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Coolest Projects brings together young digital makers from around the world to share the things they have imagined, designed, coded, and created. Young creators all over the world can take part in the annual Coolest Projects online showcase, and in-person Coolest Projects events also run in several countries. From Scratch games and websites to AI …

Thinking about volunteering for the first time? Many people look for opportunities to support young people in schools, libraries, or youth programmes, but aren’t sure where to start. Whether you want to help young people, gain experience, or give back to your community, volunteering at Code Club is a great way to both make a …

It’s a common question we hear from teachers, parents, and volunteers around the world: Can I start a Code Club? The answer is simple: yes, you can. If you’re excited about helping young people turn their ideas into games, animations, and websites, you already have the spark that makes a great Code Club mentor. Starting …

Full Stack Vision Foundation, a Code Club partner, is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to create the foundations for knowledge in the digital sector and provide opportunities for children in the Caribbean through activities like Code Club. Ruhee Shah, Global Partnerships Coordinator at the Raspberry Pi Foundation, spoke to Bruce Harms, Founder and President …

At Code Club, projects are a vehicle for something bigger. Whether creators are building a Scratch animation, designing a website, or experimenting with an AI project like Chomp the Cheese, the real value often lies in what they learn along the way. Signing up for Coolest Projects 2026 gives this development a clear focus and …

Not every Code Club session needs computers to support brilliant learning. Our new unplugged projects bring core computing concepts to life through games, puzzles, and hands-on activities that get creators moving, thinking, and collaborating — all without screens. Why unplugged matters We want to make computing concepts accessible to everyone. These unplugged activities support clubs …

Code Clubs are unique learning communities where young people get hands-on experience with a wide range of tools, from drag-and-drop Scratch blocks to text-based Python, from micro:bit to emerging AI tools. It’s no surprise that in 2025 the biggest hits were the projects that build key skills and give creators a solid foundation to grow …

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 …