Welcome to Young Coding Academy

Empowering the next generation of coders to build the future with creativity, logic, and innovation.

About Us

Inspiring Young Minds Through the Power of Code

At Young Coding Academy, we believe every child has the potential to create, build, and innovate using technology. Our mission is to introduce young learners to the world of coding through fun, interactive, and age-appropriate programs that spark curiosity and develop future-ready skills.

Founded with the vision to bridge the gap between education and technology, we offer hands-on learning experiences that go beyond the classroom. From drag-and-drop programming for beginners to advanced coding languages for teens, our structured curriculum is designed to grow with your child.

Our team of passionate instructors brings a blend of teaching expertise and real-world tech experience to every class—making sure each student feels supported, challenged, and inspired. Whether your child dreams of building games, apps, or websites, we’re here to guide their journey from screen time to skill time.

What Sets Us Apart

  • 🧠 Student-Centered Learning

  • 💻 Project-Based Curriculum

  • 🎮 Gamified & Engaging Environment

  • 🌐 Flexible Online & In-Person Options

  • 👨‍🏫 Certified & Kid-Friendly Instructors

 

Our Services

Creative, Fun, and Future-Focused Coding Education

Beginner Coding Classes (Ages 7–12)

An engaging introduction to programming using visual tools like Scratch and Blockly. Kids learn how to think like coders while building stories, animations, and simple games.

Teen Programming Bootcamp (Ages 13–18)

A deep dive into real-world coding languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS. Students create their own websites, tools, and mini apps while learning the logic behind modern technology.

Game Design & Development

Turn passion into creation. This course teaches students how to design, build, and test simple 2D games using beginner-friendly platforms and introduces game development concepts.

Mobile App Building

Students learn the basics of app design and development, focusing on creating functional and user-friendly apps. Great for young innovators who want to build something useful and fun.

STEM Learning Labs

Interactive workshops that blend coding with math, science, and logic challenges. Perfect for reinforcing school subjects in a practical, hands-on way.

Summer Camps & Weekend Clubs

Fun, intensive programs designed to keep kids learning and creating during school breaks. Includes collaborative projects, coding challenges, and tech games.

Why Choose Us

Building the Future, One Young Coder at a Time

Our programs are carefully designed to match your child’s learning level—from drag-and-drop coding for beginners to real programming languages for teens.

Every class is led by passionate educators with real-world coding experience and a gift for teaching young minds in a way that’s fun, clear, and supportive.

We focus on hands-on projects, not just theory. Students build games, apps, websites, and more—learning by doing and seeing real results.

Your child’s safety and well-being are our top priorities. Whether online or in-person, our learning spaces are supportive, inclusive, and secure.

Client Reviews

What Parents & Students Are Saying About Young Coding Academy

Lisa M.

Parent of 9-year-old

“I enrolled my son in the beginner coding class, and he absolutely loved it! He’s now creating animations and even taught me how loops work. The instructors are amazing with kids!”

Ethan K.

Age 12

“Coding seemed hard at first, but the way they teach it here is super fun. I made my first game and showed it to my friends!”

Rachel D.

Parent of 13-year-old

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer programs for children and teens ages 7 to 18, with tailored courses for beginners, intermediates, and advanced learners.

No experience is required! We welcome complete beginners and have step-by-step programs that build a strong foundation in coding from the ground up.

We start with Scratch and Blockly for younger learners, then progress to real-world languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS for teens.

We offer both! Choose between interactive online sessions or in-person classes at our Richmond, KY location to fit your schedule and preference.

We keep our class sizes small and focused (typically 6–10 students) to ensure each child receives personalized attention and support.

A laptop or desktop computer with internet access is ideal. We provide access to all necessary software platforms and tools—no expensive hardware needed.