You’ve found a coding class your child might love, but the price says “on request”. Or you have three quotes that can’t be compared: one per term, one per month and one per class. This guide explains how coding classes for kids are priced in the UAE, what really changes the cost, what we charge at iCodejr, and how your child can start for free.
Quick answer: Coding classes for kids in Dubai and the UAE are sold per term, per month, per class or as camps, so headline prices rarely compare like for like. The fairest test is the price of one class, how long it lasts, and how many children share the teacher. At iCodejr, the first class is free. After that, live one-to-one online classes cost AED 60 to AED 75 each (plus VAT), depending on the package size. Good free tools, such as Scratch and our own Bloqi, let children try coding before you pay for anything.
How are coding classes for kids priced in the UAE?
You’ll usually see one of five pricing models. Each suits a different kind of family, and each comes with a question worth asking first:
| How it’s sold | What you usually get | Suits | Ask before you pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per term | A weekly group class at a centre or school club, paid upfront | Children who like a fixed routine with friends | How many children share one teacher? |
| Monthly subscription | A set number of classes each month, often in a group | Families who want to pay as they go | Does it renew automatically? Do unused classes carry over? |
| Package of classes | A block of classes you book when it suits you | Busy weeks, one-to-one learning | Can you switch subjects? How long is the package meant to last? |
| Camps and workshops | Several days of activities in a school break | Trying a new topic in the holidays | How many hours a day? What’s included? |
| Recorded courses | Videos and exercises your child works through alone | Older, self-motivated children | Who helps when your child is stuck? |
What changes the price of a coding class?
- Group or one-to-one. A group class costs less per child, but the teacher’s time is shared. In a one-to-one class, the teacher watches every step your child takes and explains each mistake as it happens.
- Live or recorded. Recorded courses are the cheapest, but nobody is there to answer a question at the moment it comes up.
- Class length. A 50-minute class and a 90-minute class aren’t the same product. Work out what each hour costs instead of looking only at the class price.
- Subject and equipment. Robotics needs a kit. Ask whether it’s included, charged separately, or bought by you.
- How much you buy at once. Larger packages and longer terms usually bring the price per class down.
- Extras. Registration fees, materials, certificates and VAT can add to the headline price, so ask what’s included.
A simple way to compare any two offers: divide the total by the number of classes, then think about how much of the teacher’s attention your child gets in each one. A cheaper group class shared by eight children can work out dearer per minute of real help than a one-to-one class.
What does iCodejr cost?
Every class in our packages is live, online and one-to-one: one teacher and one child, for 50 minutes (40 minutes for ages 5–6). Instead of a monthly fee, you choose a package of class credits, and one credit pays for one class. Prices are in UAE dirhams and don’t include 5% VAT:
| Package | Classes | Price per class | Lasts about |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet | 24 | AED 75 | 3–4 months |
| Captain | 48 | AED 70 | 5–6 months |
| Colonel | 96 | AED 65 | 9–12 months |
| General | 144 | AED 60 | 18–24 months |
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One package covers every subject, so the same credits pay for any of our courses in coding, robotics, AI or maths, and your child can change course without buying a new plan. Classes run in English or Arabic, in the morning, afternoon, evening or at weekends, and certificates are awarded for each module your child completes.
For online robotics classes, children start with the coding the robot will need, and we ship the kit to families in the UAE in the meantime. The kit is charged at cost, separately from classes. Families outside the UAE get a link to a suitable kit they can buy locally. Holiday camps are priced on their own, from AED 400 a month for 8 sessions.
VIP programme. iCodejr VIP is our premium service, with senior instructors, written progress reports after classes and a dedicated relationship manager. It’s the only option we also teach in person: from AED 125 an hour online, or from AED 250 an hour at your home.
“I think the biggest compliment I can give is that my son never complains about attending class. He actually enjoys it.”
— Rania T., parent of Yusuf
Are there scholarships or discounts?
Yes. Children with A grades or 90% and above can apply for our Academic Excellence Scholarship, which takes a share off every class. The bigger the package, the bigger the discount:
| Package | Scholarship discount |
|---|---|
| Cadet | 20% |
| Captain | 30% |
| Colonel | 40% |
| General | 50% |
The scholarship is open to new and existing students, in the UAE and abroad. We also run seasonal offers a few times a year (see the box above), so it’s worth asking what’s on before you choose a package.
Can my child try a coding class for free?
