Programming Holiday Bootcamps in Porto

Christmas with fun programs for young people aged 6 to 17. Holidays filled with formulas, algorithms and creativity at Happy Code programming bootcamps in Porto!

The world is changing, and children's technological skills tend to keep pace.

At Happy Code's programming bootcamps in Porto, young people have the opportunity to learn to program, create video games, develop apps, or experiment with robotics, all in a safe, fun, and age-appropriate environment.

Why participate in Happy Code's coding bootcamps?

We live surrounded by technology, but Happy Code believes that childhood is the right time to cultivate the habit of creation, not just consumption. The institution is part of the national network of Microsoft Authorized Education Partners and is the first partner school of the Roblox Educators program in Portugal. It works with the purpose of training future thinkers and creators, developing socio-emotional skills that impact students' lives.

The hands-on, project-oriented methodology makes these courses feel more like experiences of discovery and creative expression than lectures.

During the programming bootcamp at Christmas, participants will:

• Program games, apps and interactions with Artificial Intelligence (AI);
• Work as a team and develop autonomy;
• Solve practical challenges with logical thinking;
• Experiment and fail safely and with encouragement.

These bootcamps are ideal for children and young people between the ages of 6 and 17, with or without prior programming experience. The content is organized by age group and knowledge level, ensuring that everyone learns at their own pace.

Courses available at the Happy Code programming bootcamp in Porto

The course selection will be made on the registration form, according to the available options suitable for each age group.

Children between the ages of 6 and 9 They'll love exploring the world of Lego and Scratch.

Those aged between 7 and 12 years old You can create and program with Minecraft, Roblox, or Web Design Kids.

Curious children aged 9 to 14 They encounter creative challenges in Arcade, GDevelop, Musical Production, and App Explorer.

Teenagers between 12 and 17 Years can help you deepen your knowledge of Python.

Reviews of Happy Code courses in Porto

Happy Code is a recognized institution in terms of professionalism and quality of teaching, particularly in the areas of programming and robotics.

In past editions, bootcamps and instructors received the following ratings:

• Students overall rated the bootcamps 9,5 out of 10;
• 98% of students rated the bootcamps as “Awesome or Good”;
• 99% of students rated the teachers as “Awesome or Good.”

Therefore, you can be sure that your children will learn from the best instructors in a completely safe and technologically advanced environment, with everything they need.

Programme

At Happy Code's programming bootcamps in Porto, children aged 6 to 17 will learn to program.

• 8:30 am - School opens

• 9:30 AM - Workshops begin

• 12:30 - Lunch

• 14:30 PM - Start of afternoon workshops/activities

• 17:30 PM - End of activities

• 18 PM - School closes

Program types:

• Morning course (9:30 am–12:30 pm)
• Afternoon course (14:30 PM–17:30 PM)
• Full day (9:30 am–17:30 pm, includes morning and afternoon)

• Week 1: December 18th and 19th
• Week 2: December 22nd, 23rd and 26th
• Week 3: December 29th and 30th, and January 2nd

Working Hours

The schedules for these Happy Code programming bootcamps in Porto are:

• 8:30 am - School opens
• 9:30 AM - Workshops begin
• 12:30 - Lunch
• 14:30 PM - Start of afternoon workshops/activities
• 17:30 PM - End of activities
• 18 PM - School closes

In terms of departure times, participants in the morning courses must leave by 13 PM. Participants in the afternoon courses must leave by 18 PM.

Languages

The primary language of communication is Portuguese, but the trainers speak English and can support foreign or bilingual children.

Prices for Happy Code programming bootcamps in Porto for Christmas 2025

Technological learning can (and should!) be accessible. That's why Happy Code's programming bootcamps in Porto have prices adjusted to the reality of families and the value of the support provided by specialized professionals.

Services included in the price

• Dynamic and interactive classes with certified teachers from the largest programming school in Portugal;
• Access to content
• MS Office365 account with dedicated email for each participant;
• Real outputs from creating games, apps, and robotics projects;
• Official School Certificate;
• Meals (for those who choose the full day option);
• Insurance (for those who choose the full day).

Services excluded from the price.

• Accommodation;
• Transport;
• Meals (for those who choose courses only in the morning or only in the afternoon).

News

If you are considering enrolling children in this programming bootcamp in Porto, please note that you may be eligible for the following discounts:

• Registrations confirmed by December 7th: 10% discount;
• Siblings receive a 5% discount on prices;
• Discount for Happy Code partners (you can include the partner in the form).

These discounts cannot be combined.

Form of payment

To complete your registration, you will need to pay €25 (non-refundable). Payment must be made up to one week before the start of the program. The partner will send you all the payment information.

Accommodation

Since this is a non-residential programming summer camp, accommodation is not included.

Food

If you choose a morning or afternoon program, you should bring snacks and water.

If you choose the full-day bootcamps, Happy Code provides a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack.

All meals are provided in accordance with the necessary hygiene and safety measures.

Please let us know if the child has any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Transport

The transportation of participants to the bootcamp location is the responsibility of the Guardians.

Support during Happy Code's programming bootcamps in Porto for Christmas 2025.

During the programming bootcamps in Porto, children will always be accompanied by an experienced, attentive, and motivated teaching team with specific training in programming and STEAM education.

The courses are run by Happy Code Portugal, the largest STEAM school in the country, recognized for its rigor and innovation. Happy Code is certified by Microsoft as an Authorized Education Partner and was the first official partner school of the Roblox Educators program in Portugal.

Each class is led by qualified teachers, who adapt the content to the level of each group, promoting a safe, fun and educational environment.

Additional Information

To ensure everything runs smoothly, it's important to share some useful information:

• Recommended ages: bootcamps are aimed at children and young people between the ages of 6 and 17, organized by age group and experience level;
• No need to know how to program: all levels are welcome, including curious beginners;
• Duration: 8 days (varying weekly), with full hours from 09:30 AM to 17:30 PM. There is also the possibility of taking courses only in the morning or only in the afternoon;
• Meals: Participants should bring lunch and snacks. There are designated areas for quiet meals. For all-day students, meals will be provided by Happy Code.
• Certificate: all participants receive a certificate of participation at the end of the week;
• Organization: Happy Code Portugal organizes these programming bootcamps with a practical and engaging approach, focused on digital and human development.

Cancellation and refund policy

• Withdrawal up to 30 days before the start of the course: refund of the full amount paid;
• Cancellation up to 15 days before the start of the course: refund of 80% of the shift cost;
• Withdrawal up to 05 days before the start of the course: there will be no right to any refund, except if it is for health reasons.

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Regardless of the summer camp chosen, the most important thing is that it provides your children with an educational, fun, and future-oriented experience!