Coding is fast becoming the most in-demand skill across all industries. Every App, computer programme and even microwave relies on code in order to operate. Teaching youth how to code ensures that we are prepared for a digital world.
Does your child want to learn to code?
Here’s their chance. In celebration of Mandela Day, iStore and Think Ahead are offering 670 learners between the ages of 10-14 years old free 67 minute coding sessions. These lessons will take place on July 14th throughout the day at the following 12 stores. To book a session, selected your nearest iStore and follow the link:..
| Eastgate | Sandton City | Waterfront |
Free coding camps for students throughout the year
“Learning and teaching code has never been more essential. Coding teaches problem solving skills and also how to work together in creative ways. We are excited to partner with iStore and expose even more learners to the world of code this Mandela Day”, says Michelle Lissoos, Managing Director of Think Ahead.
For the past 3 years, Think Ahead, through its FutureSpace initiative, has taken the lead in teaching students and teachers computer programming and applying technology skills through creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving.
They facilitate coding camps during the holidays, ongoing extra mural clubs plus teacher training on how to bring code to schools.. To date more than 1500 learners have experienced FutureSpace and more than 300 teachers have been trained by Think Ahead to teach code.
Helping children from disadvantaged schools
In addition, iStore has partnered with Think Ahead, through their iSchoolAfrica initiative to identify 4 under resourced schools that have never been exposed to the world of code. iStore will take selected learners from these four schools to their stores for their free coding sessions. The selected schools are: Ntsha-Peu Primary School, Emfundisweni Primary School, Westbury Primary School and Laerskool Westerlig.
Preparing for the future
“ This is not a once off initiative but part of iStore’s ongoing programme with key partners Think Ahead and iSchoolAfrica – to bring technology to all. “ says iStore CEO, Chris Dodd
For more information visit iStore and Think Ahead websites.
Morning
Any classes in Ekurhuleni (Springs, Benoni or Brakpan)?
May admin kindly reply to Pinki, Mpumi and Sandhaya because i am also interested in the response.?
Unfortunately there are no venues for the Ekurhuleni area at this stage. You will need to find a venue in another area that you can attend.
Hi Mamokhina – You can now book FREE coding classes for tomorrow at the Eastgate iStore- click here to bookhttps://www.quicket.co.za/events/52072-67-minutes-of-code-with-istore-eastgate/#/
Hi Pinki,
They have added the store in Eastgate as an option. – we have added the link in the grid on the article or you can try using this link https://www.quicket.co.za/events/52072-67-minutes-of-code-with-istore-eastgate/
Hi, I tried booking for sandton now it tells me it is fully booked. It had a timer, I completed the details then it kicked me out.
Hi Jennifer, This is the program for 2018. Please click here for information about the 2019 FREE sessions
https://www.jozikids.co.za/zaparents-blog/free-coding-courses-the-istore-mandela-month/
Please choose my grandson Sachio Lewis for this wonderful initiative. He absolutely loves coding.
Hi Mandy- You need to book for your Grandson. Did you see links to the different istores on the article at the top in the grid? These links are all in blue.
Hi, can you please organise a session in Benoni for Ekurhuleni kids.
Hi Portia, They have added the store in Eastgate as an option. – we have added the link in the grid on the article or you can try using this link https://www.quicket.co.za/events/52072-67-minutes-of-code-with-istore-eastgate/
Good day, don’t you have any coding in PTA ?
Dear Sarita, There is an iStore in Woodlands, Pretoria and one at The Mall of Africa where you can register your child. Check our page again to find the links.
Hi. I’m trying to book at either Sandton City or Cresta but getting a blank screen when I click on it. Please help
The links were temporarily out of order because the site was temporarily overloaded with requests. It should be working now Sumayya
No dates for iStore Pavilion??
Which mall would Durban children attend (from Amanzimtoti) – Thank you!
Gateway is the only one
Hi
Anything at the glen shopping center?
The free classes are only on offer at the branches listed in this article
Please kindly advise how I cancel. I booked via Quicket. My child will unfortunately not be able to attend due to unforseen circumstances.
We will find out from the iStore and let you know.
HI Tania – at which branch did you book and at what time?
I booked at Sandton City for 16:30. I cannot find a way to cancel. Was there in person last week…
Hi Tania,
Please send Quicket an email and they will inform the iStore. Thanks for letting us know.
Best regards Merle
Can you possibly provide details?
Hi Tania, Here are the details for Quicket
+27 21 424 9308
support@quicket.co.za
Thank you so much
its booked out @cresta:-(
Hi Abdull, there are still FREE coding classes on offer at the Eastgate iStore – click here to book https://www.quicket.co.za/events/52072-67-minutes-of-code-with-istore-eastgate/#/
we would appreciate a visit at the Diepsloot Library
Can i please register my kidsbon the 20th of July at Cresta
Sorry Thami, Cresta is fully booked