MakerKids Bloor West — Video Game Design

My son has been attending the Video Game Design program at MakerKids Bloor West in Toronto for the past few weeks, and he’s really enjoying it. The instructors, particularly a guy named Mike, were very engaging and seemed to connect well with the kids. My son is in the 8-10 age group, and he has not only learned coding basics but also created his own simple game using Scratch. The small group size allowed for personalized attention, which I appreciated. However, I did notice there seemed to be quite a bit of screen time—something to consider if your child prefers more hands-on activities. Pickup was smooth, with clear instructions communicated to parents. Overall, I would definitely recommend this program, but just be mindful of the potential screen overload for more active or younger kids.

I enrolled my 9-year-old son in the Video Game Design program at MakerKids Bloor West in Toronto, and it has been a solid experience overall. He was able to create his own platform game, which he proudly showcased to us at home. The instructor, Max, was engaging and made the concepts really accessible, which I appreciated as a parent unfamiliar with coding. The small group size allowed for plenty of individual attention, making it easier for the kids to ask questions and collaborate. However, we did face some long lines during pickup, which was a bit frustrating after a long day. If you can be patient with that, this program is a great way to spark creativity and technical skills in kids. I would recommend it, especially if your child is creative and interested in gaming.