“Sir Clive’s Spectrum computer spawned an entire generation of young computer coders during the 1980s, making the UK the world leader in this field,” said Dr David Levy, chairman of Retro Computers. “We aim to create the same level of enthusiasm for coding amongst today’s youngsters. Nowadays computer code lies at the heart of so many products and services that coding is a vital skill which should be learnt by everyone at school.”
The coding learning scheme is free of charge and has been launched for the start of the new school year. The scheme is for all children, not just those who own or have access to a ZX Vega.
In parallel with the Every Child Can Code scheme Retro Computers Ltd have also announced the inauguration of the National Schools Coding Championships. There will be one division for primary and prep schools, and another division for secondary and independent schools and sixth-form colleges.
Sir Clive Sinclair said: “Many children already find coding to be fun and rewarding. With the National Schools Coding Championships we are adding the excitement of competition to the reasons why more children will take up coding with enthusiasm.”