Coding & Tech Academy — Course 21, 2 weeks
1-15 July 2026
Two-week residential option.
In-person Program
Coding + Tech Academy
Coding + Tech Academy combines Python, robotics, and game design projects with English learning and a supervised boarding-school experience.
Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Coding + Tech Academy at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Beginner to advanced; English A1-C1
Age range / Year group
Ages 11-16
Location / Region
Shrewsbury School, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Cost
From £4,060
Duration
2-4 weeks
Format
In-person
Computer ScienceCybersecurityEngineeringTechnology
Class size: Maximum 12 international students
Accommodation: 1-4 beds; shared bathrooms
Meals: Three meals daily plus snacks
Certificate / Outcome: DS certificate and academic report
Coding schedule: 12 hours across four mornings weekly
English tuition: 15 hours weekly
Supervision: Minimum staff-to-student ratio 1:4
Coding + Tech Academy summary
Discovery Summer combines practical coding projects with English communication and a boarding-school experience.
Students work with Python, Turtle Graphics, robotics equipment, and Raspberry Pi, with projects ranging from animations to games and home security systems.
It suits students who want to build technical confidence while collaborating, speaking English, and joining a broad activity program.
What is Coding + Tech Academy?
Coding + Tech Academy is Discovery Summer's residential program combining computer science projects with English learning at Shrewsbury School. Students explore code, robotics, and game design through interactive work with Python, Turtle Graphics, JavaScript, and Raspberry Pi.
The academic experience pairs coding mornings with English Skills, workshops, and presentations. Outside class, students join supervised activities, excursions, and boarding-house life alongside an international community and resident English Student Hosts.
Why Succeed highlights Coding + Tech Academy
Level-specific projects connect programming concepts to animations, robotic arms, games, and home automation.
Coding sits alongside substantial English teaching, giving students repeated opportunities to explain and discuss their work.
Game design includes debugging and constructive peer feedback, encouraging students to improve rather than simply finish a project.
Resident house parents, a minimum 1:4 staffing ratio, and full board provide a structured residential experience.
Who is Coding + Tech Academy for?
Best for
Students who want practical coding challenges alongside English practice, social activities, and supervised residential life.
Not ideal if
You want a coding-only course or unrestricted phone access, because English lessons and campus rules are central to the experience.
Is Coding + Tech Academy worth it?
The strongest value is the combination of practical computing, English communication, and a supervised residential routine. Students interested in both technology and language development can practise technical ideas in a collaborative setting.
The decision depends on whether you want that full experience, since the residential fee also covers accommodation, meals, and activities. Coding is only one part of the schedule, and project choices depend on ability rather than every student completing every advanced task.
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Cost and what is included
From £4,060; includes All tuition and teaching materials., 12 hours of coding and 15 hours of English weekly., Full board accommodation, three daily meals, and snacks., Student folder, academic report, DS certificate, and course photo., Resident English Student Hosts., Excursion transport and entry fees., Daily activities and close residential supervision., Personal laundry for machine-washable clothes., Medical and travel insurance, subject to policy terms., Scheduled airport transfers from Heathrow, Manchester, or Birmingham..
Accommodation
1-4 beds; shared bathrooms
Meals
Three meals daily plus snacks
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2-4 weeks; Shrewsbury School, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Coding + Tech Academy need?
Effort level
Moderate to high during the residential stay.
Best started
Begin family planning at least eight weeks before a future session, allowing time for forms and payments due six weeks before arrival.
Main challenge
Balancing technical projects, English communication, and a busy residential routine.
Typical preparation
Use the English level check to identify the most suitable language class.
Choose coding projects that match your current experience rather than aiming immediately for the advanced track.
Discuss dietary, medical, rooming, and travel needs with your parent or guardian before booking.
Read the residential conduct and phone rules so the campus routine feels familiar.
Useful if
You want to test your interest in coding while developing confidence working with others.
What do students do on Coding + Tech Academy?
You combine level-appropriate coding projects with English study and supervised campus activities. The technical work connects programming to visual animations, physical robotics, games, or home automation.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Complete campus orientation and a written and oral English placement test.
- 2
Develop coding projects during four teaching mornings each week.
- 3
Attend English Skills classes and collaborative workshops.
- 4
Practise debugging and peer feedback through suitable game design projects.
- 5
Take part in end-of-week English workshop presentations.
- 6
Join excursions, evening activities, and supervised boarding-house life.
Coding + Tech Academy dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 22, 3 weeks
1-22 July 2026
Three-week residential option.
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 23, 4 weeks
1-29 July 2026
Four-week residential option.
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 24, 3 weeks
8-29 July 2026
Three-week residential option.
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 25, 2 weeks
15-29 July 2026
Two-week residential option.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 21, 2 weeks | 1-15 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 22, 3 weeks | 1-22 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 23, 4 weeks | 1-29 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 24, 3 weeks | 8-29 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Coding & Tech Academy — Course 25, 2 weeks | 15-29 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Students ages 11-16.
Coding ability from beginner to advanced.
English levels A1-C1.
Beginner English classes only through age 14.
Bookings made by a parent or guardian over 18.
How much does Coding + Tech Academy cost?
Two-week program fee
£4,060 — Full board residential package with coding tuition.
Funding or discounts
- Three-week program fee: £6,090 — Full board residential package with coding tuition.
- Four-week program fee: £8,120 — Full board residential package with coding tuition.
