Who This Course Is For
- Students aged 10+
- Complete beginners - no coding experience needed
- Students who enjoy logic, puzzles and problem solving
- Students preparing for Computer Science at school
Online Courses
Coding and Problem Solving - Part 1 (Beginner Python)
Teacher-led beginner coding lessons that help students develop logical thinking, programming confidence and problem-solving skills.
Separate from maths tuition, but useful for students who enjoy logic, puzzles and problem solving.
What Students Will Learn
- Getting started: setting up Python, writing and running a first program
- Variables and data types: numbers, text and storing information
- If statements: making decisions in code
- Loops: repeating actions with for and while loops
- Functions: writing reusable blocks of code
- Simple projects: building small programs such as quizzes and calculators
- Debugging skills: finding and fixing common errors
- Computational thinking: breaking problems into logical steps
Lesson Structure
How Lessons Work
Diagnostic check - a quick conversation to confirm the student's starting point
Clear explanation - each new coding concept explained step by step
Guided practice - students write code with support before independent tasks
Mini challenges - short coding problems that apply what's just been learned
Worksheet or take-home task - a small coding exercise before the next session
Feedback and next steps - a note on progress and what's coming up next
Packages
Then Choose Your Support Level
Bronze
Course content and WhatsApp messaging support only
£15/month
No live sessions
Silver
1 hour of live tutoring per month, plus course content and messaging support
£30/month
£30/hr
Gold
2 hours of live tutoring per month, plus course content and messaging support
£60/month
£30/hr
Included
What Every Support Level Includes
- Access to the selected course content and learner resources
- WhatsApp messaging support for questions between sessions
- Custom worksheet or practice task linked to the course
- Option to include live one-to-one tutoring on Silver and Gold
- Fully qualified and DBS-checked tutor support
- No contracts - cancel anytime
Coding and Problem Solving FAQs
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. No previous coding experience is required - most students start from scratch.
What software is used?
Students use Thonny, a free, beginner-friendly Python editor.
How long does Part 1 take?
Most students complete Part 1 in around 6-8 sessions, depending on the package chosen and how quickly they progress.
Does coding help with maths?
Yes. Coding builds logical thinking, sequencing and problem-solving skills that carry over directly into maths topics like algebra and patterns.
What happens after Part 1?
Students can continue to Part 2 for more advanced Python projects, or move toward GCSE Computer Science support.
Can I upgrade or downgrade my support level?
Please ask when registering interest. Support level changes depend on availability and will be confirmed before tuition starts.
Is Bronze suitable for every course?
Bronze is best for learners who can work independently with course content and messaging support. If live teaching is needed, Silver or Gold may be a better fit.
Ready to Get Started?
Register your interest and I will get back to you with the most suitable support option.