Children in South Ayrshire are being given the chance to get involved in the area’s very first Code Club as the search begins for the next generation of computer experts. The Council’s introducing a new way of learning basic digital skills, with a six-week pilot kicking off in the CyberCentre, Carnegie Library, Ayr.

Public libraries up and down the country are now hosting regular Code Clubs where children learn how to create digital games, programming, build animations and even develop websites. Aimed at 9-11-year-olds, activities are group based, where participants will also have the chance to boost their self-esteem and develop people skills – improving their future employability.

The pioneering Code Clubs were made possible through the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) which trained more than 140 librarians across Scotland in basic coding skills. SLIC worked in partnership with the UK-wide charity Code Club to deliver the digital training during the first few months of 2017.

Code Club will take place every Friday from 7 July – 11 August, between 2- 3pm at the Cyber Centre, Carnegie Library, Ayr. Booking is essential as spaces are limited. Please phone 01292 618 492 for more information.