This is an updated review. My son started coding with Hana approximately 15 months ago. He was doing 2:1 classes and most recently has begun 1:1 classes. Hana continues to be very patient and an amazing instructor. My son looks forward to his weekly classes with Hana. He is currently working on Python and excelling marvelously. I highly recommend Hana and 1:1 classes if possible. read more

I registered my both kids to summer camp here. Their friends recommended to do the camp together though we usually go to other coding school. At first, my kids were really excited and came home talked about what they learned and created. It seemed like they had fun. Then problem started as my child told me that her file was deleted couple times and she couldn't find it. I told her to ask the instructor since they supposedly are good at computer. She told me that she couldn't log on because she forgot her password. Apparently this issue has been going on during the week long summer camp. I was not aware until Thursday evening from my child. Then I asked her what was she doing if she couldn't log on and no one could help her. She said she just sat there and listened. 1) we don't learn by sitting, we learn from doing and following step by step (so she wasted her learning time and my money) 2) no instructor aware that she was sitting there and not doing anything? Didn't raise their attention? 3) she claimed she forgot her password and instructor couldn't help her. Coder instructor should be able to trace back her password or reset password for her, correct??? 4) I emailed my concerns and I got back the response from manager that my child was joking with instructor. Yes, if she wasn't engaged and couldn't log on, I know my child would be bored and fooling around. Any child would. All the kids were laughing and having fun in class. I don't see any problem with my child enjoying the class and laughing. 5) couple kids said they had WiFi issues during class. Why would it be WiFi issues when this is a coding school. 6) when I emailed to the manager, his response was trying to point finger at my child that she was joking with the instructor instead of solving the issue and take responsibility about his instructors in class. No customer service. For sure, I won't recommend anyone to this place. Very disorganized and no customer service. read more

My children attended a summer camp at the coder school. This what I experienced: Pros: the kids had fun there. When we entered or whenever we picked up or dropped off, you can see that children were having fun. You could see children laughing and smiling. They did complete some coding activities. Cons: 1. Limited staff- No one answered the phone. There was no front help person to answer phones during camp. I was running late, and called the office no one picked up the phone. When I picked up the children, the teacher gave his personal phone number to contact them. He said there is no one to answer phones during camp. Considering the amount of money as parents we pay for this activity and they should have someone in the front office answering the phone or have the teachers in the camp pick up the phone while the camp is in session. I know they are trying to cut cost, but the business phone should work during camp hours. 2. Each child are placed on their individual computers. If they have problems with the computer, instead of putting them on another one, they waited to repair it. So one of my children missed time during the day completing a project until they could the computer to work. We were not told about this until my children told us. We inquired about it and did not get a response why they were not put on another computer or that my child's project would be delayed. 3. Passwords- I have a younger child who forgot her password on the computer. The teacher didn't have the password that day, so she couldn't use the computer to complete her project. The following day, we contacted the manager to find out why the teacher didn't have it so our child could complete her work. The manager gave us the password. Then stated that our children were smiling and laughing in class. Prior to that comment, the teachers were giving my children compliments on how well behaved they were. That's an odd response from the manager-- deflect and blame tactic being used. My wife asked again why and we didn't get a response. We never found out from the manager nor the teacher why they didn't have the password prior day so my child could finish the project. Today, after our complaint, staff did have myu child's password. And again they avoided the question why they didn't have the password the day before. Overall, my children had fun. Other kids had fun. They looked like they learned something. However, the management and teachers could not answer simple questions and for the money we pay, there should not be downtime if computer is down or someone can't remember their password. However management avoided the question and was ready to deflect questions by blaming my children. We've gone to Code Ninja in the past and had a better experience there. They have better communication, kids have fun too, learn, and are more organized. If they have technical difficulties they move the child to another computer. read more

theCoderSchool is good for helping with coding and creativity. It helps with programming things like drawing country flags with python, and giving lessons which also favor many different coding languages. I would highly recommend this program since it teaches people how to code and what not. I've programmed drawing country flags with pythons "turtle" function. read more

Disorganized. The quality of the class really comes down to the instructor. Some really care. Others seemed like they don't. Instructors change weekly and without notice. The manager is usually found in his office. I never saw him on the floor supervising the instructors. It's sad because this place could be much more. We have been there for over 2 months. My child goes weekly (not summer camp). UPDATE: the owner, Wayne reached out to me and offered to assist. He was sincere about helping and improving the learning experience. I am going to try to ask my child to give it another try in a few months because she really enjoys coding. read more