- Residential deposit: £500 — Non-refundable payment toward the fee; full payment applies within six weeks.
- Family discount: 5% — Two or more family members booking courses together.
- Optional Trinity exam: £130 — Spoken English exam charged separately.
What's included
All tuition and teaching materials., 12 hours of coding and 15 hours of English weekly., Full board accommodation, three daily meals, and snacks., Student folder, academic report, DS certificate, and course photo., Resident English Student Hosts., Excursion transport and entry fees., Daily activities and close residential supervision., Personal laundry for machine-washable clothes., Medical and travel insurance, subject to policy terms., Scheduled airport transfers from Heathrow, Manchester, or Birmingham.
How to apply to Coding + Tech Academy
- 1
Use the official booking page to create and activate a guardian account, or complete the residential PDF booking form.
- 2
Provide student, guardian, English-level, medical, dietary, and emergency contact details.
- 3
Select Shrewsbury, the course duration, and your preferred academy for each week.
- 4
Receive confirmation of the requested course arrangements and a payment invoice.
- 5
Pay the £500 deposit, or full fees when booking within six weeks of the start.
- 6
Complete medical and travel forms and pay the remaining balance at least six weeks before arrival.
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What does Coding + Tech Academy cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Turtle Graphics
Create animations with Python's Turtle module while learning programming concepts and efficient code.
Robotic arms
Assemble mechanical components and program sensors while exploring electronics, mechanical design, and JavaScript.
Game design
Build a Python game, identify coding errors, and give constructive feedback on classmates' games.
Home security systems
Explore software development, hardware integration, and cybersecurity through a Python home automation project.
English communication
Develop grammar, reading, writing, listening, and speaking through skills classes, workshops, and presentations.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Coding + Tech Academy?
A typical day during the program.
Coding and tech
Four mornings weekly, totaling 12 hours; sample classes run 09:00-10:30 and 10:50-12:20 on Thursday, Friday, Monday, and Tuesday.
English study
15 weekly hours include English Skills, workshops, and presentations, with sample core slots from 14:00 to 17:30.
Activities and excursions
Two activity mornings and two excursions each week complement the academic schedule.
Residential activities
Sample activities run 19:15-21:15, followed by return to boarding houses and bedtime between 21:15 and 22:00.
Who teaches on Coding + Tech Academy?
English classes are organized by age and written and oral placement results. Resident staff and house parents support students throughout their stay, while English Student Hosts provide opportunities for everyday conversation.
Classes normally have a maximum of 12 international students, with exceptions for level placement.
Where do students stay on Coding + Tech Academy?
Residential plan
- School boarding houses: Students live in comfortable boarding houses on the Shrewsbury campus.
- Full board meals: Three meals a day and snacks are provided, with dietary needs discussed when booking.
- Residential care: Resident house parents and a minimum 1:4 staff-to-student ratio support 24/7 care.
- Campus activities: Facilities include IT suites, sports pitches, a sports hall, a swimming pool, an art studio, and a theater.
Rooms contain one to four beds with shared bathrooms; room requests are considered but not guaranteed.
What happens after Coding + Tech Academy?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Receive a DS certificate and academic report.
Build level-appropriate programming and robotics projects.
Develop debugging and constructive feedback skills.
Practise English communication through workshops and presentations.
Choose the optional Trinity spoken English exam.
The Trinity exam is a separate optional charge.
Where does Coding + Tech Academy take place?
Shrewsbury School sits across the River Severn from Shrewsbury's market town, combining traditional buildings with modern IT and sporting facilities. Manchester and Birmingham airports are approximately 1.5 hours away by road, while Heathrow is around three to four hours away.
Included airport transfers follow published arrival and departure dates and flight-time conditions.
Coding + Tech Academy FAQs
Yes. Coding activities span beginner to advanced levels, including introductory Turtle Graphics and more advanced game design and home security projects. Beginner English classes are offered only through age 14.
The program combines 12 hours of coding and tech across four mornings with 15 hours of English tuition each week. English study includes skills classes, workshops, and end-of-week presentations.
Students stay in Shrewsbury boarding houses with one to four beds per room and shared bathrooms. Resident house parents provide support throughout the stay.
Full board includes three meals a day and snacks. Families should disclose food allergies, intolerances, and dietary requests when booking.
The minimum staff-to-student ratio is 1:4. Residential staff live in the boarding houses, with house parents providing support and a First Aid team available.
Phone use is restricted during lessons, meals, activities, and meetings. Shrewsbury students cannot keep their phones overnight, and WiFi is available at designated times.
The fee includes an academic report, DS certificate, student folder, and course photo. The Trinity spoken English exam is an optional extra costing £130.
Transfers from Heathrow, Manchester, or Birmingham are included on published arrival and departure days for flights scheduled between 09:00 and 16:00. Other transfer arrangements incur additional charges.
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Sean Stevens
Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)
Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, program quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.
Sources & verification
Source types reviewed
- Discovery Summer
- AW _DS_Enrolment_09.qxd
- 2026 Coding & Tech Academy Sample Programme
- 2026 Coding & Tech Academy Information Sheet
- Shrewsbury | Discovery Summer
- Terms & Conditions | Discovery Summer
- Contact Us | Discovery Summer
- Dates & Fees | Discovery Summer
- Frequently Asked Questions | Discovery Summer
- Book Now | Discovery Summer
- Shrewsbury Tech Academy | Discovery Summer
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