What is coding? Coding can simply be stated as giving instructions to the computer in a language the computer understands to perform a task.
Why should my child learn to code? Code is the language of the future and helps your child to develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills. Every app, every web page, every new piece of technology we use relies on programmers to help create it. The same way that we want all students to have an understanding of English, Math, History, and the Sciences, we want our kids to develop digital literacy because code now forms the building blocks of our world!
What device should my child bring to the class? Please bring a laptop (Windows, Mac) or a Chromebook. You can also rent a device from us for a small fee. Rental Fee: $45 for 15-week Spring/Fall Classes and $20 per week for Summer Camps.
What are the courses offered for the current Semester? The courses offered include Discover Coding, Game Coding, App Dev, Basic Programming, Intermediate Programming & Advanced Programming. Detailed course information can be found here.
My child has some prior coding experience. How do I select a course for my child? Please see the ages recommended for each course on the web page before you register. Students with prior experience will have an option to test out to see if they are ready for advanced coursework. If your child decides to take a pretest, email us to schedule a test date.
Where are the classes held? The classes are offered both virtually via zoom and in-person at our studio located at 13980 Amblewind Place, Carmel, IN 46074. You can choose the option that best fits your child's learning.
Do you offer private classes at a flexible schedule? Absolutely, we offer private one-on-one classes for all course levels. Private classes are typically offered on Sundays. Please email firststartcs@yahoo.com to discuss your preferred time.
What is the cost of the class? The tuition for Spring/Fall Semester is $300 for Discover Coding & Game Coding course and $390 for App Dev, Basic Programming, Intermediate Programming and Advanced Programming courses. The fee is for the whole semester of 15 hours. Payment options are available.
How can I pay the tuition? You can pay your tuition using one of the following ways: 1) Register for the course and pay through PayPal on our website 2) Pay with Zelle (651)343-8815 3) Chase Quick Pay to soujanyam@yahoo.com or (651)343-8815 3) Send a check to 13980 Amblewind Place, Carmel, IN 46074.
How can I contact you if I have any questions? The best way to contact us is via email: firststartcs@yahoo.com or call us at (651)343-8815. Please leave a message if we cannot answer the phone and we will get back within a few hours.
How can I register for a course? Please click here to register for our courses.
Testimonials "My kids 5th and 7th Graders have joined FSCS last Fall Virtually. They never learned coding before.This was the first time they did Python course and they love it. I love how Ms. Sou teaches them the basics to build their foundation. I highly recommend Ms. Sou’s courses. Thank you for your patience and helping my kids gain and sustain interest in coding program particularly in Python." ~ Varija
"Over the last 2 years, my child had been learning to code at FSCS. It has helped him develop logical thinking in addition to learning Python. Ms. Sou is very dedicated and gives individual attention to ensure every child understands the concepts taught in the class." ~ Sowmya
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"My son likes your teaching and the program." ~ Li
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