Online & In-Person • Small Groups • Real Instructors

Coding, AI & Writing Classes for Kids

Small-Group, Instructor-Led Classes
Where Kids Learn, Create & Build Confidence

At First Coding Path, we help kids develop creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills through hands-on classes in coding, AI, creative writing, and technology.

💻Coding🤖AI🐍Python🎨Scratch✍️Creative Writing💡Critical Thinking
★★★★★Loved by parents
👨‍🏫Live expert instructors
👥Small groups
Enrolling now & coming soon

Our Courses

Classes enrolling now, plus what's coming next. New sessions open regularly.

Project Camp

AI Explorers

AI · Grades 5–9 · Live online

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AI Explorers is a fun, beginner-friendly course that teaches kids how to understand and use AI safely. Students learn how AI works, how to write good prompts, how to check AI answers, and how to use AI for creativity, learning, and problem-solving.

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🌱 Beginner

Creative Writing & Critical Thinking- Beginner

Reading & Writing · Grades 2–4 · Live online

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Creative Writing & Critical Thinking. Help your child become a confident writer, creative storyteller, and curious thinker! Our Creative Writing & Critical Thinking program helps second and third graders build essential reading, writing, and thinking skills through engaging stories, interactive discussions, and fun, hands-on activities. What Students Will Learn: - Writing Foundations: Build strong sentences, organize ideas, and write clear paragraphs. - Creative Storytelling: Develop imaginative stories with interesting characters, settings, and plots. - Reading Comprehension: Understand short stories, identify main ideas, and make thoughtful predictions. - Critical Thinking: Ask meaningful questions, solve simple problems, and explain ideas with reasons. - Vocabulary & Grammar: Improve word choice, sentence structure, spelling, and punctuation. - Confidence & Communication: Share ideas, participate in discussions, and express thoughts clearly. Program Highlights. - Live, interactive online classes. - Small-group learning with guided practice. - 60-minute classes, once per week. - Six-week sessions with progressive Hat Levels. - Fun writing assignments and personalized teacher feedback. - Designed to support U.S. elementary school learning standards. Our Goal: Help children develop strong writing foundations, a love of reading, creative imagination, and the confidence to think independently and express themselves effectively.

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🌱 Beginner

Creative Writing & Critical Thinking- Beginner (Grades 6-8)

Reading & Writing · Grades 6–8 · Live online

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Help your child become a confident writer, critical thinker, and effective communicator! Our Creative Writing & Critical Thinking program strengthens essential academic writing, reading comprehension, creativity, and reasoning skills through interactive discussions, engaging reading, and hands-on writing activities. What Students Will Learn: Writing Foundations: Develop well-structured paragraphs, clear ideas, and stronger writing organization. Reading Comprehension: Analyze texts, identify key ideas, and support responses with evidence. Creative Writing: Express original ideas through descriptive and imaginative writing. Critical Thinking: Ask thoughtful questions, evaluate information, and explain reasoning. Vocabulary & Grammar: Improve sentence structure, word choice, and writing clarity. Communication: Build confidence in expressing and defending ideas. Program Highlights: Six live, interactive online classes (60 minutes each). Small-group instruction with personalized teacher feedback. Engaging reading, writing, and critical-thinking exercises. Weekly assignments and an end-of-session writing project. Personal student dashboard and Writing Workspace to write, save, submit, and revise assignments. Progressive Hat Levels aligned with U.S. middle-school learning expectations. Our Goal: Build strong writers, independent thinkers, and confident communicators equipped with essential skills for academic success.

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🌱 Beginner

Java Programming for Kids

Java · Grades 6–9 · Live online

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Learn Java programming through fun, FTC robotics–inspired activities. Students build coding fundamentals that prepare them to program real robots in the future.

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🎩How kids grow

How It Works

Simple for parents, exciting for kids: pick a level, learn live, and watch the hats stack up.

Step 01

Pick a class

Choose a subject and level — Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced — for your child's grade. Not sure which? Book a Free Course Fit Session and we'll recommend one.

Step 02

Learn live, every week

Your child meets a real instructor and a small group each week to learn, build projects and get questions answered — with fun practice levels between classes.

Step 03

Earn hats as they grow

Kids earn hats from White to Purple as they master new skills. Every new hat is a milestone you can celebrate together — real progress, not guesswork.

