Coding Classes for Ages 5–7: ScratchJr
Our Scratch Jr coding sessions are serious fun! So fun, in fact, your child won’t even realise they are learning a brand new skill.
You’ll watch as your children unlock their imagination while learning the essential 21st-century skills of coding, problem-solving and logical thinking.
ScratchJr is a great way for children aged 5–7 to begin their coding journey with a tutor. Using the playful, block-based ScratchJr app, children create their own interactive stories, animations, and simple games — snapping colourful code blocks together to make characters move, talk, and come to life.
It’s a fun, creative introduction to coding that builds confidence in sequencing, problem-solving and storytelling, while showing children that technology isn’t just something you use — it’s something you can create with.
Progression Pathway
ScratchJr is a great entry point for new coders, with no prior experience needed. For those who’ve taken our Jump & Code course, it’s also the perfect next step onto screen-based coding.
Our four-level ScratchJr pathway supports every learner, whether they’re brand new or ready for a challenge:
- Beginner: Learn the basics of ScratchJr — create characters, edit backdrops, and start coding simple sequences.
- Intermediate: Build multi-scene projects, add timing and messaging, and explore prediction and algorithms.
- Experienced: Create rich animations with wait blocks, sound recording, photos, and interactive elements.
- Pro: Develop complex, multi-page projects with characters, sound, input and events working together.
What to expect
- Fun, hands-on projects like talking cats, flying doughnuts, and time-travelling robots
- Confidence-building activities that blend coding with storytelling and creativity
- Key coding concepts taught step by step — sequencing, loops, events, debugging
- Small, supportive classes with personalised guidance
Practical details
- Age group: 5–7 years
- Format: Online via Zoom using the free ScratchJr tablet app
- Sessions offered as 1:1 or 1:2 with our expert tutors
- Pricing per lesson (if you book the whole term, you will automatically get 10% off)
- 30 minutes: £28 for 1:1
- 30 minutes: £20 per child for 1:2 lessons
- 45 minutes: £45 for 1:1
- 45 minutes: £25 per child for 1:2 lessons
Meet our ScratchJr Tutors
Our ScratchJr tutors are passionate about making coding playful and accessible. With experience in both computing and early years education, they know how to capture imaginations, build confidence, and guide children from their very first code blocks to ambitious, multi-scene projects. Meet the tutors by reading their profiles and booking directly with them on Pebble:
ScratchJr is the perfect starting point for any young coder — whether they’re brand new or moving on from Jump & Code — giving children a joyful, confident start to their digital journey.