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    Coding Camp
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    Coding Camp

    by Ridley College

    Ridley College's introductory Java camp combines guided coding exercises with creative projects, helping students build practical programming and problem-solving skills.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Coding Camp at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    No prior coding experience required

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 13-16

    Location / Region

    Ridley College, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

    Cost

    $450

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Computer ScienceTechnology
    Meals: Daily hot buffet lunch
    Group size: No more than 20 students
    Daily hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
    Project outputs: Calculators, drawings, algorithms, digital pet
    Staff training: First aid, CPR, AED certified

    Coding Camp summary

    Coding Camp introduces Java through clear instruction, guided activities, and creative programming challenges.

    Campers work toward interactive projects such as calculators, drawings, search-and-sort demonstrations, and a digital pet.

    The strongest fit is a student who wants to try text-based programming and learn how to turn logical ideas into working code.

    What is Coding Camp?

    Coding Camp is Ridley College's introductory Java offering within its Explorers camps. It combines computer science fundamentals with practical exercises, helping campers understand both how programs work and how to create their own.

    Students begin with a Hello World program and progress through variables, arrays, methods, user input, and algorithms. Guided activities and creative challenges lead to interactive projects, while brain breaks add variety to the camp experience.

    Why Succeed highlights Coding Camp

    • Java and BlueJ give campers a concrete introduction to text-based programming.

    • The progression from basic syntax to algorithms connects coding exercises to broader computational thinking.

    • Interactive projects give students something practical to develop beyond camp.

    • Small groups, daily lunch, and trained staff provide useful support for a first coding-camp experience.

    Who is Coding Camp for?

    Best for

    Curious students who want a guided introduction to Java and enjoy solving problems through creative projects.

    Not ideal if

    You already write substantial Java programs and want advanced specialization or an intensive software-development course.

    Is Coding Camp worth it?

    Coding Camp is a useful way to test whether Java programming appeals to you. Its practical exercises and interactive projects connect abstract ideas such as variables and algorithms to visible results.

    The main limitation is depth: an introductory camp offers a starting point rather than mastery. Its value will be greater if you keep improving a project afterward and use the experience to choose your next learning step.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $450; includes Java instruction, guided activities, and practical exercises, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley T-shirt.

    Meals

    Daily hot buffet lunch

    Supervision or safety information

    Camp Ridley has full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security. Instructors have standard first aid, CPR, and AED certification and have passed a police record check.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    1 week; Ridley College, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

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    How much preparation does Coding Camp need?

    Effort level

    Moderate, with a full day of camp activities.

    Best started

    Begin planning four to six weeks before your chosen session to coordinate care and travel.

    Main challenge

    Staying patient while working through unfamiliar programming problems.

    Typical preparation

    • Think of a simple calculator or digital-pet idea you would enjoy building.

    • Plan daily transportation around the drop-off and pickup windows.

    • Register for extended care in advance if your family needs it.

    • Prepare two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle for each day.

    Useful if

    You want to explore whether text-based coding suits your interests.

    What do students do on Coding Camp?

    You learn Java through instruction, guided practice, and creative challenges. As the exercises become more complex, you apply programming concepts to interactive digital projects.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Write a first Hello World program and explore basic program structure.

    2. 2

      Practice variables, data types, operators, and user input.

    3. 3

      Use arrays, methods, and parameters to organize your code.

    4. 4

      Experiment with algorithms, searching, sorting, and abstract data types.

    5. 5

      Create interactive projects while practicing readable, well-commented code.

    Coding Camp dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Programme dates

    20-24 July 2026

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Campers must be ages 13 to 16.

    • No prior coding experience is required.

    How much does Coding Camp cost?

    Program fee

    $450 CAD — Five-day Coding day-camp session.

    Funding or discounts

    • Before care: $30 CAD — Optional care from 7:30–8:30 a.m.; advance registration required.
    • After care: $30 CAD — Optional care from 4:00–5:30 p.m.; advance registration required.
    • Combined extended care: $50 CAD — Before and after care for one camp week.

