Coding
Sessions
Staying active is not only about sport. Free weekly coding sessions at Chobham Academy give young people aged 8–18 a real mental challenge, covering Python, SQL, problem solving and digital skills, with mentorship built in every step of the way.
The Youth Active approach
Active doesn't just
mean moving.
At Youth Active, keeping young people active means more than sport and movement. An active mind, one that is challenged, supported and growing, matters just as much. Our coding sessions exist to give young people that mental stimulus alongside real mentorship, so they grow into well-rounded individuals ready for whatever comes next.
An active mind
Coding challenges young people to think differently every week, breaking down problems, spotting patterns and building things that actually work. That is a genuine workout for the brain.
Real mentorship
Our team is in the room every session. Young people are guided, encouraged and celebrated when they crack something new. Nobody sits stuck and alone.
A well-rounded young person
Sport, creativity, coding and care. We want young people growing in every direction, not just good at one thing, but quietly confident across all of them.
When
Every Thursday, 5:00–6:00 PM. Term time and school holidays. No booking needed. Just show up. Refreshments are available at every session.
Where
Classroom coding sessions at Chobham Academy, Stratford. All equipment is provided. Just show up.
Who it's for
Open to all registered members aged 8–18. Completely free and fun-based with no pressure and no tests. Young people progress at their own pace, with the option to go further and build their own reports.
The curriculum
What young people learn
Problem Solving
Sessions are built around thinking clearly and breaking down challenges step by step, a skill that goes far beyond coding and into everyday life.
Python Scripting
Young people write and run real Python scripts, learning one of the most widely used programming languages in the world from the ground up.
SQL & Data Basics
An introduction to SQL, covering how databases work, how to query data and why understanding data is one of the most valuable skills in any career.
Excel Skills
Basic column calculations, formulas and spreadsheet skills that are useful in school, work and everyday life. Those who want to go further can progress into building their own reports.
How Computers Work
Understanding what is actually happening under the hood. How code runs, how hardware and software connect, and why computers do what they do.
Keyboard Shortcuts & Efficiency
Practical keyboard skills and shortcuts that make working on a computer faster, more confident and less frustrating from day one.
Fixing Real Computer Problems
Hands-on troubleshooting where young people learn to diagnose and solve everyday computer issues with confidence, not guesswork.
How it works
What to expect
No experience needed
Sessions start from the very beginning. Whether you have never used a computer properly or you already know a little, there is a place for you here.
Hands-on from day one
Young people are writing Python scripts and running SQL queries in real sessions, not just watching or listening. Learning by doing is the whole approach.
Practical skills that actually transfer
Keyboard shortcuts, troubleshooting, understanding how code runs. These are skills that make young people more confident and capable in school, work and everyday life.
Progress at your own pace
No tests, no pressure, no judgement. Every young person moves forward when they are ready, with support from the team the whole way through.
Ready to start coding?
Coding sessions run every Thursday at Chobham Academy, Stratford. Free for all registered members aged 8–18.