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School of Code

Average Rating4.97
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School of Code is a free, full-time, 16-week full-stack JavaScript coding bootcamp in Birmingham, England. The School of Code’s mission is to get more and different types of people into tech while striving for a fairer future for all, where nobody is left behind. Students will be trained in industry best practices and standards for full-stack web development free of charge.

The School of Code bootcamp simulates a real-world tech work environment with daily stand-ups, team problem solving, and feedback sessions. It is a blended learning course split between on-site projects and teaching, which transitions to more remote work options as the course progresses. Students will also attend regular meetups, hackathons, and events to gain experience in all aspects of the technology industry. 

No coding experience is necessary to apply, but applicants should enjoy problem-solving, love learning new things, have a passion for technology, and want a future in tech. All prospective applicants can fill out an online form regardless of academic or professional background. Applicants must participate in a coding day and pre-course learning before being accepted.

Graduates of School of Code will gain soft skills, teamwork skills, and a portfolio of real-world tech projects to impress employers. Graduates can either job search on their own or enter the job support period where they can complete more real-world consultancy projects.  

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  • Evgenii Smazanovich
    Evgenii Smazanovich
    Full Stack Developer • Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Feb 03, 2023
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    School of Code - a truly transformative 16-weeks journey

    I can describe my time at the School of Code as a truly fascinating and life-changing experience . This is a very intense bootcamp that requires your full commitment. 16 weeks program is aimed at teaching you how to become a full stack web developer. You will learn modern technologies and best practices on how to build full stack web applications. You will also learn how to learn which will enable you to progress your journey in all possible ways. Couches are totally supportive, proactiv...
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  • Troy Webber
    Junior Software Engineer • Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Oct 17, 2022
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    Life Changing!

    It has been 3 months since being placed into a junior software engineer role all thanks to the school of code. Just a year ago I was driving vans for a living!

    I am so glad I decided to take the plunge and apply for the bootcamp, the curriculum was well structured and tailored to what is currently in demand within the industry. People say you can go down the self taught route, but you could easily end up overwhelmed and end up in a huge rabbit hole with the amount of information t...
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  • Emma
    Junior Developer • Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Aug 25, 2022
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    An amazing learning experience

    I'd never written a line of code before I joined the bootcamp and can't believe how much I have learnt in the last 4 months. A fantastic experience with a well thought out curriculum including HTML, CSS, JavaScript and React JS.  I loved the support you received throughout the course, not only from the tutors and other bootcampers, but mentors, enablement coaches and guest speakers. An encouraging community, that continues beyond the 16-week course. Highly recommend...
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  • Leanne Smith
    Software Engineer • Student • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Mar 22, 2022
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    Life changing, engaging & unforgettable!

    An incredibly rewarding experience. Given the chance to work with new people from all walks of life everyday. Building things, solving problems and really understanding how tech works! The course is varied from UX/UI design to backend sever development with, soft skills, mindset modules and industry talks too! It was very well-rounded, engaging and easy to get out of bed for! I've met some amazing people and learnt some life-changing skills and this is just the beginning to a new found c...
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  • Pietro Annobil
    Pietro Annobil
    Graduate • London
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    Mar 18, 2022
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    What an amazing experience

    I've been working as a croupier for 10 years.
    school of code helps me to swap from 'zero' experience in tech in general to have familiarity with APIs, Html, CSS, Javascript, Node.js, Databases, Testing, Agile Methodology, Figma, Atlassian(Jira), Miro Board, low/high fidelity Wireframe software and so many other things. 
    Even now I'm surprised that I understand all of these things and I'm able to produce something with them.
    All those things from November to March(if you take of ...
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  • Yasir Ibrahim
    Student • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Mar 15, 2022
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    Life-changing

    I would highly recommend the School of Code to anyone even remotely interested in coding/programming. Even though the course is intense, they provide a well structured learning environment to learn and develop as a software engineer.
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  • Marco Tsang
    Full Stack Developer • Student • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Mar 14, 2022
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    This bootcamp is fantastic!

