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Weekend Coding Clubs for Kids Near You in London (Ages 5–17)

2025-08-21 22:39
Games played with curved sticks and a ball can be found in the histories of many cultures. In Egypt, 4000-year-old carvings feature teams with sticks and a projectile, hurling dates to before 1272 BC in Ireland, and there is a depiction from approximately 600 BC in Ancient Greece, where the game may have been called kerētízein or because it was played with a horn or horn-like stick. In Inner Mongolia, the Daur people have been playing beikou, a game similar to modern field hockey, for about 1,000 years.
Swapping Saturday cartoons for building a game your child can’t wait to show you—now that’s a weekend win.
If you’re searching “weekend activities for kids London” or “coding clubs for kids near me,” you’ve just found a club that blends fun with future‑proof skills. Our weekend coding club is designed for busy families who want meaningful, screen‑time that develops creativity, resilience and real‑world tech skills.

What happens in a weekend session?

  • Make something real: Kids build a playable game, a simple website, a mini‑app, or a tiny AI project.
  • Create, don’t cram: 2‑hour, project‑led lessons turn theory into tangible outcomes.
  • Show & tell: Every few weeks, students demo their projects—parents are invited!

Skills your child takes home

  • Problem‑solving & logic (debugging teaches perseverance).
  • Creativity & design (sprites, UI, 3D scenes, sound effects).
  • Teamwork & presentation (pair‑programming, demos, feedback).
  • Digital literacy & safety (responsible, age‑appropriate use of AI tools).

Why weekends with Impact Academies?

  • Near you in East London with online & in‑person options.
  • Small groups, DBS‑checked coaches, supportive vibe.
  • Proven track record: 20,000+ graduates, 97–98% parent recommendation.
  • Flexible times: Morning or afternoon slots so sport & family time still fit.

Answering parents’ top worries

  • “Will they just play games?” No. They build them—planning, coding, testing, presenting.
  • “Is my child behind?” We assess gently and place them at the right level from day one.
  • “Will this help school?” Yes. Coding strengthens maths reasoning, writing structure and science investigation skills.

Ready to try it?

Book a free trial—watch your child build their first project and leave proud. If they love it (they will), reserve a place in our weekend coding club or after‑school coding club.

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