Mariposa Kids — Coding

My son attended the Mariposa Kids coding program in San Francisco, and overall, it was a solid experience. The instructor, Sienna, was engaging and made coding concepts accessible for the kids. Each week, they worked on different projects, and my son particularly enjoyed creating a simple game using Scratch. The small group size allowed for more personalized attention, which I appreciated. However, the pickup process was a bit chaotic, with long lines forming as parents waited to collect their kids. It would be great if they could streamline that aspect. Despite the minor annoyance, I would recommend this program for children aged 8-10 who are focused and interested in technology. It’s a good opportunity for them to develop creativity and problem-solving skills in a supportive environment.

We enrolled our 9-year-old son in the Mariposa Kids coding program in San Francisco, and overall, it was a solid experience. The small group size really allowed the instructor, Sam, to give personalized attention to each child. My son loved working on his own game project and came home excited to show us what he had built. However, I did notice that they spent a significant amount of time in front of screens, which I was slightly concerned about. The pickup process was smooth, and the staff seemed genuinely engaged with the kids, which I appreciated. If your child is creative and enjoys technology, I think this program could be a great fit, but be prepared to monitor their screen time at home.