Change to the Fresher Curriculum: A New Focus on Scratch
At the Academy of Code, we are dedicated to providing the best learning experience for our students, recognizing the importance of coding education in today’s world. Over the summer, we carefully reviewed valuable feedback from students and parents, leading to significant improvements in our curriculum. The most notable change is the revamp of our Core Fresher curriculum, now focused entirely on Scratch, a programming platform that has consistently proven to be a favourite among our students.
Why Scratch?
Scratch is a highly engaging and user-friendly platform that allows young learners to dive into the world of programming with ease. Its block-based interface is designed to be intuitive, making it accessible to beginners while also offering depth for more advanced exploration. Scratch not only introduces the fundamental concepts of coding but also fosters creativity and problem-solving skills. These qualities make it an ideal starting point for our Fresher students, who are often taking their first steps into the realm of programming.
Image from our Scratch lessons
The Curriculum Overhaul
With our new focus on Scratch, the lessons in the Core Fresher curriculum have been revisited to maximise the platform’s potential. The course will guide students through a series of projects that gradually increase in complexity, ensuring they build a strong foundation in coding principles while also enjoying the learning process. From creating simple animations to developing interactive games, students will experience the joy of bringing their ideas to life through code.
This shift to Scratch as the central element of our Fresher curriculum was driven by the overwhelming positive response we’ve received from students and parents. Many appreciated Scratch’s ability to engage young learners quickly, sparking a passion for coding that motivates them to explore more and take on new challenges. By making Scratch the focal point of our introductory course, we are confident that we will inspire even more students to embrace coding.
Continuous Improvement
At the Academy of Code, we believe that education is a dynamic process that should continuously evolve to meet the needs of our students. We remain committed to listening to feedback and making improvements to our courses. The changes to our Fresher curriculum reflect our dedication to providing a learning environment that is both fun and educational, where students can thrive and develop a lifelong interest in coding.
This new curriculum will begin with the upcoming term, and we look forward to seeing our students excel with Scratch as the foundation of their coding journey. Join us in this exciting new chapter and sign up today at https://www.theacademyofcode.com/autumn-spring-term-2024-25.
