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Summer Coding Camps

While we’re mostly an after-school custom-learning coding shop, we also offer Summer Camps! Our in-person coding camps can be a great way to keep your kids learning computer science through their time away from school. theCoderSchool’s camps target kids’ interests, from video game development to robotics to minecraft to roblox to javascript with html/css and even mobile game development.

How We Teach at Our Camps

Our camps generally have a low-ratio of students per coach. Ask your location for specifics as it can vary. Camp instructors are Code Coaches® who have successfully gone through our onboarding process and are coders that know how to teach coding skills to kids. Each camp has recommendations around age and skill level, but all are open to discussion based on your child’s experience with coding.

How Our Camps Are Run

Each day camp runs for a full week, usually starting mid-morning and finishing early afternoon, although some camps are offered as a half-day. While we’ll do lots of on-computer learning, we’ll also take plenty of breaks and take a walk outside or other indoor activities. At the end of the week, students give demos to show off their hard work from the week and their newfound critical thinking skills.

Our Coding Camps

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Turn Screen Time into Skill Time! 💻✨ Looking for a fun, educational way to keep your kids engaged during school breaks? Our Computer Coding Camps combine real tech skills with interactive fun! With a low student-to-teacher ratio, your child gets personalized attention while learning to code, building games, tackling STEM challenges, and making new friends. ✅ Approved ESA Vendor (Arizona Dept. of Education) ✅ ClassWallet Partner Have questions or need help choosing the right camp? 📞 Call or Text: (480) 410-7669 📧 Email: gilbert@thecoderschool.com ⏳ Camps fill up fast—don’t wait! Scroll down to explore all our awesome camps and reserve your spot today!

FEATURED CAMP (Ages 10+)

Campers will create their own fully functional Discord bot using Python. From custom commands and automated responses to fun features like games and moderation tools, they’ll learn how to turn ideas into something they can actually use with friends online. Along the way, they’ll master core programming concepts, problem-solving skills, and the logic behind how apps really work.

5/25-5/28 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Python Discord Bot Creation, $399 (Intermediate)

VIBE CODE ADVENTURE (Ages 7+)

Campers will learn the art of “vibe coding”—a creative, fast-paced way to build and prototype ideas using AI—while tackling real-world problems they care about. From brainstorming solutions to designing and building their own working prototypes, students will think like innovators and creators every step of the way. The week wraps up with fun, presentation-style showcases where campers share their projects, complete with a creative company name and their big idea. It’s an exciting blend of coding, creativity, and entrepreneurship—perfect for kids who love to build, imagine, and bring ideas to life.

6/1-6/4 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Vibe Coding and Venture Lab (Shark Tank Inspired), $399 (Beginner +)
6/29-7/2 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Vibe Coding and Venture Lab, $399 (Beginner +)
7/20- 7/23 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Vibe Coding and Venture Lab, $399 (Beginner +)

Minecraft! (Ages 7+)

Jump into an epic adventure at our Minecraft X-treme Coding Camp! Campers will explore the world of Minecraft while building skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. Through exciting challenges and hands-on projects, they’ll practice coding, construct incredible builds, and tackle fun puzzles. It’s the perfect mix of learning and play—designed to spark imagination and inspire young creators in a dynamic virtual world.

5/25-5/28 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Minecraft X-Treme, $399 (Beginner +)
6/15-6/18 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Minecraft X-Treme, $399 (Beginner +)
6/29-7/2 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Minecraft X-Treme, $399 (Beginner +)
7/13- 7/16 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Stop Motion Animators & Minecraft Combo Camp, $399 (Beginner +)

Roblox! (Ages 10+)

Using Roblox Studio, campers will design and build their own custom obby (obstacle course) games while learning real coding and game design skills. From creating tricky jumps and creative level layouts to adding gameplay mechanics and testing their worlds, students will turn their ideas into fully playable Roblox experiences. It’s fast-paced, creative, and highly interactive—perfect for kids who love Roblox and want to move from playing games to building them.

6/15-6/18 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | ROBLOX: Obby Builds & LUA, $399 (Intermediate)
7/6- 7/9 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | ROBLOX: Obby Builds & LUA, $399 (Intermediate)

WE KNOW ARDUINO (Ages 10+)

Campers will dive into the basics of electronics and programming as they build interactive projects using Arduino microcontrollers. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll learn how circuits work, how to code simple programs, and bring their creations to life with sensors and real-world data. As a highlight project, campers will build a device that senses their pulse and then code it to match and display music with a similar beat—blending technology and music in a really cool, personal way. This camp is perfect for kids who love working with hardware, getting hands-on, or have a passion for music and making things come alive! It’s hands-on, creative, and seriously cool—perfect for curious minds who want to see how tech connects to the real world.