Yes. Your child’s first iCodejr class is free, and it can be coding, robotics or AI. The teacher works one-to-one with your child on a small project, gets a sense of their level, and suggests where they should start. You’ll see how your child gets on with a real teacher before spending anything. Our guide to coding trial classes explains what happens in the class and what to look out for.
Not sure yet? Try one class first
Book a free one-to-one class in coding, robotics or AI. Your child builds something small with a teacher, live online, and you get an honest recommendation on where to start. No payment needed.
Free ways for kids to learn coding
You don’t need to pay anything to find out whether your child enjoys coding. These are free and safe for children:
| Free option | Ages | What it’s good for |
|---|---|---|
| ScratchJr (tablet app) | 5–7 | First steps: picture blocks that make characters move and talk |
| Scratch | 8–16 | Games, animations and stories. Our free Scratch game tutorials walk through 18 projects |
| Bloqi | Any age | Our own browser-based coding space: Jr Blocks, Bloqi Studio and an AI Sandbox, free for every child |
| Teachable Machine | 7+ | Training a simple AI model with pictures, sounds or poses |
| Python | 10+ | Free to install. Our Python for kids guide shows how to start at home |
| Code Battle | Grades 1–12 | iCodejr’s inter-school hackathon for school teams, held every year and always free to enter |
Free tools are a great way to start. Children usually get stuck at the next step: a bug they can’t fix, or no idea what to build next. That’s when a teacher is worth paying for, because a class turns one-off experiments into steady progress. Our guides to Scratch for kids and AI for kids have more free ideas.
“The teacher really understands how to keep my child interested. Even when something is difficult, the class never feels stressful.”
— Amal S., parent of Adam
What to ask before you pay for coding classes
Whichever provider you’re considering, these questions make prices easier to compare:
- What’s the price per class, and how long is each class?
- How many children share one teacher?
- Is the class live or recorded, and who helps between classes?
- Is there a free trial, and do you need to pay anything to book it?
- What if your child misses a class, or decides it’s not for them?
- Are kits, materials, certificates or VAT extra?
For a wider checklist, read how to choose coding classes for kids in the UAE, or see our guide to the best coding classes for kids in Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
How much do coding classes for kids cost in Dubai?
It depends on the format. Group classes are usually sold by the term or month, camps by the week or month, and one-to-one lessons per class. To compare fairly, work out the price of one class and how many children share the teacher. iCodejr’s live one-to-one classes cost AED 60 to AED 75 each plus VAT, and the first class is free.
How much does iCodejr charge per class?
From AED 60 to AED 75 per 50-minute class, plus VAT, depending on the package: AED 75 with 24 classes, AED 70 with 48, AED 65 with 96 and AED 60 with 144.
Is iCodejr a monthly subscription?
No. Classes are sold as packages of class credits: you choose the package size, book classes at times that suit you, and larger packages cost less per class.
Where can kids find free coding classes in the UAE?
Yes. Free tools such as ScratchJr, Scratch, Bloqi and Teachable Machine are a good start at home, and Code Battle, our inter-school hackathon, is free to enter. At iCodejr, the first class is also free.
Do you have a self-paced coding course for kids?
Our classes are live and one-to-one with a teacher, not recorded. For self-guided practice at home, children can use free tools like ScratchJr, Scratch and our own Bloqi space in the browser.
Do you teach in person or at home?
Our class packages are all taught online. In-person teaching at your home is part of our premium VIP programme, from AED 250 an hour.
Is there really no charge for the first class?
None at all. The first class is one-to-one, in coding, robotics or AI, and you don’t pay anything to book it.
Can one package cover coding, robotics and AI?
Yes. One credit pays for one class in any iCodejr course, so your child can mix subjects or switch from Scratch to Python or robotics.
Is the robotics kit included in the price?
No. The kit is charged separately, at cost. We ship it to families in the UAE while your child learns the coding basics first, so there’s no waiting.
Do you offer scholarships?
We do. Our Academic Excellence Scholarship gives students with A grades, or 90% and above, between 20% and 50% off, and the discount grows with the package size.
What happens if my child doesn’t like the classes?
Talk to us. We offer a money-back guarantee: if the programme isn’t the right fit, we’ll work with you to put it right or arrange a refund under our policy.
How long does a package last?
On a typical schedule, 24 classes last about 3–4 months, 48 about 5–6 months, 96 about 9–12 months and 144 about 18–24 months.
Ready to see what your child can do? Book their free class today, or explore all our online coding, robotics and AI classes for kids.