    What's included

    Java instruction, guided activities, and practical exercises, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley T-shirt

    How to apply to Coding Camp

    1. 1

      Follow Ridley's camp-registration link to its CampBrain portal.

    2. 2

      Create an account under sign-up, or sign in with your existing email and password.

    3. 3

      Choose the age-appropriate Coding offering from the camp options.

    4. 4

      Register separately for optional extended care in advance.

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    What does Coding Camp cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Java fundamentals

    Practice variables, data types, operators, and user input through introductory coding exercises.

    Program structure

    Use arrays, methods, and parameters while learning to write readable, well-commented code.

    Algorithms and data

    Explore algorithms, search and sort techniques, and abstract data types.

    Interactive projects

    Apply Java and BlueJ to projects such as calculators, drawings, and a digital pet.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Coding Camp?

    A typical day during the program.

    Drop off

    Explorers campers arrive at B Squad, in front of Lower School.

    Camp activities

    Each day combines coding instruction, guided exercises, creative challenges, brain breaks, and lunch.

    Pickup

    Families collect campers from the designated pickup area.

    Extended care

    Optional before and after care takes place in the Fieldhouse and requires advance registration.

    Who teaches on Coding Camp?

    Camp Ridley uses qualified, trained staff, and its instructors are certified in standard first aid, CPR, and AED use. Instructors have also passed a police record check.

    Camp groups have no more than 20 students.

    Where do students stay on Coding Camp?

    Residential plan

    • Optional boarding package: Coding is listed among Day Camp Boarding choices, with shared accommodation in a Ridley boarding house.
    • Boarding meals and supervision: The boarding package includes three meals daily, snacks, and 24-hour supervision by qualified boarding staff.
    • Boarding activities: The separate boarding experience includes guided evening and weekend activities and regional excursions.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day-camp attendance: Campers attend campus during the day, with optional extended care in the Fieldhouse.
    • Dining-hall lunch: Daily buffet lunch includes hot meat and vegetarian choices, a sandwich and salad bar, and fresh fruit.
    • Medical and security support: Full-time nursing staff and 24/7 campus security support the camp environment.

    Boarding is a separate package; the Coding day-camp fee covers daytime participation.

    What happens after Coding Camp?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Build a collection of interactive Java projects.

    Gain confidence using Java, BlueJ, and Java libraries.

    Develop problem-solving, logic, and computational thinking.

    Establish a foundation for continued programming practice.

    Where does Coding Camp take place?

    Coding Camp takes place at Ridley College, 2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, Ontario, in Canada's Niagara Region. Explorers campers use the B Squad arrival and dismissal area in front of Lower School; rainy-day arrangements move inside the Fieldhouse.

    Families receive pickup-location maps one week before camp.

    Coding Camp FAQs

    No prior experience is required. The camp introduces Java through step-by-step instruction and practical exercises.

    Campers use Java, BlueJ, and key Java libraries. They learn programming fundamentals before building more complex interactive projects.

    Examples include simple calculators, drawings, search-and-sort demonstrations, and a digital pet.

    Camp runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Standard drop-off is 8:30–9:00 a.m., and pickup is 3:30–4:00 p.m.

    Campers receive a daily buffet lunch with hot meat and vegetarian options, a sandwich and salad bar, and fresh fruit. Campers should bring two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle.

    Extended care requires advance registration. Before care runs 7:30–8:30 a.m., and after care runs 4:00–5:30 p.m.; the combined weekly fee is $50 CAD.

    Camp Ridley has full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security. Instructors have standard first aid, CPR, and AED certification and have passed a police record check.

    Ridley lists Coding among its Day Camp Boarding choices. Boarding is a separate package with shared accommodation, three meals daily, snacks, excursions, and supervised campus living.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Login | Ridley College
    • Boarding Camps | Ridley College
    • Summer Day Camps Overview | Ridley College
    • Apply to Ridley College | Ridley College
    • Explorers Camps (Ages 13 to 16) | Ridley College

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