6/1-6/4 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Arduino: Music and Tech!, $435 (Beginner +)
7/13- 7/16 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Arduino: Pulse, Music and Tech!, $435 (Beginner +)

3D PRINT LAB (Ages 10+)

Create, design, and animate in this hands-on 3D modeling camp! Using Blender, campers will learn how to build 3D models, design characters and objects, and bring them to life through animation. From shaping simple forms to creating dynamic scenes and motion, students will explore the fundamentals of 3D art and digital storytelling. It’s creative, visual, and highly engaging—perfect for students who love art, animation, and want to turn their ideas into professional-looking 3D creations.

6/22- 6/25 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Blender 3D Animation and Modeling, $399 (Beginner +)
7/20- 7/23 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Blender 3D Animation and Modeling, $399 (Beginner +)

Other Camps

This location also offers other camps that aren't a part of theCoderSchool's standard offerings. For full descriptions, please see the Camp Schedule below.

6/22- 6/25 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Nintendo Switch Game Builder Garage (Ages 10+) $399 (Beginner +)
6/8-6/11 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Nintendo Switch Game Builder Garage (Ages 7+) $399 (Beginner +)
6/8-6/11 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Rockets and Space: Kerbal Space Program (Ages 7+) $399 (Beginner +)
7/6- 7/9 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm | Rockets and Space: Kerbal Space Program (Ages 7+) $399 (Beginner +)
Welcome to theCoderSchool

Welcome to theCoderSchool, a place that teaches coding camps and a whole lot more during the school year. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, theCoderSchool believes every kid is unique, and we treat them that way. Our core program revolves around a mentor relationship with experienced coders, Code Coaches who can guide our students through their amazing - and custom - technical journey. To find out more about our regular after school program during the school year, fill out our form!

