Saudi Arabia is transforming under Vision 2030 — and AI, coding, and digital literacy are at the heart of that transformation. For families in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Khobar, and across the Kingdom, giving your child strong coding and AI foundations isn't just about careers. It's about being ready for the Saudi economy of tomorrow.
Why Coding & AI Matter for Kids in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 has placed AI at the center of national strategy. The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and NEOM's AI initiatives signal where the country is heading. Programs like Tuwaiq Academy and Hemmah Institute are already training adults for this future — but the children of today will grow up in an economy where AI fluency is expected, not exceptional. Starting early gives them a decisive head start.
Saudi Education Context
Saudi children attend Saudi public schools, international schools (British, American, Indian, Pakistani), and bilingual schools. The Ministry of Education is actively integrating computational thinking, and the Misk Foundation supports youth innovation. But in-school coding depth varies. External live-class programs fill the gap consistently, offering depth most schools cannot provide.
Serving Families Across Saudi Arabia
We teach families across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh (Olaya, King Abdullah Financial District, Al Malqa), Jeddah (Al Rawdah, Al Shati, Corniche area), Dammam, Khobar, Dhahran, Medina, Makkah, and smaller cities. Live online means no commute, no logistics.
Schedule & Time Zones for Saudi Arabia Families
Saudi Arabia is Arabia Standard Time (AST, UTC+3).
Saudi Arabia is 2.5 hours behind IST. A 6 PM Saturday IST class = 3:30 PM Saturday Riyadh/Jeddah time — ideal weekend afternoon slot for Saudi families. Our weekend batches are scheduled specifically for GCC timing.
Local Schools & Curricula We Support
We support students from across Saudi schools — Saudi public schools, King Faisal School, American International School, British International School of Jeddah (BISJ), Dar Jana International School, Manarat schools, Pakistan International School, and Indian International Schools (CBSE/ICSE). Our curriculum (Scratch, Python, Google Teachable Machine, prompt engineering) aligns with every curriculum without interfering with school studies.
Pricing for Saudi Arabia Families
What to Look For (Parent Checklist)
- Live classes, not videos. Kids need real interaction to stay engaged.
- Small batch size (under 15 kids). Every child should get personal attention.
- Real software engineers as instructors. Not tutors reading scripts.
- Project-based curriculum. Every week ends with something built.
- Time zone alignment. Classes timed for your weekend.
- Certificate on completion. For school records and applications.
- Money-back guarantee. Minimum 7 days.
The Local Landscape
Saudi Arabia has a growing coding ecosystem for kids — Tuwaiq Academy has kid programs, Misk offers initiatives, Coded Minds Arabia operates in major cities, and franchise operators (First Code Academy style) have Saudi presence. These tend to be expensive and schedule-limited. Global platforms like Tynker or Code.org are mostly self-paced. Indian live-class platforms like Junior Codes provide live weekend classes with small batches and real engineers — often at better pricing and flexibility.
Recommended Path for Saudi Arabia Kids
Ages 6–9: Start with Scratch. Ages 10–13: Scratch + AI fundamentals using Google Teachable Machine. Ages 14–16: Python + AI projects + prompt engineering. For Saudi students targeting universities like KAUST, KFUPM, King Saud University, or international universities, a solid coding/AI portfolio built over 5-7 years of consistent weekend practice is genuinely transformative.
Common Questions from Saudi Arabia Parents
Can girls attend the same classes as boys?
Yes. Our online classes are fully mixed, taught by professional instructors in a structured Zoom/Meet environment. Families who prefer single-gender sessions can request that — we accommodate where possible.
Are classes available during Ramadan?
Yes. We adjust timings during Ramadan to suit Saudi families — typically moving classes to later evenings to respect iftar and family time.
Does this help my child for university admissions?
Yes — especially for tech-focused programs at KAUST, KFUPM, King Saud University, or international universities. A strong coding portfolio is increasingly important for admissions to computing and engineering programs.
What payment methods work for Saudi families?
International Visa/Mastercard from Saudi banks (Al Rajhi, SNB, Riyad Bank), PayPal, and STC Pay-linked cards all work. Payments are in USD and your bank handles the SAR conversion.
What Your Child Will Actually Build
- Their own video games using Scratch
- AI models that recognise faces, gestures & sounds
- Interactive AI-powered projects using Google Teachable Machine
- Understanding of how ChatGPT, YouTube recommendations, and Alexa work
- Prompt engineering skills (talking to AI effectively)
Summer Batch Starting 3rd May 2026
Live weekend classes for kids in Saudi Arabia. Real software engineers. Small batches. Ages 6–16. 7-day money-back guarantee.
Junior Codes teaches live AI & Coding classes to kids aged 6–16 in Saudi Arabia and across the world. Led by real software engineers with personal mentorship.