    Without this bootcamp I should be now still working hard by my own self in the tutorial hell of YouTube's coding channel. It brings me opportunities to work with different kinds of people in U.K. and has hands-on pair programming experience, not to mention the clear explanation of web development technologies concept by every coach. This bootcamp is not just a regular coding course, once you are a bootcamper you are always a part of The School Of Code family, which means you are still in...
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  • Antonio Riccelli
    Antonio Riccelli
    Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    Mar 14, 2022
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    Life-changing

    I couldn't recommend this enough. I went from being able to write a few lines of HTML, CSS and Javascript, to being able to write full stack applications using modern frameworks like React. My skills and confidence have increased immensely and I feel ready to tackle the upcoming interviews and start my new career. 
    It's not just about the code, it's about the whole experience of working with other bootcampers in teams of different sizes, first starting on small challenges and workshop...
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  • Charlie Chandler
    Graduate • Birmingham
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    Jan 26, 2021
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    More than just a coding bootcamp

    I have nothing but good things to say about the School of Code, over the last 16 weeks I have learnt more than I could have imagined and I feel that I now have an amazing platform on which to continue building my tech skills. Going into this I knew almost nothing about coding and I now feel confident building full stack JavaScript applications and would feel comfortable learning the new syntax of a new language. I'm looking forward to an exciting career in tech.
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  • Helen Kent
    Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    May 25, 2020
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    Amazing free bootcamp!!

    on as I could. The bootcamp met and exceeded my expectations.

    The School of Code teaches the most up to date tech to prepare you for a full stack developer role. This is exactly what I wanted! We learnt basic html, css and javascript and then moved on to React. We also learnt nodejs and used express servers for the back end. We also covered testing, problem solving, AWS, design, github...the list goes on and on! Not only do you learn so much, you get to build...we made...
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  • Liz Kaufman
    Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    May 23, 2020
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    The School of Code changed my life!

    The sixteen weeks I spent at the School of Code have been mind-blowing. It’s the most incredible opportunity, and to have it be free was the cherry on top. I’m so privileged to have had this experience. I’ve gone from being able to maybe make a basic HTML page pre-Bootcamp to designing full-stack applications in four months! Chris and the SoC staff have put their heart and soul into making this amazing, and I’ll always be grateful. It was also brilliant to hear from the guest speakers as...
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  • Cheryl Asif
    Graduate • School of Code Bootcamp • Birmingham
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    May 22, 2020
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    The best experience

    The 16 weeks are fully there for your growth. 
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School of Code Alumni Outcomes

95%
Employment Rate
96%
Graduation Rate
27,000
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at School of Code, 96% graduated. 100% of graduates were job-seeking and 95% of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $27,000. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 22 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
DescriptionPercentage
Full Time, In-Field Employee95.5%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position0.0%
Short-term contract, part-time position, freelanceN/A
Employed out-of-fieldN/A
Notes and Caveats
Avg Salary = £27k
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.

Recent School of Code News

Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated March 30, 2023
Course Report · March 2023 Coding Bootcamp News Roundup Happy Women’s History Month! This March on International Women’s Day, we hosted a live Q&A with four bootcamp alumnae to hear about their career changes into tech and their tips for other women considering pivoting into tech. Layoffs at big tech companies continued through March, but despite this turbulence, IT hiring prediction...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated November 02, 2022
Course Report · October 2022 Coding Bootcamp News Roundup Happy October, Course Report readers! This month, interest in blockchain continued to gain traction as we saw a new fundraise in the blockchain bootcamp space. We’ve got an update on ISA regulation, and we’re rounding up several public/private partnerships with bootcamps. In this news roundup, we’ll touch on the importance of skil...

School of Code Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
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4.9
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School of Code offers courses like School of Code Bootcamp.

Where does School of Code have campuses?

School of Code has in-person campuses in Birmingham, Liverpool, London, and Manchester.

Is School of Code worth it?

The data says yes! In 2019, School of Code reported a 96% graduation rate, a median salary of $27,000, and 95% of School of Code alumni are employed.

Is School of Code legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 59 School of Code alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed School of Code and rate their overall experience a 4.97 out of 5.

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