I really can't speak for administration or the organization- iI really do not have a lot of interaction. I do not have any bad experience- the only thing I would say if you have to cancel a class, due to school or other things , you will not get the money back- you have to do a make up class, which is sometimes hard to fit into the schedule. This review is for an awesome teacher- Hana. My 12 yr old daughter is really looking forward to her classes and in the last 4 weeks she showed to much improvement. Hana was able to figure out her strength and weakness and she is able to support that in a way so my daughter has a great experience with coding. She customized programs just to challenge her. She is fun, patient and very supportive. She is also a great role model showing that women/girls can be great coders too. read more

I am a student of cupertino coder school, learning Python. Hana Archbold, is my guide, I would love to say that she is an awesome teacher with lot of patience, she elaborately explain all logical application behind code. And I am improving a lot. read more

I started my 8th grader here during shelter in place and in remote learning. He is a sporty guy and with all this team sports out due to Covid, this was the time to try coding. He was reluctant, since he wanted a bugler class to meet more people. I was not expecting this to work at all. BUT the Coder School was patient and accommodating. The instructor is nice, fun and makes the material interesting. They also matched my sin with a similar kid. So now my son has made w new friend and looks forward to spending time with the coding tutor and his new friend. This has been an amazing experience. read more

We are so grateful that we found this school, especially teacher Hana. My 11 yr old son jumps out of the car for his coding class with Hana. She found him talented, so she customized programs just to challenge him. She is fun and patient, and always encouraging. My son gives, his best to this one class because of Hana. This is a tough age for boys, but Hana knows exactly how to handle my son and get the best out of him. I'm really glad his initiation to programming started with Hana. Kudos to the Coder School for starting something like this for young kids. read more

We are very happy with the Coders School mainly because of his favorite coach Hana. My son takes private coaching from Hana. She is an amazing teacher. I always get a detail report from her after every session on what was covered in class. Thank you so much Hana for your patience in giving a detail feedback after every class. My son is excited to come to class as you keep him motivated and challenged. I strongly recommend Hana. - Ranjini read more

My daughter and son have learned so much here. The teachers are very patient and the projects are educational and fun. This is the best way to increase their confidence without putting them under any pressure. read more

This center is so obsessed about what their 24 hour policy that they forget customers. Customer service is at its worst. The current manager is simply awful. John makes the experience so not worth it read more

Hana and this school are amazing! Our 9 year old daughter has been taught by Hana for nearly a year. She loves going to coder school and has made so much progress. We appreciate that Hana always sets up a specific lesson for the day, which takes a lot of extra time outside of the lesson time. These lessons are personalized based on both what will spark her student's interest as well as teach something new. Our daughter started with Scratch programming and will soon be moving to Python - we are delighted! read more

My kids started here when it opened. They enjoy it and are learning a lot from the classes. They are usually with one teacher, so its nice that they get all the attention. Their code coaches are good and know their coding. They keep them challenged. Some suggestions...cubbies. I notice usually when I go the couch is used for holding the coaches' bags...and not for parents waiting for their kids. It would be nice to have a few cubbies for the coaches to put their things...or even the kids items. Also, a hook or table in the bathroom. Otherwise, we are really liking the coder school. read more

My 11 year old daughter attends the Coder School and she is loving it there. Especially because of her excellent coach Hana. Hana is an amazing coach who works extra hours to help students. Hana explains everything in detail and makes sure that they understand it. My daughter is very excited for coding classes every week. Hana takes the time to explain everything and is very patient. The Coder School is amazing. read more

My daughter has been a student of Hana's for over a year. She started with Scratch and has since moved onto Python. Hana has been an excellent teacher - providing patient instruction as well as interesting coding projects that really engages her students. At the end of each session, Hana provides a detailed summary of what my daughter worked on during her session. I really appreciate the thought the Hana puts into each session. Her teaching approach and her enthusiasm for the subject reflects in my daughter's progress and continued interest in coding. Thanks Hana! read more

My 9 year old son loves to go to Coder School primarily because of his excellent coach Hana Archbold. Hana takes time to understand my son's level of intelligence. She comes down to his level, works with his interests and makes him a better student. Hana totally understands how to motivate my son, due to her extensive background not only in programming but also child psychology. The key thing is that she knows what interests my son, and Hana can get him to focus, concentrate and produce results. We drive from far to get to Cupertino just so that my son can get quality attention from Hana. Her teaching style of tayloring the instruction to mold and fit my son's needs to learn and grow are immensely valuable. We feel so blessed to have met Hana via Coder school. I strongly recommend here without any reservation as I can truly see the results in my son's progress. Thanks so much both - Hana and Coder School - Cupertino branch. read more