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John McAtominey leads our work supporting Code Clubs in the UK, and is part of the safeguarding team at the Raspberry Pi Foundation. He also runs a Code Club in his local community, Selby CoderDojo. Here he shares his top tips and highlights some useful resources to help you keep your creators and mentors safe. …

Start your Code Club session by creating a welcoming environment with simple activities. Establish routines, club rules, and support mechanisms. Use icebreakers, showcase projects, and demonstrate coding techniques to enhance learning and collaboration.

Dips Thompson launched her Code Club, Cloudside Coders, at Cloudside Primary School in Nottingham, UK, in June 2025. After completing her first term with creators aged between seven and eight, she’s sharing key lessons for new mentors. Kicking off club sessions Our Code Club runs after school, and I’ve built a routine that helps everyone …

Starting a new Code Club is an exciting adventure! As more clubs open around the world, we’ve gathered some helpful advice from experienced mentors to help you start confidently and run a club your creators will love. Embrace the uniqueness  I tell my new leaders to embrace the chaos! It’s a sign of creative and …

Explore how empowering young people to choose their projects, topics, or programming languages can lead to more engaged Code Club creators who believe their actions make a real difference. What do we mean by ‘agency’? At Code Club, giving young people agency means fostering a culture where creators are driven and self-motivated to direct their …

Kickstart your Code Club by using an icebreaker activity! Let us guide you through three icebreakers and how they can help your creators to connect, collaborate, and feel comfortable learning together. What is the best way to start your Code Club? There will never be one right answer that will fit everyone: the way you …

Running a Code Club just got a whole lot simpler — and more fun! Our Code Club platform has been redesigned to help you connect with your community and streamline your club management. We’ve recently updated the site we use to manage clubs and we’ve packed the new platform with exciting features to help club …

Code Clubs thrive on the energy and dedication of volunteer mentors. These amazing individuals generously give their time and expertise to inspire the next generation of coders. But even the most enthusiastic volunteer needs support! Here are some ways to show your appreciation and keep your mentors engaged. Recognise and appreciate There are some easy …

When we talk about coding and digital making, the question ‘why should young people learn to code?’ will often come up in the conversation. It’s a great question with lots of interesting answers. Let’s dig deeper! There’s no doubt that there is a buzz about the future of technology and where this fast-paced digital era …

Code Clubs offer a fantastic way for young people with special educational needs (SEN) to develop essential skills like coding, computational thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. In today’s digital world, inclusive education that promotes digital literacy is key to ensuring all young people have a chance to succeed. SEN covers a broad range of learning needs, …