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Typing and computer basics: the quiet first step to coding
A child who types slowly spends their effort hunting for keys instead of thinking about code. A few weeks of typing practice makes every later class easier.
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What it is
Typing and computer basics for children in plain words
Children learn the home row, correct finger positions and accuracy before speed. They also learn files, folders, safe browsing and how to use a keyboard and mouse comfortably.
Availability. Teachers in our network teach this. Tell us the age and level and we match a teacher and confirm the schedule before anything is booked.
What children build
- A typed paragraph with few mistakes
- A folder system for school work
- A short typed story
- A speed and accuracy chart that improves
- A safe browsing checklist
What they learn
- Touch typing
- Accuracy before speed
- Files and folders
- Safe and kind online behaviour
A learning path
From first lesson to your own project
- 01Week 1 to 2: Home row
Slow, accurate practice, ten minutes a day.
- 02Week 3 to 4: Whole keyboard
Add rows and common words.
- 03Month 2: Accuracy and speed
Typing races and tests.
- 04Then: First coding
Scratch or Python once typing is comfortable.
Try it free
Start without paying
Ready? A child who can type a short sentence without hunting for keys is ready for text-based coding.
Live online course
Typing and computer basics: 16 live classes
8 weeks, 2 a week, from ₹299 a class in India (small group). See the week-by-week plan, the price for your country and how the demo class works.
FAQ
Typing and computer basics for children: questions parents ask
At what age should children learn to type?
From about 7 or 8, with short, fun sessions.
Is typing needed for coding?
It makes text-based coding much easier, so yes, it helps.
Do you teach typing?
Our typing lessons are free on this site. We can include typing in coding classes.
Other types
More coding classes
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Tell us your child's age and level. We suggest where to begin and confirm the format and schedule before anything is booked.
- Tell us the learner’s age or grade and goals
- We’ll suggest a suitable class or learning path
- We’ll confirm format, timing and fees with a parent or guardian
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