both fun and engaging.
My kid really enjoys Codingal's coding classes
The teacher Ms Sheema is very efficient, supportive and has good knowledge of coding concepts. My son enjoys the coding classes and has definitely improved his coding knowledge and interest after joining Codingal. I would definitely recommend Codingal for students looking for coding classes.
Coding Class Excitement
My daughter is always excited and waiting for the next class and enjoys doing her homework projects and quizzes a lot. She and even I both got so much enjoyment when she created her 1st game in her coding class. Teacher is very friendly, always available on WhatsApp as well.
Making the complicated things look easy and fun to work with
My son is 12 years old and is truly enjoying the Codingal classes taught by Shubhangi mam. He looks forward to the next class and enjoys doing the homework since it's new learning and fun at the same time. I would highly recommend it to everyone.
Exceptional 1-on-1 Coding Classes: Highly Recommended!
Initially, I was a bit skeptical about online classes. However, after taking the trial session, I was confident that Codingal would be the best choice for my daughter. The one-on-one format is excellent. Her teacher, Garima, explains everything thoroughly and patiently helps with every doubt.
Great Coding Learning Experience
The coding teacher 'Prachi' is very patient, friendly, and supportive. My child enjoys the coding classes and is learning new concepts in a fun and engaging way. We really appreciate the effort and dedication put into making the classes enjoyable and educational.
Fantastic and Engaging Coding Teacher!
My son has been taking online coding classes with Shubhangi for past 6 months, and I couldn't be more pleased! Shubhangi is incredibly friendly, interactive, and does a fantastic job of keeping him engaged. My son always looks forward to his coding lessons.
FAQs about coding for kids
Are Codingal's coding classes suitable for a complete beginner?+
Yes. Every grade has a beginner entry point, and children who have never coded before start with drag and drop blocks rather than typing. Students who already have some experience are placed further along instead. The free trial lesson is what decides which.
What is the difference between 1:1 and small group classes?+
1:1 classes move entirely at your child's pace and the teacher can change direction mid-lesson. Small group classes cap at four students and add peer discussion and collaborative problem solving. Both are live, teacher-led and project based.
How long is each class, and how long does a course run?+
Each session runs 45 to 60 minutes. Course length depends on the track - shorter programs finish in a couple of months, while the full grandmaster pathways run 12 to 18 months.
Will my child only make games?+
No. Games are one part of the journey and usually the hook. Children also build animations, interactive stories, mobile apps, websites, AI projects and data tools, and the balance shifts towards real-world projects as they get older.
Will my child learn real programming languages, or only block coding?+
Blocks are the starting point, not the destination. Typed Python usually begins around Grade 4, followed by HTML, CSS and JavaScript, and then Java for students heading towards AP Computer Science A or competitive programming.
Do children learn AI and data science?+
Yes, at every level. Younger children do guided AI activities such as image recognition and translation, middle schoolers work with datasets and charts, and high schoolers train machine learning models end to end.
How are the classes actually taught?+
Every class is live with a teacher, never a recording. Your child codes alongside the teacher concept by concept, then applies the new concept to a task on their own and presents the result at the end of the session.
Can parents sit in on the free trial class?+
Yes. Parents are welcome to observe the whole trial lesson. Most find it the quickest way to judge their child's current level and see how the teaching works.
How will I know how my child is progressing?+
Parent teacher meetings are held after the 6th and 12th sessions, then after every 12th session. You receive a progress report with links to your child's projects after each one, plus regular email updates, and you can audit a live class or review recordings of completed ones.
Does my child get a certificate?+
Yes. Students earn STEM.org accredited certificates on completing a program, along with milestone certificates and badges as they go. Certificates can be downloaded, shared and added to a school portfolio.
Is there homework between classes?+
Only short, optional practice activities and quizzes that extend the project from class. Nothing that feels like traditional schoolwork.
What device does my child need?+
A laptop or desktop with a webcam and a stable internet connection. A tablet or iPad works too if it has an external keyboard and a working mic and camera. Nothing needs to be installed beforehand.
Is the class schedule flexible?+
Yes. You choose the days and times that suit your family, and slots can be rescheduled as school terms and activities change.
How do I pick the right course for my child?+
Book the free trial first. The teacher gauges your child's pace, confidence and interests during the session and then recommends a specific track, rather than asking you to choose from a catalog cold.
How does Codingal choose its teachers?+
Only the top 1% of applicants are hired. Each is a Computer Science graduate, assessed on technical and communication skills, background checked, and then observed and given feedback continuously once they start teaching.
Start with a free coding class
Pick a grade, pick a slot, and your child walks away with a finished project.