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Camp Schedule By Week

Turn Screen Time into Skill Time! 💻✨ Looking for a fun, educational way to keep your kids engaged during school breaks? Our Computer Coding Camps combine real tech skills with interactive fun! With a low student-to-teacher ratio, your child gets personalized attention while learning to code, building games, tackling STEM challenges, and making new friends. ✅ Approved ESA Vendor (Arizona Dept. of Education) ✅ ClassWallet Partner Have questions or need help choosing the right camp? 📞 Call or Text: (480) 410-7669 📧 Email: gilbert@thecoderschool.com ⏳ Camps fill up fast—don’t wait! Scroll down to explore all our awesome camps and reserve your spot today!
Scroll table to see all 18 camps
Week Format Camp Ages Price
5/25-5/28 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Python Discord Bot Creation Campers will create their own fully functional Discord bot using Python. From custom commands and automated responses to fun features like games and moderation tools, they’ll learn how to turn ideas into something they can actually use with friends online. Along the way, they’ll master core programming concepts, problem-solving skills, and the logic behind how apps really work. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Intermediate)
5/25-5/28 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Minecraft X-Treme Jump into an epic adventure at our Minecraft X-treme Coding Camp! Campers will explore the world of Minecraft while building skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. Through exciting challenges and hands-on projects, they’ll practice coding, construct incredible builds, and tackle fun puzzles. It’s the perfect mix of learning and play—designed to spark imagination and inspire young creators in a dynamic virtual world. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/1-6/4 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Vibe Coding and Venture Lab (Shark Tank Inspired) Campers will learn the art of “vibe coding”—a creative, fast-paced way to build and prototype ideas using AI—while tackling real-world problems they care about. From brainstorming solutions to designing and building their own working prototypes, students will think like innovators and creators every step of the way. The week wraps up with fun, presentation-style showcases where campers share their projects, complete with a creative company name and their big idea. It’s an exciting blend of coding, creativity, and entrepreneurship—perfect for kids who love to build, imagine, and bring ideas to life. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/1-6/4 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Arduino: Music and Tech! Campers will dive into the basics of electronics and programming as they build interactive projects using Arduino microcontrollers. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll learn how circuits work, how to code simple programs, and bring their creations to life with sensors and real-world data. As a highlight project, campers will build a device that senses their pulse and then code it to match and display music with a similar beat—blending technology and music in a really cool, personal way. This camp is perfect for kids who love working with hardware, getting hands-on, or have a passion for music and making things come alive! It’s hands-on, creative, and seriously cool—perfect for curious minds who want to see how tech connects to the real world. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $435
(Beginner +)
6/8-6/11 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Rockets and Space: Kerbal Space Program Campers will use the physics-driven universe of Kerbal Space Program to design, test, and refine rockets while learning real programming and engineering concepts. From achieving stable orbits to attempting Mun landings (and plenty of explosive “learning experiences” along the way), students will develop problem-solving skills, computational thinking, and a deeper understanding of physics in action. It’s creative, challenging, and wildly fun—perfect for future engineers, astronauts, and curious builders ready to reach for the stars. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/8-6/11 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Nintendo Switch Game Builder Garage Build your own games in this hands-on Nintendo Switch coding camp! Using Game Builder Garage, campers will learn the fundamentals of game design and programming as they create interactive games they can actually play and share. Students will be using their own Nintendo Switch devices to design characters, build levels, and script game logic—turning their ideas into fully playable experiences. It’s creative, fast-paced, and packed with experimentation—perfect for kids who love gaming and want to move from playing games to building them. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/15-6/18 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm ROBLOX: Obby Builds & LUA Using Roblox Studio, campers will design and build their own custom obby (obstacle course) games while learning real coding and game design skills. From creating tricky jumps and creative level layouts to adding gameplay mechanics and testing their worlds, students will turn their ideas into fully playable Roblox experiences. It’s fast-paced, creative, and highly interactive—perfect for kids who love Roblox and want to move from playing games to building them. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Intermediate)
6/15-6/18 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Minecraft X-Treme Using Minecraft, campers will go beyond playing and start creating—designing custom worlds, building structures, and learning how coding concepts bring their ideas to life inside the game. Through fun challenges and creative projects, students will experiment with logic, problem-solving, and game design in a world they already love. It’s imaginative, interactive, and packed with creativity—perfect for kids who want to turn their Minecraft skills into building, designing, and coding superpowers. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/22- 6/25 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Blender 3D Animation and Modeling Create, design, and animate in this hands-on 3D modeling camp! Using Blender, campers will learn how to build 3D models, design characters and objects, and bring them to life through animation. From shaping simple forms to creating dynamic scenes and motion, students will explore the fundamentals of 3D art and digital storytelling. It’s creative, visual, and highly engaging—perfect for students who love art, animation, and want to turn their ideas into professional-looking 3D creations. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/22- 6/25 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Nintendo Switch Game Builder Garage Build your own games in this hands-on Nintendo Switch coding camp! Using Game Builder Garage, campers will learn the fundamentals of game design and programming as they create interactive games they can actually play and share. Students will be using their own Nintendo Switch devices to design characters, build levels, and script game logic—turning their ideas into fully playable experiences. It’s creative, fast-paced, and packed with experimentation—perfect for kids who love gaming and want to move from playing games to building them. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/29-7/2 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Vibe Coding and Venture Lab Campers will learn the art of “vibe coding”—a creative, fast-paced way to build and prototype ideas using AI—while tackling real-world problems they care about. From brainstorming solutions to designing and building their own working prototypes, students will think like innovators and creators every step of the way. The week wraps up with fun, presentation-style showcases where campers share their projects, complete with a creative company name and their big idea. It’s an exciting blend of coding, creativity, and entrepreneurship—perfect for kids who love to build, imagine, and bring ideas to life. Ages 8+ Ages 8+ $399
(Beginner +)
6/29-7/2 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Minecraft X-Treme Using Minecraft, campers will go beyond playing and start creating—designing custom worlds, building structures, and learning how coding concepts bring their ideas to life inside the game. Through fun challenges and creative projects, students will experiment with logic, problem-solving, and game design in a world they already love. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
7/6- 7/9 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Rockets and Space: Kerbal Space Program Blast off into coding and space exploration in this hands-on Kerbal Space Program coding camp! Campers will use the physics-driven universe of Kerbal Space Program to design, test, and refine rockets while learning real programming and engineering concepts. From achieving stable orbits to attempting Mun landings (and plenty of explosive “learning experiences” along the way), students will develop problem-solving skills, computational thinking, and a deeper understanding of physics in action. It’s creative, challenging, and wildly fun—perfect for future engineers, astronauts, and curious builders ready to reach for the stars. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
7/6- 7/9 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm ROBLOX: Obby Builds & LUA Using Roblox Studio, campers will design and build their own custom obby (obstacle course) games while learning real coding and game design skills. From creating tricky jumps and creative level layouts to adding gameplay mechanics and testing their worlds, students will turn their ideas into fully playable Roblox experiences. It’s fast-paced, creative, and highly interactive—perfect for kids who love Roblox and want to move from playing games to building them. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Intermediate)
7/13- 7/16 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Stop Motion Animators & Minecraft Combo Camp Students will build custom worlds and scenes in Minecraft, then animate their own stories using stop-motion techniques—bringing any ideas they can imagine to life frame by frame. Whether it’s action, comedy, or something totally unique, campers have the freedom to create and animate whatever they want. This beginner-friendly camp blends hands-on building, storytelling, and simple tech tools to introduce the fundamentals of animation, creativity, and problem-solving. No prior experience needed—just imagination and a willingness to create. Ages 7+ Ages 7+ $399
(Beginner +)
7/13- 7/16 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Arduino: Pulse, Music and Tech! Campers will dive into the basics of electronics and programming as they build interactive projects using Arduino microcontrollers. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll learn how circuits work, how to code simple programs, and bring their creations to life with sensors and real-world data. As a highlight project, campers will build a device that senses their pulse and then code it to match and display music with a similar beat—blending technology and music in a really cool, personal way. This camp is perfect for kids who love working with hardware, getting hands-on, or have a passion for music and making things come alive! Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $435
(Beginner +)
7/20- 7/23 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Vibe Coding and Venture Lab Campers will learn the art of “vibe coding”—a creative, fast-paced way to build and prototype ideas using AI—while tackling real-world problems they care about. From brainstorming solutions to designing and building their own working prototypes, students will think like innovators and creators every step of the way. The week wraps up with fun, presentation-style showcases where campers share their projects, complete with a creative company name and their big idea. It’s an exciting blend of coding, creativity, and entrepreneurship—perfect for kids who love to build, imagine, and bring ideas to life. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Beginner +)
7/20- 7/23 Mon-Thurs 9am-3pm Blender 3D Animation and Modeling Create, design, and animate in this hands-on 3D modeling camp! Using Blender, campers will learn how to build 3D models, design characters and objects, and bring them to life through animation. From shaping simple forms to creating dynamic scenes and motion, students will explore the fundamentals of 3D art and digital storytelling. It’s creative, visual, and highly engaging—perfect for students who love art, animation, and want to turn their ideas into professional-looking 3D creations. Ages 10+ Ages 10+ $399
(Beginner +)

