About UCode - La Canada in La Cañada Flintridge, CA

At our coding school, we believe that the best way to learn coding is through practice. We offer a comprehensive course that covers everything from the basics to more advanced concepts. Our system is built to get kids up to speed quickly and start coding confidently. We use a variety of instructional tools to keep kids engaged, including instructional videos, exercises, projects, and quizzes. We've also developed our own Learning Management System that allows students to track their progress and review any concepts they might need to revisit. Our course is designed to help kids become coding masters in no time. Our interactive platform is tailored to make learning fun and engaging. We also provide support and guidance throughout the course for those who need it. With our help, your child will gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to be successful in coding.

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What kind of kids we support

  • Coed
  • Kids
  • Tweens

Amenities

  • Internet Access
  • Classrooms

Programs at UCode - La Canada in La Cañada Flintridge, CA

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Coding Foundations For Ages 6 - 8

UCode has developed a series of animated videos that introduce 25 core coding and computing concepts in an age appropriate and fun way. It is the perfect starting point for young learners who wish to learn to code. The concepts serve as the foundation for learning how to write good code. Students view the videos and the complete a companion worksheet that tests their understanding and computational abilities. A great starting point for early age learners. Foundational topics include: Computer Programs, Computer Memory, Programming Languages, Inputs, Sources, Sensors, Color Detection, Time, Logic , Flow Charts, Counting, Sorting, , Repetition, Comparison, Variables, Idle, Conditional Statements, Break Loop, Infinite Loop, String Text, Programming Loops, Return Value, Type Conversion, Artificial Intelligence.

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Advanced Scratch Ages 6 to 9

This course is open to students who have completed Scratch Game Development or who have completed another Scratch Course. The course consists of 17 Units, with the first three units reviewing basic Scratch functionality. The rest of the course focuses on three fundamental computer science concepts: Variables, Logic, Loops and Conditional Statements. The lessons arefocused on introducing the concepts and then mastering them through coding exercises and project step. Students work at their own pace and supported by an instructor. Each lesson is available as a professionally produced video for review by students outside of class. The final lesson is devoted to a Capstone project where students demonstrate their mastery by building a game.

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Python Coding For Kids For Ages 8 - 11

Python Coding For Kids focuses on developing strong computational thinking skills. The course is student led, where students work at their own pace, using a block coding interface to answer coding challenges. The challenges increase in difficulty and complexity requiring increasing levels of logic, problem decomposition and problem solving to answer the challenge. Each lesson includes exercises and quizzes to support learning retention. Lesson plans are also available for teachers and parents. This course was developed in partnership with Cornell University faculty.

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Location and contact information

468 Foothill Blvd Ste A, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011