Coding & Chess for Kids — Every Term & Holiday
Enroll your child (ages 6–16) in live online sessions for Scratch Programming and Chess — running 3 times a week during term and intensively every school holiday.
Why Parents Choose Esubu Tech Academy
We run live online classes year-round — 3 times a week during term, and daily intensive camps every school holiday. All sessions are on Zoom, led by passionate instructors in a safe, structured environment.
Term & Holiday Classes
3 classes per week during school term. Full intensive camps during every school holiday — your child never stops growing.
100% Online via Zoom
Live interactive sessions from the comfort of your home — no commute, no hassle, just learning.
Proven Results
20+ kids trained and growing. Our graduates build real projects and develop strategic thinking that supports academic success.
Affordable
Quality education at just KES 12,000/month — term-time slots fill fast, book early to secure your spot.
Real Changes. Parents Are Already Seeing Them.
Backed by decades of research across 65 studies worldwide — these aren't feel-good promises. They are measurable outcomes that show up at school, at home, and in your child's future.
Grades Actually Improve
A meta-analysis of 65 independent studies found that children who learn to code score 16 percentile points higher on cognitive ability tests. Chess students in Texas showed 2× the improvement in maths and reading (Grades 3–5) compared to peers who didn't play. This isn't motivation talk — it's measurable.
Concentration That Sticks
After just 8 coding lessons, children showed measurable improvements in focus, planning, and impulse control (Frontiers in Psychology). Chess demands sustained strategic thinking — proven in clinical trials to improve attention even in children diagnosed with ADHD. The child who couldn't sit for 20 minutes will sit for 90.
Maths Stops Being a Problem
Mathematics is Kenya's most failed KCSE subject — year after year, students score D+ because they memorise instead of understand. Coding makes abstract maths visual and verifiable: coordinates, sequences, logic, patterns. When a child builds a game, they're doing algebra without knowing it. Then the test comes — and they know it.
Critical Thinking — Not Just Common Sense
A 5-year Pennsylvania study found chess students improved critical thinking by 17.3% per year — compared to just 4.56% for peers in other enrichment activities. In Venezuela, 4,000+ second-graders showed such significant IQ gains after 4.5 months of chess that the government added it to the national curriculum.
Screen Time Becomes an Asset
65.4% of Nairobi preschoolers already exceed WHO screen time guidelines (University of Nairobi). But research draws a sharp line: passive screens (TikTok, YouTube) reduce attention and school readiness by up to 52%. Active coding builds it. We don't ask your child to put the screen down — we change what they do with it.
Confidence That Transfers Everywhere
The moment a child finishes their first working game, something shifts permanently. Research shows confident children are 20% more likely to pursue STEM subjects and careers. Chess teaches children to lose with dignity, analyse their mistakes, and come back stronger. That is a life skill no classroom test can teach.
"My son used to avoid any question he didn't immediately know the answer to. Three months in, his teacher called me — she said he's now the first to put his hand up and try. Whatever you're doing, keep doing it."
— Parent, Nairobi (Term-Time Student)What Your Child Will Learn
Scratch Programming
Kids learn how to build games, animations, and interactive stories — laying the foundation for future coding confidence. No experience needed.
- ✓ Game development basics
- ✓ Animations & storytelling
- ✓ Logical thinking skills
- ✓ Creative problem solving
Chess
Through guided games and tournaments, children develop focus, patience, and strategic thinking — core skills that support academic success.
- ✓ Rules & opening strategies
- ✓ Tournament preparation
- ✓ Focus & concentration
- ✓ Critical thinking
67% of Kenyan Youth Are Unemployed.
Will Your Child Be Part of That Number?
The Federation of Kenya Employers reports that over 1 million young Kenyans enter the job market every year — most without market-relevant skills. The competition is already the fiercest it has ever been. And it is getting worse every year.
students scored C+ or above in the 2025 KCSE — up from 201,000 in 2023. More competition for the same university slots, every single year.
of all Kenyan jobs will require digital skills by 2030 — when today's 6-year-olds enter the workforce. The highest rate in Sub-Saharan Africa.
A mid-level Kenyan software developer earns 5–10× the median income. Senior developers working internationally earn KES 5–9 million per year.
AI Is Already Replacing Jobs
Up to 40% of tasks in Kenya's BPO and outsourcing sector could be automated by 2030 (Mastercard Foundation). Children who understand how technology works will direct AI. Those who don't will be replaced by it.
Your Child Is Already On Screens — Doing Nothing
35% of Kenyan adolescents use media for 6+ hours daily — mostly TikTok and YouTube. Excessive passive screen time creates a 52% lower chance of school readiness. The screens aren't going anywhere. The content on them will determine your child's future.
School Alone Will Not Save Them
Kenya's CBC is changing — but slowly. The 2023 FLANA assessment already showed concerning literacy declines for many learners. Meanwhile, 97% of Kenyan secondary students report moderate to high academic stress. The system is struggling. Your child can't afford to wait for it.
Africa Needs 230 Million Digital Workers
By 2030, Sub-Saharan Africa needs 230 million digitally-skilled workers (World Bank / IFC). Kenya's digital economy is targeting growth from $7 billion to $100 billion by 2035. The opportunity is enormous — but only for the prepared.
The best time to start was last year.
The second best time is right now.
When Are Classes?
We run two class formats — pick what works for your child. Term-time slots are limited, so please confirm availability before booking.
Term-Time Classes
Book to Confirm Availability- 3 sessions per week (e.g. Mon / Wed / Fri)
- 1.5 hours per session on Zoom
- Ages 6–16, small groups (max 15)
- Scratch Coding or Chess — or both
- Slots are limited — confirm availability first
Holiday Intensive Camp
Open Enrollment- Mon–Fri during every school holiday
- 9:00 am – 12:00 pm on Zoom
- Ages 6–16, beginner to advanced
- Scratch Coding + Chess combined
- Certificate awarded on completion
Book a Class or Ask a Question
For term-time classes, please confirm slot availability first. Holiday camps are open for enrollment anytime — reach out and we'll get your child started.