Toronto's Top After-School STEM Programs for Kids Ages 4 - 17

A complete STEM journey, designed to build thinkers, creators, and innovators in the age of AI and rapid tech change.

STEM LEARNING JOURNEY

FROM BLOCKS TO AI

A complete STEM journey for kids and teens. At Code-it Hacks Kids, students progress through a structured, year-round pathway, an after-school program in our Toronto studio, combining hands-on building with real coding, robotics, AI, and maker projects. We teach kids more than just tools, guiding them to think, design, test, iterate, and communicate so they can move from their first robot to advanced AI projects with confidence.

Code-it Hacks Kids offers a comprehensive STEM journey for K-12 students in Toronto, where hands-on and play-based learning fosters a love of learning and an ability to embrace technology.

3 TRACKS - Continuous Learning

SPARKLAB

Ages 4 - 7

A 2-year STEM JOURNEY

Early play-based foundations

SPARK LAB is where curiosity begins. Through playful STEM learning with LEGO® robotics, storytelling, early logic (coding), algorithms, circuits, and engineering, children explore patterns, sequencing, and creative problem-solving. Each year builds confidence in computational thinking and engineering basics while nurturing creativity and collaboration.

IGNITELAB

Ages 8 - 12

A 4 - 5 year STEM JOURNEY

Skill building - Core + Specialized

IGNITE LAB is a structured, hands-on program where kids learn to design applications, games, build robots, and invent gadgets while strengthening their problem-solving and engineering skills. Across two core years and multiple advanced specialized tracks, students spiral through coding, robotics, circuits, and maker challenges, gaining confidence, resilience, creativity, and building an impressive project portfolio.

PIONEERSLAB

TEENS Ages 13+

A 4 - 5 year STEM JOURNEY

Advanced innovation & specialization​

PIONEER LAB is where students take the next leap in STEM. In their first year, they build essential coding and computer science foundations through hands-on projects in robotics, circuits, and digital design. After that, students branch into specializations such as AI & Machine Learning, Game Development, 3D Animation, Virtual Reality, or Maker Engineering.

Why a Structured Year-Round STEM After-School Program Matters

The careers of the future won’t look like today’s jobs. AI, robotics, automation, and digital transformation are reshaping every industry. A structured, year-round after-school STEM program gives your child consistent time to explore ideas, build, and reflect, turning curiosity into durable, future-ready skills.

  • Build resilience through debugging and iteration
  • Learn engineering and design principles hands-on
  • Develop computational thinking and logical problem-solving
  • Grow confidence to present and share ideas

One-off programs are replaced with a clear pathway that blends rigour with a maker mindset, balancing hardware and software. Through weekly, project-based practice, students build confidence and learn to navigate a rapidly changing world by developing problem-solving, design thinking, and collaboration habits that transfer to both school and life.

How We Nurture Curiosity?

  • Inquiry‑led prompts: “What happens if…?” “How might we…?”
  • Rapid prototyping: quick builds, test, iterate, try again
  • Choice + voice: students pick themes (games, art, space, nature) to personalize projects
  • Reflection: short share‑outs, design journals, and demo days

Students work towards CAPSTONE project for the year-end STEM FESTIVAL

SKILLS THAT TRANSFER

Our fresh, in-depth curriculum is designed to provide stepping stones to future success in any field, such as engineering, medicine, design, or careers we cannot yet imagine.

  • Logical & Computational Thinking
  • Engineering Design Process​.
  • Adaptability in the age of AI​
  • Collaboration & Presentation Skills

"Learning to write programs stretches your mind and helps you think better, creates a way of thinking about things that I think is helpful in all domains."
— Bill Gates, Co-founder of Microsoft

TESTIMONIALS

Praise Testimonials

Tory Crowder
19 Dec 2017
My daughter attended Code-it Hacks for the first time in the fall. We had an amazing experience.

Renee Wong
03 Jan 2020
My son loves the courses, (coding and robotic). The teachers made the whole learning experience enjoyable.

Lisa D
03 Feb 2018
My 9 yr old daughter is completing her third session with Code It Hacks and absolutely loves it.

Shawn Thomas
22 Jan 2018
My 9 year old daughter loves Code it Hacks. These computer skills are going to be key for her future.

Toronto-based, trusted by families since 2016

  • Pathway-based programs with a comprehensive curriculum for kids K-12
  • Teaching the most foundational computational skills using the coolest TECH
  • Small class sizes for personalized learning
  • Support for neurodivergent learners
  • Balanced screen time + hands-on building
  • Parent-visible progress through showcases and portfolios

Frequently asked questions

Do we need prior experience?

No. We place students by age and readiness. Beginners are welcome; advanced learners receive stretch goals in the mandatory Foundational year and can skip levels in year 2.

How much screen time is involved?

Balanced. We combine screens with hands‑on building—LEGO® mechanisms, circuits, and 3D design. Ages 4 - 7 in the SPARKLAB program transition from NO Screen, to Screen Light and then Screen balanced.

What equipment is provided?

All devices, materials, Licences, and equipment are provided during class. Any at‑home recommendations will be shared by instructors.

How do you track progress?

Term projects, portfolios, and Term-end EXPO Day. Parents get updates and see showcase work.

The year ends with a school-wide STEM FESTIVAL where students showcase their year-long learning prototype creations.