A Guide for ParentsCodifyitNo Technical Knowledge Needed
Written by an AI & Data Professional
What is my child actually learning?
A warm, plain-English guide to coding, data and AI in schools today — so you can follow along, ask the right questions, and support your child with confidence. No jargon, no technical background required.
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7Plain-English Modules
0Technical Background Required
7–16Ages Covered
Who this is for
Made for parents. Not programmers.
Your child comes home talking about Scratch, algorithms, or "AI writing my homework for me" — and you nod along without really knowing what any of it means. This guide closes that gap, in the time it takes to read a few chapters before bed.
You'll get a lot from this if you…
Have a child aged 7–16 learning to code or use AI tools at school
Want to understand what they're actually being taught
Worry about AI and homework, but aren't sure what's reasonable
Want to ask better questions and spot real progress
Have no coding or technical background yourself
This probably isn't for you if…
You already work in tech or software
You're looking to teach your child to code yourself
You want an in-depth technical curriculum
Your child is outside the 7–16 age range
Start here, free
Module 1: Why Is My Child Learning This?
Before diving into the details, this free module sets the scene — why coding, data and AI are on the curriculum at all, and what to expect from the rest of the guide. Read it here in your browser, on any device.
No lectures, no jargon. Each module is a short, warm read with a practical activity or conversation starter you can use with your child straight away.
01
Why Is My Child Learning This? Free
Why coding, data and AI are now part of school life — and what this guide will help you understand.
02
What Is Coding, Really?
Scratch vs Python, the biggest myths about "learning to code," and what a real coding lesson actually looks like.
03
What Is Data and Why Does It Matter?
How the apps your child uses actually work, what data literacy means, and an honest look at their digital footprint.
04
What Is AI? (And What It Isn't)
Pattern recognition explained simply, why AI "hallucinates," and a level-headed take on the AI-and-homework question.
05
Digital Skills: Staying Safe and Thinking Critically
Online safety essentials, spotting misinformation, and teaching your child to "read laterally" before trusting a source.
06
How to Support Your Child
The language to use, the signs of real progress, and conversation starters that don't feel like an interrogation.
07
Try It Yourself
An optional 30-minute Scratch activity so you can experience, firsthand, a small slice of what your child is learning.
About the author
Written by an AI and data professional, for parents.
Q
Quant and AI & Data Professional, Tier 1 Investment Bank
I spend my working life inside code, data and machine learning models. As a parent, I found most explanations of "what kids are learning" were either too technical or too vague to be useful. This guide is the one I wished existed — written in plain English, with no assumptions about what you already know.
Common questions
FAQ
Do I need any technical knowledge?
None at all. This guide is written specifically for parents with no coding, data or AI background. Every idea is explained in plain English with everyday examples.
Is this for me if my child is very young, or a teenager?
Yes — the guide covers the full 7–16 range and explains how coding, data and AI topics evolve as children move through school.
How long will it take to read?
Each module is a short, focused read — most parents get through the full guide in one or two evenings. It's designed to be read cover to cover or dipped into as questions come up.
What format does it come in?
An interactive online course. You read the seven modules in your web browser on your phone, tablet or computer. Nothing to install. Each module ends with a short quiz, your progress is saved on your device as you go, and you get a certificate when you finish.
Will this help with the "AI and homework" question?
Yes — Module 4 deals with this directly, giving you a level-headed way to think about AI tools, what's reasonable, and how to talk to your child about it.
The full guide is being finalised now. Register your interest and we'll email you the moment it's ready — no spam, just a single note when it's available.
What you'll get
All 7 modules in an interactive online course (Module 1 free)
Plain-English explanations — no jargon, ever
Practical activities and conversation starters
A short quiz at the end of each module
Works on phone, tablet or computer, with your progress saved on your device