A: Coding with Minecraft Academy is appropriate for children between ages of 8-16

A: No, booking a trial class is free, just use Promo Code ‘TRIAL’ at checkout. However, only 2 bookings can be made with the code, meaning if you book twice and do not attend either session, you will not be able to book another free trial in the future

A: Sessions typically last 90 Minutes, but we suggest to plan for some extra time before and after the session.

A: Each student is given a folder that has additional worksheets that further develop the skills they are learning in the lessons.

A: Once you sign up for the group of your choice you will pay for your first month, then regular payments are taken on the same date on a monthly basis. If you pause your subscription, your next payment date will be moved accordingly

A: The Academy is not term-based. Students are enrolled in perpetuity until they decide to stop or take a break. Instead of a final mark or certifications, students progress and work towards achieving rank promotions with which they also receive certificates and trophies to signify and remember their achievements.

A: No, trials are a one-off event. If you’re interested in becoming a member after attending one, you can choose the best time among our active weekly sessions that run throughout the week.

A: Yes, all our coaches go through intense coaching courses and have thorough CRB and DBS checks.

A: All classes have the same structure and are broken down into several segments, including warmup, class time, and of course, gameplay & competition!
As students attend, they will be engaged socially with students, and our coaches. They will also learn how to convert their time online from a period where they mindlessly interact into one where they are constantly focusing on growth.

A: Our main objective is to create an environment where students can grow transferable life skills by utilising their passion for gaming.
Sessions focus on supporting growth in teamwork, communication, critical thinking, and adaptability.

A: Enrolling in the academy is helpful because our coaches guide students to approach their time online more consciously. It is typical for kids to play games several hours a day, and we seek to convert that time into an activity that is both fun but also productive. An example of how we do this is by having students participate in a post-game analysis where they critically evaluate how they could make improvements after an online match, such as finding ways to work better in a team, overcoming miscommunication, and handling defeat as a team.
Our Esports Academy is a controlled environment, and all of our coaches are certified and motivated to demonstrate the value of competitive gaming.
Students are encouraged not to think of playing games without a purpose just for fun. Instead, students work on core skills that are transferable to other aspects of life, such as leadership, working as a team, overcoming challenges, and many more abilities which will help shape and develop their future seamlessly without sacrificing what they love the most – games.

A: If you aren’t able to attend a class, let us know and we can hold your membership until you’re able to attend once more.

A: Students who are on a spectrum or have some level of neuro-diversion who enjoy gaming have had a lot of success in our courses.
Coaches are constantly looking to ensure that all the students in a session are enjoying the content as well as the social aspects of our academy. We work with parents and students to understand how best to incorporate all children into our sessions. Thus ensuring that things are moving at a comfortable pace and your child has enough room to grow.

A: Yes, all our coaches are given a course on how to work with and teach children who are on the Spectrum.

A: Beginner Coding in Minecraft sessions have a structured beginning and end date that will encompass weekly sessions for 12 weeks. This structured approach is necessary as each week they will learn a new set of coding skills which will be applied and built upon in subsequent sessions. Students who miss too many sessions won’t be able to effectively participate but we provide video lessons and resources to help students catch up in their time, though the most effective learning time is of course during the weekly in-person sessions

A: We provide online support throughout the course to ensure students have sufficient support to keep pace with the curriculum. Students also get access to a library of video lessons and resources to help them catch up and revise materials learnt in class

A: After completing the 12-week beginner course for our Minecraft students. They will move onto an intermediate course (£75/monthly). These will be a more advanced lesson with a more free-range schedule and will push students to complete projects based on the knowledge they picked up in the beginner sessions. Eventually, they will move onto an advanced level that will push their coding skills to their limits!

A: Here at the academy what we are doing plays a significant role in developing a healthy relationship between our students and their hobby of gaming. Students learn important life skills such as teamwork, leadership, critical thinking, communication, and more. All of which directly translate to everyday life. Not only that, but our service is a very unique combination for the gaming world that is extremely hard to find.

A: £100/month for our Beginner 12-week course,

A: For families that have longer commutes to our venues, we’d like to highlight a few solutions that some of our current members are using. The most common workaround is to select weekly or bi-weekly memberships and to combine their child’s session with other tasks that parents need to get done, i.e. working (we have a lobby area free for parents to set up laptops), shopping, groceries, or even spending a bit of time at one of the many restaurants, cafes, or bars in the area.

• Fortnite members also received 4 hours of free play every month, so after the 1 ½ hour academy sessions, they can stay an extra hour to play with friends at the academy allowing for the fun to last longer.

A: We host academy-wide tournaments every month where we reward some of our top competitors. These are open to all academy students who are eager to put their skills to the test.

A: The academy provides the fundamentals that are required to see success in Esports, such as teamwork, proven learning structures, and access to mentorship. Ultimately, the academy is a unique and hard-to-find starting point for kids with this aspiration. In addition, we also host events in our facilities that attract the Esports community and may be leveraged to build connections with some of our academy students.

A: 116H Upper Street, Islington Square, South Arcade, N11QP, London In Between Highbury & Islington and Angel tube stations. Equal walking distance!

A: We currently teach Fortnite and Minecraft, but we are also expanding to Valorant and Apex Legends in the near future.

A: Yes they are encouraged to bring their own equipment to maintain input consistency and have the extra little comfort.

A: The games our coaches teach need precise control. Players must navigate through the game swiftly, make split-second decisions, and coordinate their actions accurately. This enhances hand-eye coordination, which can benefit children in various life aspects, such as academics and sports.

A: Every session we have team huddles involving every student, to talk about how difficult the lesson’s drill was, we will always do activities in groups and pair students together, developing teamwork and cooperation skills.

A: All of our coaches are certified and trained to understand what area the students need to improve in. We also provide the best foundation possible for helping our students succeed in the world of Esports, not only helping them improve at their selected game but also providing a facility and equipment to practice or participate in tournaments.