Game Development for kids
Game development for kids empowers your child by future-proofing their skills problem-solving, creativity, and we helps kids build confidence for the future in a tech-driven world. They'll learn coding through game creation, all while having fun!
Free trial class in game development for kids. Limited to five kids per week.
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Coding games for kids classes will transform your child’s love of gaming into creative thinking & problem solving.
Inspire your child’s inner creativity with classes in game development for kids.
Our classes for video game development for kids, takes your child’s love of technology and uses it as a hook to learn. Not only will they have fun learning to design and develop games, they will also develop important 21st century digital literacy and STEM skills, while connecting with other like-minded kids. Their brains will be firing on all cylinders, while smiling ear-to-ear and learning valuable tech and coding skills through game programming.
Game Design teaches students the basics of coding in a fun and game based experience. They are introduced to coding concepts, variables, branching and conditionals. Students will develop their problem solving and computational thinking skills giving them a leap ahead in skills that will undoubtedly shape their future employment options. These transferrable game developer skills are at the forefront of technology and a perfect activity to set your kid up for a bright future. They make games from scratch and also learn to trouble shoot, by editing existing games.
How Kids Learn & Create Games
Children naturally learn best when they are engaged, curious, and allowed to explore. Game development fosters this environment by combining play with problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration. Here’s how:
- Playful Exploration
Kids are naturally drawn to games because they are fun and interactive. Learn game development and it will build on this by allowing children to play with ideas, experiment with different solutions, and see immediate results. This hands-on learning promotes curiosity and will let kids gain a deeper understanding of concepts like logic and design. - Learning Through Challenges
Game development is designed for kids and introduces challenges that encourage critical thinking and resilience. Whether debugging code or trouble shooting level design, children learn to approach problems methodically and persist until they succeed. This nurtures a growth mindset and a love for learning while they build games. - Creativity and Expression
Designing games gives young kids the freedom to express their ideas in unique ways. From crafting characters to designing storylines, they use their imaginations to create projects that reflect their interests and personalities. This creative outlet builds confidence and helps them connect with what they’re learning as a game maker. - Collaboration and Communication
Game development often involves coding and design teamwork, where kids share ideas, give feedback, and work together to bring their visions to life. This fosters social skills and teaches the importance of collaboration, preparing them for future group settings in education and beyond.
By Choosing Our Coding Games for Kids Classes
You Can Expect
Incredible Pricing
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Weekly 1 hour sessions
Remotely online or in-person at our 21st century learning studios located in Hunter Valley, NSW, or Geelong, Vic.
Free Trial Class
Come in and see if we are a good fit for your child. In studio or online for all new students.
Fun Learning
Where kids can connect and socialise with other like minded kids who share their passion for technology.
Term Based Courses
Courses run during school terms between 9 and 10 weeks.
STEM Skills
This allows your child to progress and move forward in their coding journey.
Kids Coding Courses
That align with the school curriculum.
Caring Code Coaches
Who are committed to your child’s learning growth.
FREE No Obligation Studio Tour and Trial Kids Game Design Class
Students will create a minimum 3x games over 10 weeks.
Get real time feedback and support.
Kids go beyond playing mobile and computer games and move into creating their own games and projects!
Logins and passwords are provided to continue learning and extend creativity at home.
Benefits Kids Get From Programming Games
Problem Solving
Our game development for kids classes teach kids to think critically and creatively. They need to analyse problems, identify solutions, and make decisions to create a playable and enjoyable game. Video game design helps develop their problem-solving skills, which are essential in various aspects of life.
Future Proofing
Australian schools lack the resources to deliver the skills your child requires. An older teaching workforce and the newness of game design mean that schools are still scrambling to up-skill. Research shows only 1 in 3 ICT teachers are qualified to teach coding, let alone game design. Programming games for kids is a great way to future proof your child's skills.
Class environment
Our classes for coding games for kids is FUN! Kids love creating games, apps and interactive projects. It's also a great way to make new friends. Plus, you'll see their creative thinking skills improve as they become creators, not just consumers. The possibilities are endless and only limited by your children’s imagination.
Creative Imaginations
Our game development for kids classes allow children to express their creativity and imagination by designing characters, worlds, and gameplay mechanics. It encourages them to think outside the box and come up with innovative ideas, fostering their artistic and imaginative abilities.
Team Work
Jobs of the future will require STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths). As well as this, many game design projects involve teamwork, where children work together to bring their ideas to life. Collaboration teaches them effective communication, compromise, and the value of working together to achieve a common goal. Our courses in coding games for kids will improve all areas of your child's development, guaranteed.
Social Interaction
Kids love creating games, apps and interactive projects. Our classes for coding games for kids is also a great way to make new friends. Plus, you'll see their creative thinking skills improve as they become creators, not just consumers. The possibilities are endless and only limited by your children’s imagination.Parent Feedback About Our Video Game Programming Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
Do kids need any prior coding experience to join these classes?
No prior coding experience is required at iCode School ???? These classes are beginner-friendly and designed to introduce coding concepts from scratch. Children with no prior experience can start learning and gradually build their skills, while making friends and enjoying their time here.
Will my child be spending too much time in front of a screen?
While our games development classes involve using computers, they also encourage creative thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving. Many classes include hands-on activities, group discussions, and offline exercises to balance screen time.