With the information superhighway constantly accelerating, make sure you and your kids don’t get left behind! Hong Kong has plenty of fun and informative courses on tech, coding, and robotics to future-proof the whole family. Kids can learn to approach the web with innovative creative and expressive skills. While parents can update their CVs with the professional skills, the Information Age demands. Take some Little Steps into the future, Hong Kong!
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ESF Explore's Coding classes offer a comprehensive learning experience for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced coders. The programs cover a range of topics, including coding, robotics, and AI, providing an excellent opportunity for students to expand their knowledge and interest in these fields. Through the use of technology, students can acquire digital skills both online and from the comfort of their own homes.
The classes are led by patient teachers who ensure that each student receives personalized support. Small class sizes allow for individualized attention and instant feedback, creating an ideal environment for effective learning and skill development.
Refer a friend, HK$200 off any regular and holiday programs. The referrer and each new student will receive a HK$200 credit voucher. There is no limit on how many new students one can refer!
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ESF Explore, ESF Campuses, +852 2711 1280, info@esfexplore.org.hk, www.esfexplore.org.hk/program_category/coding
Teachbob offers classes in STEAM Education, Robotics & Electronics, Coding, and Architecture. Classes are designed for children as young as 3 to 18, and they are divided by various levels and ages to match the different needs of students. They source the latest curriculum from the sources and institutes of tech innovation such as Silicon Valley, MIT, and the U.S. Both regular weekly classes and holiday camps are available.
Teachbob Academy, Locations across Hong Kong, info@techbob.com, http://www.techbob.com/
Specialists in providing 1-on-1 STEM online tutoring with personally customizable curriculums,
tutors at Hong Kong Coding Club are handpicked from prestigious Computer Science and STEM universities globally. Students can learn the fundamentals of programming through game development classes like Minecraft coding & Roblox and create digital art on the design and animations courses. They can also build projects and complete assignments for secondary school and university with personal guidance from tutors. With flexible scheduling provided, all sessions are recorded and lesson reports are sent to the student or parent's email after each lesson. A free trial is available for all first timers!
Hong Kong Coding Club, +852 5441 5542 (WhatsApp), info@hkcodingclub.com, www.hkcodingclub.com
PurpleTutor is offering online coding classes for children to build independent coding confidence in them. Every project the child works on is measured not just by the output but by their confidence & ability to work independently. As a result, children will learn computational thinking skills required to understand and create future technologies. Skills such as Decomposition help them learn to solve a big problem and Abstraction – where they can identify useful information and extract it from a huge pile of data. Courses such as Lil Champs (ages 6-9), Young Learners (ages 10-11), and Early Achievers (ages 12+) are offered to empower future tech leaders.
PurpleTutor, info@purpletutor.com, https://purpletutor.com/
Made up of a group of computer engineers, Tiny Code offers regular weekly courses, holiday camps, and coding workshops in Wan Chai and Kwun Tong for kids age 5-15). From covering the basics to learning complex coding language, the tutors engage and inspire your kids, prompting them to develop their online skills. Tutors teach according to the student’s ability and tailor every lesson to suit their interests and level.
Tiny Code, +852 9774 9057, knock@tinycode.hk, http://www.tinycode.hk/
Since opening its doors, Koding Kingdom has provided coding lessons to thousands of students between the ages of 5-15, and they have locations around Hong Kong. Their teaching method is based on the school’s motto of the 4Cs: Construct, Conceptualize, Customize and Create. Students are divided up by their age and ability. Apart from foundational courses, there are also specialty courses such as Minecraft, which has students engineering Redstone circuits to develop their knowledge of engineering science.
Koding Kingdom, Hung Hom, http://www.kodingkingdom.com/
Dalton Learning Lab is a joint venture between Outblaze and the two Dalton School co-founders, it began in 2017 and the lab provides after-school educational courses in a variety of Science, Technology Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) for children aged 4-14. Currently on offer are Robotics; Coding/Machine Learning; Artificial Intelligence Basics and Magic of Arduino. Aside from the technical skills, children will also learn other fundamental skills like communication, collaboration, creativity, storytelling, logical thinking and problem-solving.
Dalton Learning Lab, Unit 301, 3/F, Core A, Cyberport 3, 100 Cyberport Road, Hong Kong, info@daltonlearninglab.com, https://www.daltonlearninglab.com/
The Hour of Code is a bit of a wild card on this list. This online hour is more of an introduction, which is ideal if you want to see if your kiddo is into coding in the first place before you sign up for a whole course. The one-hour tutorial is designed for all age groups and is supported in over 45 languages.
Hour of Code, https://hourofcode.com/hk
A cool little robot that teaches you about coding and building apps, Dash & Cue can be ordered online and shipped direct. The robot Dash for kids aged 6+ grows with your child, enabling them to control the robot and the world around them with music and sounds. For kids aged 11+, there is Cue, designed for kids who have an interest in coding. Cue will help them transition from block-based code to state-machine and text-based programming.
Wonder Workshop, http://www.makewonder.com/
Wildly successful in big cities worldwide, General Assembly HK offers a range of one-off, short and long-term courses for adults focusing on online skills. Web Development Immersive is a full-time course firm, while there are shorter, evening courses on Online Marketing and Mobile Development. If you’re curious but not ready to commit, there are info sessions weekly.
General Assembly, 33 Des Voeux Road, 8th Floor, Central, Hong Kong, +852 9808 0015, hk@generalassemb.ly, http://www.generalassemb.ly/
Distance learning isn’t just for grown-ups but for kids too, with Tynker. With fun, animated lessons, your kids can learn the basics through this helpful, guided program. Lessons are split according to age and ability for children as young as 5 all the way to 18. Plus, there are themed lessons like Goblin Quest, Gravity Sling, and Ninja Runner that make learning fun.
Tynker, http://www.tynker.com/
Coding101 is a Hong Kong Science and Technology Park Partner Company and was established by top-quality IT professionals looking to share their knowledge with kids. Coding101 offers a wide range of STEM and coding education programs to Primary and Secondary schools. They also offer small class-size, more personalized learning environments to children who are eager to learn more about technologies and coding. They also offer short-term robotic workshops, holiday camps, and competitions.
Coding 101, Suite 310A, Core Building One, Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, +852 3705 2490, inquiry@coding101.hk, http://www.coding101.hk/
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