Looking for the best coding school for kids near East Amherst, NY? theCoderSchool Buffalo provides personalized coding classes, AI education, robotics, game development, Python, Scratch, and summer camps for students ages 7–18. Families from Williamsville, East Amherst, Clarence, and Orchard Park choose us for individualized instruction with experienced Code Coaches.
Coding isn't just about technology — it's a workout for critical and logical thinking. It's uniquely built around solving problem after problem to achieve a goal. This means students build skills that pay off in school, careers, and everyday life — especially in the age of AI.
Yes, AI can code — and it's made building software faster and cheaper than ever. But faster and cheaper doesn't kill demand; it explodes it. Retail, services, food, and even tech will all need much more software and therefore many more people who can build it.
AI lets everyone build software, but the best builders will understand coding. Like a surgeon who must master biology or a pilot who must understand aerodynamics, tomorrow's technologists need deep roots before they can branch out — and those roots start with code.
| Camp | Week | Description | Ages | Price |
| 8/17-8/21 Full Day In person |
Our WebRox camp is all about websites, because the web rocks! Our campers will spend the week designing and building their very own websites and get 'em published to the world by the end of the week. Importantly, kids will be introduced to Internet Safety and why cyber-safety matters, plus we'll learn the basics of how the internet works. alongwith learning some basic hacking techniques and also try and see if we can simulate building a mobile app on our computers time permitting. Windows or Mac PC required, no tablets. 9+ | 9+ | (SOLD OUT) | |
| 8/17-8/21 Full Day In person |
Learning to code the mods like exploding arrows, boat races or even the Hunger games and playing them on Minecraft is what we look forward to in this camp. During the break we will be playing Roblox with friends or even having them try out our mods. Please ensure that you have a working account for Minecraft Java Edition. Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. 6+ | 6+ | (SOLD OUT) | |
| 8/24-8/28 Full Day In person |
Kids LOVE Roblox! Using Roblox Studio we’ll be teaching the kids how to write code in the Lua programming language that will allow them to create their own players, environments and mini games! We’ll also teach them how to take their games online and about game design theory which makes games challenging and adds the element of fun that keeps players coming back again and again! We would also be using different programs like Unity, Java, Scratch (time permitting) to get a taste of game design. Students would make a YouTube video of their own games. Students must bring in their own Windows or Mac laptop for this camp. We would be forming groups depending on age and proficiency. 6+ | 6+ | (SOLD OUT) | |
| 8/24-8/28 Full Day In person |
We’re always looking for new and fun ways to introduce kids to the power of learning to code and it appears Nintendo is as well! Nintendo Game Builder Garage is a new game that has a unique way of teaching kids how to code using their interface. It’s a new twist on learning to code and since it’s from the Nintendo team you know it’s fun! During this camp we’ll teach the kids to code using this gaming platform and we’ll build some fun and playable games that the kids will be able to share with the world via Nintendo’s online network! **** REQUIREMENTS *** Campers provide their own Nintendo Switch and Game Builder Garage software." 8+ | 8+ | (SOLD OUT) | |
| 8/31-9/04 Full Day In person |
This is a mixed bag camp with a new theme on coding and tech everyday. So while one day we would be working on Scratch/ Python and Game design, another day we could be working on animation shorts using flip book or stop motion technique. We would culminate the camp by learning how to make our own videos working on video and audio editing skills and learning how to use the green screen. Don't forget to show up on the last day as our campers demonstrate their projects with pride. Students are required to bring their own Windows or Mac laptops. 6+ | 6+ | (Last 4 left) |
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Welcome to theCoderSchool Buffalo! Meet Sanchayita and Umesh, or "accidental entrepreneurs" as they like to call themselves. They have called Buffalo home for over a decade and experienced their young family blossom, thanks to the excellent school system and community programs of Williamsville.
In addition, they also wished to start their daughter’s education in the high demand and growing tech industry. After not finding an option that catered to that need and realizing more students could benefit from learning essential tech skills, Umesh and Sanchayita were inspired to bring theCoderSchool to the community. Coding is unique because not only does it teach students to think by applying problem solving, but it also drives innovation. Students learn to think logically by applying commands to create anything they can imagine. No matter what field you decide to work in, coding and computers are all around us!
Sanchayita is double Masters in Economics and Business Management. With 12+ years of Retail experience under her belt, she currently plays an integral role in mainstreaming immigrants attached with International Institute of Buffalo as a linguist and interpreter.
Umesh has worked as a global tech and business consultant for over 15 years and currently working with M&T Bank as a Product Manager in their Digital Banking team. They are very excited to bring theCoderSchool to Buffalo! You can reach them anytime at s.shah@thecoderschool.com and umesh@thecoderschool.com.
We're always looking for great Code Coaches. Shoot us an email with resumé to see if we're a fit!
Families searching for coding classes in East Amherst often compare several local programs. theCoderSchool Buffalo serves many East Amherst families because it combines individualized instruction with year-round coding education, AI, robotics, game development, and computer science coaching. Across from Transit Valley Golf Course We offer programs for beginners through advanced students.
theCoderSchool Buffalo is ideal for:
| Program | Ages | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Code Coaching | 7–18 | Personalized learning |
| Code Camps | 7–16 | School breaks |
| AI Fundamentals | 10+ | AI literacy |
| Robotics | 8+ | Engineering |
| Scratch | 7–10 | Beginners |
| Python | 10+ | Intermediate |
| Java | 12+ | Advanced |
| Roblox | 8+ | Game development |
We regularly work with students from:
| Feature | theCoderSchool |
|---|---|
| Personalized coaching | ✓ |
| AI education | ✓ |
| Robotics | ✓ |
| Scratch, Python, and Java | ✓ |
| Web development | ✓ |
| Summer camps | ✓ |
| Year-round coaching | ✓ |
| Beginner through advanced | ✓ |
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As you and your family consider coding programs, it helps to keep in mind:
Whether the student wants to explore Minecraft modding in Minecraft camp, is interested in HTML, or wants to learn block-based coding like CSS, our interactive classes provide a great coding experience.
Our @School program offers our introductory Code Class at your school campus to provide more coding opportunities for students who can't make it to our in-house Code Class at our facility in Buffalo/East Amherst.
These classes vary in duration, based on the specific school.
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