Experience Interactive STEM Learning

We design our coding camps to help kids understand STEM topics through interactive, hands-on experiences. Our engaging approach makes sometimes complex concepts palatable for younger students. Hands-on STEM learning is highly valuable for students, giving them skills they can use for years to come—even if they don’t become computer programmers. Some of the useful skills they’ll pick up include:

Making STEM fun and interesting is our specialty at theCoderSchool, and we’re confident that your child will come away with a newfound appreciation for computer programming through our immersive learning experience.

Coding Camps for Kids FAQ

What is a coding camp?

Coding summer camps are week-long coding courses in a variety of topics, from robotics to artificial intelligence to video game design and development. We also teach an Intro to Python Programming camp, one of the fastest growing programming languages in the world!

What makes theCoderSchool camps different?

Our coding camps at theCoderSchool are unique because they are taught in small groups and very hands-on, giving campers a more immersive experience in which to improve their technical skills.

How does a coding camp help kids?

Coding camps help our campers learn in a collaborative way. Not only are they picking up useful teamwork skills, but they’re also learning the fundamentals of a valuable STEM subject in a fun and engaging way.

What is the best coding camp for kids?

We know how different kids are from one another, and our camps help reflect that diversity. You'll find camps that focus on javascript and HTML/CSS for web development, use Scratch for game design, game development, and animations, we even have camps that teach algorithms for basic artificial intelligence and data science. We also employ a project-based learning experience.

How do I find a camp near me?

Our coding schools are scattered around the US, so be sure to find a kids’ coding camp near you to discover what options are available in your area and for enrollment.
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What is theCoderSchool? We are an after-school drop-off (and virtual) program for kids learning to code - a coding school! There's after-school kung fu. There's after-school music lessons, sports, art, tutoring, Chinese, you name it, it's out there. But coding classes for kids? Founded in 2013, we're the first of many, and the largest in Silicon Valley with more locations on the way around the country. The future will be ever more dependent on technology so let's get our young generation ready. Learn to Code, Change the World®.

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