3 levels to choose from
6 hats to earn
1 live class every week
Real projects, real skills

What Students Build

In every live class, kids create something they're proud to show off — and learn real coding and AI skills along the way.

Games

Playable games with characters, levels, and scoring.

Websites

Real web pages they design and code themselves.

AI Projects

Smart projects that recognize, generate, and respond.

Chatbots

Friendly bots that chat and answer questions.

AI Stories

Creative stories and art made with AI tools.

Animations

Moving scenes and effects that bring ideas to life.

Python Apps

Little programs and tools built with real code.

Data Charts

Colorful charts that turn numbers into insights.

💖Trusted by families

Why Parents Choose First Coding Path

Live, small-group classes designed to help your child learn real skills — and love doing it.

Live instruction

Every class is taught live by a real instructor — never pre-recorded. Kids ask questions and get help in the moment.

Small groups

Classes stay small so every child is seen, known, and encouraged — with plenty of one-on-one attention.

Confidence-building

Kids finish real projects and present their work, building confidence that carries well beyond coding.

Kid-friendly teaching

Patient, encouraging instructors who explain things in a way kids actually enjoy and understand.

Hands-on projects

Learning by building, not just watching. Kids leave each course with games, apps, and projects they made.

Flexible placement

Not sure where to start? We help place your child at the right level so they're challenged but never lost.

💸Simple, transparent pricing

Simple Pricing

Every class is small-group and instructor-led, online or in person. Pay for 6 weeks at a time and renew when you're ready — no subscriptions, no automatic charges.

Beginner Classes

Enrolling now$229 per 6 weeks

Small-group classes in Scratch and Python, including after-school classes at elementary schools.

  • Join any week · renew every 6 weeks
  • Small-group, instructor-led
  • Earn hats + practice levels

Intermediate & Advanced

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Bigger projects in Python, web and AI for confident coders ready for a real challenge.

  • Join any week · renew every 6 weeks
  • Real apps, games & AI
  • For advanced / older kids

Project Camps

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Short online project-based courses where kids build one exciting project from start to finish.

  • Short, focused live course
  • Small-group, instructor-led
  • Build one complete project

Pricing may vary depending on course length, topic, and schedule. Exact prices and dates are shown on each course page.

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Free Course Fit Session

Not Sure Which Course to Choose?

Every child starts at a different place. Some students are brand new to coding, while others already have experience with Scratch, Python, AI tools, or web projects.

If you're not sure which course is the right fit, book a Free Course Fit Session. We'll recommend the best class based on your child's grade, experience, and interests.

Book a Free Course Fit Session

100% free • Includes a free trial activity • No pressure to enroll

Free

What You'll Get

  • A short meeting with First Coding Path
  • A simple beginner-friendly coding or AI activity
  • Guidance on the right level — Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced — or a Project Camp
  • A recommended course based on grade, experience, and interests
  • A chance to ask questions before enrolling
★★★★★Loved by families

What parents & kids say

Real stories from our community.

“We have had an amazing experience with First Coding Path! My son, Aryan, has learned so much through the online coaching classes. The skills, knowledge, and confidence he gained helped him win a state-level gaming competition at the fifth-grade level. Dr. Sudip is an outstanding teacher who knows how to make coding interesting, enjoyable, and understandable for young students. He is patient, encouraging, and truly passionate about helping children succeed. I highly recommend First Coding Path to any parent looking for a high-quality coding program for their child.”

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Paras Shrestha, DMD

Parent

“After taking the summer coding class, I want to become a software engineer.”

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Ayush, Grade 6

Student

“Finally, a program that keeps my son engaged! The Hat system is genius — he's motivated to keep learning.”

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Parent

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See First Coding Path in action

Short videos about how we teach, AI tips for families, and what kids create.

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Free & self-paced

Free lessons that feel like a game

Dive into our free, self-paced coding lessons and quizzes on Learn. Earn XP, collect badges, and climb the leaderboard as you go — no cost, no pressure.

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Earn XP

Rack up experience points for every lesson, quiz, and project.

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Collect badges

Unlock colorful badges for milestones and big breakthroughs.

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Top the leaderboard

Watch your name climb the weekly leaderboard with friends.

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Level up as you go

Complete lessons, level up, and unlock new challenges to explore.