Last updated: October 2026 · Written by the iCodejr Academy team
Quick answer: The iCodejr Academic Excellence Scholarship takes 20% to 50% off our live 1-on-1 coding, AI and robotics classes for students aged 5 to 18 who get A grades or 90%+ at school. The longer the plan, the bigger the discount, up to 50% on our General plan. It’s open all year to new and existing students in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, the rest of the UAE and abroad.
Most scholarships you’ll come across in the UAE are for university students. If you’ve ever looked for coding scholarships for kids in Dubai, or any scholarship for a school-age child, you’ll know how little there is. Few programs reward children for doing well now, while they’re still working out what they enjoy.
We wanted to do something about that for our own students. So if your child is bringing home A grades, we’ll take up to half off the cost of learning to code with us. There’s no essay, no entrance test and no deadline. You send us their latest school report, and within two working days we’ll tell you what they qualify for.
Here’s how it works.
Key facts
- Name: iCodejr Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Who can apply: students aged 5 to 18 with A grades or 90%+ at school, new or existing
- Where: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the UAE, plus students worldwide (all classes are live online)
- Discount: 20% (Cadet), 30% (Captain), 40% (Colonel) or 50% (General)
- Covers: every iCodejr program. Plan credits work across coding, AI and robotics.
- Not covered: robotics hardware, which is charged at cost
- Answer within: 2 working days
- Deadline: none. Apply whenever suits you.
What is the Academic Excellence Scholarship?
It’s a merit scholarship for school students: children who do well academically pay less for iCodejr classes, and the discount grows with the plan you choose.
Nothing else about the classes changes. Scholarship students have the same instructors, the same live 1-on-1 lessons and the same curriculum as everyone else. There’s no separate “scholarship group” and no reduced number of sessions.
Why do we reward school grades?
Partly because it’s fair. A child who has put the work in at school deserves some credit for it.
There’s a practical reason too. Coding rewards the same habits that good grades do: concentrating, practising, and not giving up when something doesn’t work the first time. A child who already has those habits usually finds the jump from block coding in Scratch to typing real Python a lot less daunting. We’d rather that child spend their time building things than have their parents spend weeks deciding whether the fees are worth it.
Who is eligible for the scholarship?
Your child can apply if they:
- are between 5 and 18 years old
- got A grades or 90%+ on their most recent school report. If their school doesn’t give grades yet (common in KG and the early primary years), an equivalent top rating such as “exceeding expectations” counts.
- are a new or existing iCodejr student. Existing students can use it when they renew or move to their next plan.
- live in the UAE or abroad. Classes are online, so location doesn’t matter.
They don’t need any coding experience. Every program starts from the beginning.
How much is the scholarship worth?
It depends on the plan. Shorter plans get a smaller discount, and our longest plan, General, gets the full 50%.
| Plan | Sessions | Duration | Full price | Scholarship | You pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet | 24 | 3–4 months | AED 1,800 | 20% | AED 1,440 |
| Captain | 48 | 5–6 months | AED 3,360 | 30% | AED 2,352 |
| Colonel | 96 | 9–12 months | AED 6,240 | 40% | AED 3,744 |
| General | 144 | 18–24 months | AED 8,640 | 50% | AED 4,320 |
On the General plan, that brings a live 1-on-1 session down from AED 60 to AED 30.
What can my child learn with it?
Our plans work on credits, so the scholarship isn’t tied to a single course. A child can start with Scratch, move on to Python, then spend a few months on robotics, all within the same plan.
What that looks like by age:
- 5–6 years: ScratchJr, with simple sequencing and cause-and-effect projects on a tablet
- 7–10 years: Scratch (including games that use AI object recognition), Minecraft coding, Sprite Lab game design and first micro:bit projects
- 11 and up: Python, JavaScript, web development, game creation and generative AI
- Robotics, any age: micro:bit sensors and hands-on robotics projects
Classes are live and 1-on-1, 40 minutes for KG-1 (ages 5–6) and 50 minutes from age 7, booked at times that work around school. The only thing the scholarship doesn’t cover is hardware: robotics kits such as micro:bit boards are charged at cost. You can see every program on our courses page.
How do I apply for a coding scholarship in Dubai?
- Book a free trial class. Book your child’s free trial. It’s the easiest way to see which program suits them.
- Send us their latest school report. Mention the scholarship when you book, or send the report on WhatsApp. A photo or PDF is fine.
- We confirm within 2 working days. Our team checks the report and confirms that your child qualifies.
- Pick a plan. Choose Cadet, Captain, Colonel or General, and the scholarship price is applied.
If you’d like to ask something first, get in touch with our team.
Does the scholarship renew?
Yes. When you renew or move to the next plan, send us your child’s latest report. If it still shows A grades or 90%+, the scholarship carries over.
A few tips before the trial class
You don’t need to prepare your child, but a few things help:
- Have the report ready. It’s the only document we ask for.
- Try Scratch for 20 minutes beforehand if they’ve never coded. Not to practise, just so the screen isn’t completely new.
- Let your child drive the trial. Encourage them to ask questions and try things, even if they get it wrong.
- Keep it manageable. Once classes start, one or two sessions a week fits comfortably alongside school.
Taking it further: competitions and hackathons
Some students want to test what they’ve learned against others. AI competitions in the UAE and school hackathons are good places to do that. They also give your child finished projects to talk about later, whether that’s in a school interview or a university application.
Coding scholarships for kids in Dubai: frequently asked questions
What is the iCodejr Academic Excellence Scholarship?
A merit scholarship that gives students aged 5 to 18 with A grades or 90%+ at school between 20% and 50% off iCodejr’s live 1-on-1 coding, AI and robotics classes.
Who is eligible?
Students aged 5 to 18 with A grades or 90%+ on their latest school report, or an equivalent top rating for younger children. New and existing students can apply, in the UAE or anywhere else.
How much can we save?
20% on the Cadet plan, 30% on Captain, 40% on Colonel and 50% on General. On the General plan, the price drops from AED 8,640 to AED 4,320.
How do I apply for a coding scholarship in Dubai?
Book a free trial class and send us your child’s latest school report. We’ll confirm within 2 working days, and then you choose your plan.
How long does it take to hear back?
Within 2 working days of receiving the school report.
Can existing iCodejr students apply?
Yes. Existing students can use the scholarship when they renew or move to their next plan.
Does the scholarship renew?
Yes, as long as your child’s latest school report still shows A grades or 90%+ when you renew.
Does it cover robotics kits?
No. It covers course fees for all programs, but robotics hardware is charged at cost.
Can it be combined with other offers?
No. The scholarship can’t be combined with other discounts or promotions.
Is there a deadline?
No. It’s a rolling scholarship, so you can apply at any time of year.
Does my child need coding experience?
No. The scholarship is based on school results, and every program starts from the basics.
Are scholarship classes any different?
No. Scholarship students get the same live 1-on-1 classes, instructors and curriculum as everyone else.
Ready to apply?
If your child is doing well at school, it’s worth ten minutes to find out what they qualify for. Book a free trial class and tell us you’d like to apply for the Academic Excellence Scholarship.
About iCodejr Academy: iCodejr Academy runs live 1-on-1 coding, AI and robotics classes for children aged 5 to 18 in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the UAE, with students joining from abroad too. Every family can start with a free trial class.
