Summer Holidays Code Camp in the Hills District ⛰️
We’re excited to be running our Hills District Code Camp at our new Kellyville venue this January. This Hills District coding camp is ideal for families in Norwest, Castle Hill, Kellyville, Baulkham Hills, Rouse Hill and Seven Hills looking for a serious (but fun) school holiday coding option. Here’s what we’ve planned:
Location:
⚠️ Venue update for Hills camp this summer
Our Hills District camp has moved from the Norwest venue to Kellyville Adventist Church – The Treehouse 🚸
Kellyville Adventist Church - The Treehouse (level 1)
4 Gum Nut Close
North Kellyville, NSW 2155
Dates : to
Time: 9am to 4pm
Lunch: Lunch and morning tea provided
Camps (planned):
Week 1 (Jan 12 - 16)
- Mon-Tue - Code Foundations
- Wed-Fri - Creative Coders
- Mon-Fri - From Beginner to Builder
- Mon-Tue - Advanced Python
- Wed-Fri - Advanced Godot
- Mon-Fri - Advanced Coder
Dates & Structure
| Program | Dates | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Code Foundations 2Day | Jan 12–13 | Python fundamentals & creative mini-projects For new coders (typically school years 4–7, in 2026) |
| Creative Coders 3Day | Jan 14–16 | Game development with Godot For returning code warriors, or students with some coding experience |
| From Beginner to Builder 5Day | Jan 12–16 | Start with Python, finish with your own game For For highly motivated coders |
| Advanced Python 2Day | Jan 19–20 | Level up your Python skills through real-world problem solving and creative coding For Students with some Python experience |
| Advanced Godot 3Day | Jan 21–23 | Game development for creators ready to push Godot to the next level For Students with some Godot coding experience |
| Advanced Coder 5Day | Jan 19–23 | Game development for creators ready to push Godot to the next level For Students with Python and Godot experience |
What Students Learn
- Foundational coding concepts: variables, loops, functions, logic
- Building simple programs and games in Python
- Introduction to game creation with Godot
- Team challenges, design sessions, and unplugged coding games
Every student finishes camp with their own project and newfound confidence as a young developer.
Device Options
BYOD – Bring Your Own Device
Bring your own Windows or Mac Laptop, or your own Raspberry Pi 5. Note: please check the FAQ at the bottom of this page for specifications and setup requirements for personal devices.
PP5 – Purchase a PI5 (Raspberry Pi)
Build and program your own Raspberry Pi 5 computer, then take it home at the end of camp! The PP5 option includes a complete Raspberry Pi 5 kit, carefully selected for reliability and compatibility with our camp projects, and provided for each student to use and keep.
CD - Camp Device (limited availability)
For students who don’t have access to a laptop and prefer not to purchase a Pi 5, we have a limited number of Camp Devices available for use during camp.
Note: We use a lot of pair-based learning. If two friends or family members attend together they can share a single laptop or Pi.
Price
| Program | Duration Days | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Code Foundations | 2 days | $240 |
| Creative Coders | 3 days | $330 |
| From Beginner to Builder | 5 days | $520 |
| Advanced Python | 2 days | $240 |
| Advanced Godot | 3 days | $330 |
| Advanced Coder (Python + Godot) | 5 days | $520 |
| PP5 Raspberry Pi 5 cost addition | - | $220 |
Note: A limited number of sponsored seats are available for students who show a strong interest in coding but face financial barriers. If you’d like to learn more, please email Simon using the details on our Contact Page with a short note about your child’s interest in coding.
Safety & Supervision
All adult instructors hold valid Working With Children Checks. For some sessions, senior high-school students take the lead or provide one-on-one mentoring, bringing fresh peer-to-peer energy to the camp. These activities are always closely supervised by an experienced adult instructor.
Snapshot from Spring Hills Code Camp
See more photos from our Spring 2025 camp on our
CodeWarriors Facebook pageRegister
To secure your child’s place:
Camps will only run where there’s sufficient interest, so please register early to help confirm the Hills camp program.
The instructors
Philip Senger and Simon Forwood are returning to lead the 2025 Summer Code Camps. Both bring deep experience from senior tech roles in Australia and overseas, and share a passion for programming, teaching, and mentoring. They’ll be joined by enthusiastic high school code warriors providing peer-to-peer guidance throughout the camp.
FAQ
Has the Hills venue changed?
Yes — for the Summer 2025 camps, our Hills District Code Camps will be held at Kellyville Adventist Church – The Treehouse, replacing our previous Norwest location.
Do students need coding experience?
Not at all! Our Code Foundations course is designed for complete beginners. We start with the basics and build confidence step by step, so every student can experience the fun of creating something with code.
Which program is right for my child?
Ref this section
Should students pack lunch?
No need. We provide lunch and morning tea.
Be sure to let us know if your child has any special dietary requirements or allergies.
Why has the price increased?
Our Spring camps were a huge success — but we realised our pricing was too low to keep the program sustainable. After paying venue and mentor costs, there was little left to support the preparation and resources that make each camp possible.We’ve adjusted our prices for Summer 2025 so we can fairly support our instructors, maintain small group ratios, and keep using quality venues — while still offering great value.Our goal is to keep these updated prices consistent for all CodeWarriors camps throughout 2026, so families can plan with confidence.
For BYOD, what kind of device does my child need?
Students can bring a Windows 11 laptop or a Mac — both work great for our coding tools. Unfortunately, we can’t support Chromebooks or iPads as they don’t allow the software we use to be installed.
Please make sure your child can log in to their device using an account with permission to install software — we’ll help them set up what they need on the first day of camp.
Can two students share one device?
Yes — for many activities we encourage kids to work in pairs. Friends or siblings are welcome to work together on a single device.
Are you teaching any AI related topics?
In the Summer Creative Coders, we’ll introduce ways to use AI as a tool to support and enhance students’ coding — not replace it. Our main focus remains helping students build strong foundations and confidence in their own code.
Can students arrive earlier than 9am?
We'll be there from 8:30am, so students can arrive from 8:30am
Can my child attend only in the mornings or afternoons?
Whilst we don't provide an option for this on the registration or checkout forms, we may be able to support your particular schedule requirement. Contact Us to discuss this requirement.
