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Master Programming, AI and Tech That Shapes Tomorrow

Artificial Intelligence and technology are transforming the world — we make it accessible, exciting, and responsible. We explore robotics and web programming, building real-world skills with critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital responsibility at their core. The essential toolkit for today's youth to thrive and lead in tomorrow's world.

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Upcoming Courses

Launching new courses this autumn—limited places.

Starts 10 Nov in Alford · 3 months Mondays 17:45 · 1 hour Ages 9-14 £49/mo

Digital Makers and Creators - Level 1

A hands-on, beginner-friendly course where students learn by building, coding, and designing. Over three months we'll lay solid foundations in web programming and creative tech while working safely and responsibly online. Level 1 provides the core skills we'll build on in future levels.

  • 🤖 Build & code a small robot together
  • 💻 Web foundations: HTML, CSS & JavaScript
  • ⌨️ Typing & coordination drills every session
  • 🧠 Problem-solving & debugging habits
  • 🎨 Creative tools: Canva
  • 🤝 AI skills: ChatGPT & prompt-engineering basics
  • 🔒 Best practices & safety: responsible online behaviour
  • 🌱 Level 1 = foundations for future modules
Book your space Small groups • Supportive & fun • No prior experience required
For the best learning experience, courses run with small student numbers. Limited spaces available.

Our Vision

We are committed to equipping youth with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world safely—especially in the realms of gaming and social media. Our mission is to inspire creativity, spark innovation, and empower future changemakers who will build a better tomorrow.

Beyond technology, we nurture critical thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, and collaboration — essential skills often left out of traditional education but vital for success in today’s fast-changing world. By fostering these mindsets, we not only prepare young people for thriving futures, but also contribute to building a more innovative, responsible, and connected World.

Our approach is inclusive and community-focused. We believe in the power of technology to bring people together, spark curiosity, and create opportunities for all. Through our courses, we aim to make digital education accessible, engaging, and relevant for everyone, regardless of their background or experience level.

Areas taught

AI Course

Artificial Intelligence

Students explore AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL·E, Canva's AI features, and Google Gemini, learning prompt engineering and gaining insight into how intelligent systems work. We teach young people to use AI safely, creatively, and responsibly. Understanding AI is no longer optional — it is a core skill for the future and for the present, building critical thinking, digital confidence, and opening doors to future tech careers in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.

Web Development Course

Programming: Web Development

Kids learn to build modern websites using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, and Canva. They'll also explore AI tools, the cloud, and how websites stay secure. This course blends creativity and code, giving children confidence to be digital creators and future-ready innovators.

Web Security Course

Online Safety & Cybersecurity

A must-have course for today's kids. We cover online safety for gaming, social media, and everyday browsing. Children learn about cybersecurity fundamentals, common threats, and best practices to protect their devices and personal info. This course empowers young users to stay secure and smart online.

Robotics Course

Robotics & Coding

Students will explore the exciting world of robotics by building and coding a small robot together in class. They'll learn how to control motors, lights, and sensors through simple programming and teamwork. This hands-on experience introduces key engineering, logic, and problem-solving skills in a fun and age-appropriate way, providing the perfect first step into robotics and future technologies.

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About Us

We are a family-run business with over a decade of combined professional experience. Our mission is to support the local community by helping young people become safer and smarter online, especially when using social media or gaming platforms. We guide them to develop their confidence and technical ability in a way that is both safe and future-focused.

We offer a structured and supportive approach to digital education — tailored to help children of different ages build strong foundations in technology, creativity, and responsible online behaviour. While our current focus is on youth, our format and values are designed to grow with our learners, making it just as relevant for older children and teens, and expandable in the future to support adults as well.

Tom

Tom

Master's degree qualified and Microsoft Azure certified, with nearly a decade of experience across local and global tech companies. Currently managing a team of engineers, with a focus on technical leadership, coaching, and project delivery.

Sylvia

Sylvia

Master's degree qualified with several years of hands-on experience, working within a large company's agile engineering team, following SCRUM practices and contributing to high-quality software delivery.

How it works

Structured Learning

Our courses are broken down into structured stages that build on one another in a clear, logical way. This helps children learn at a pace that suits them, while staying focused and motivated. Each stage introduces new challenges and reinforces earlier skills, giving learners a sense of momentum and mastery as they progress. Parents can track their child’s development clearly and see consistent, meaningful progress over time.

Earn Badges

As students complete key stages, they earn digital badges that represent their skills, effort, and progress. These badges are designed to encourage a sense of achievement while also reinforcing positive learning habits like perseverance, responsibility, and curiosity. For children, they make the learning journey more engaging and rewarding. For parents, they offer tangible markers of success and growth.

Progress & Explore

Our system gives learners the ability to move beyond the basics and explore more advanced content or even different tech subjects as their confidence grows. Whether they want to dive deeper into coding, AI, cybersecurity, or creative tools, they can build their own learning path through our structured yet flexible curriculum. This ensures every child feels challenged but supported, regardless of their starting point.

Showcase & CV Value

Our badges and completion certificates aren’t just internal rewards — they can be added to a CV, college application, or personal portfolio to demonstrate initiative and digital competency. This not only boosts a young learner’s confidence but also sets them apart in the eyes of future educators and employers. Parents can feel reassured knowing their child’s time online is contributing to valuable, real-world growth.

Why It Matters

  • Gives children real-world tech skills in a structured, age-appropriate way
  • Teaches how to stay safe online, in games, on social media, and on devices
  • Builds digital confidence, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making
  • Badges and achievements can be added to CVs, applications, and portfolios
  • Encourages curiosity, creativity, and healthy screen time habits
  • Guided by professionals with experience in education and the tech industry
  • Supports future career opportunities and long-term success
  • Fun, motivating, and designed to grow with the learner
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What Parents Are Saying

The team at IT Raccoons is so friendly and welcoming.

Peter
★★★★★

I am really excited about starting to learn IT with IT Raccoons. This is an important skill, and the team is amazing.

Sarah
★★★★★

I really enjoy learning IT and web programming. I also enjoy the structured way it is delivered. This helps me progress with confidence.

Jamie
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