Unleash Your Child’s Coding Potential This Summer!
Join Panda Programmer’s Summer Camp 2026 for an engaging blend of coding, fun, and exploration. Located in Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Bethesda, and Washington DC, our camps offer a unique opportunity for children in grades 1-8 (typically ages 5-13) to dive into the world of computer science. Panda programmer is the best summer camp for kids in the Montgomery County, MD / Washington DC area!
Hands-On Learning
Our curriculum is designed to make coding fun and accessible for all skill levels.
Expert Instructors - Our experienced staff guide students through every step,
ensuring a supportive learning environment.
Balanced Activities - Beyond coding, kids will enjoy outdoor activities, games, chess, origami, and ukulele!
Panda Programmer specializes in small-group, beginner-friendly coding summer camps for students in grades 1–8. Unlike large national programs, our Gaithersburg MD camps focus on age-appropriate instruction, hands-on projects, and personal attention — especially for kids who are new to coding.
Families in Gaithersburg MD choose Panda Programmer for our experienced instructors, hands-on curriculum, and small class sizes.
- Experienced Instructors: Our educators are skilled in working with children and have a passion for teaching coding in a way that is easy to understand.
- Interactive Curriculum: We focus on project-based learning that lets kids apply coding concepts to real-world projects.
- Small Class Sizes: Personalized attention helps each student progress at their own pace.
- Fun Environment: We believe learning should be exciting, and our classes are designed to keep kids engaged.
Beginner
Scratch
This group will dive deeper into coding with Scratch, building more complex projects that require higher levels of critical thinking and problem-solving.
As they progress, students will encounter new programming concepts like control structures and variables, which will push their skills further.
They’ll enhance their analytical abilities, learn to collaborate on projects, and develop a deeper understanding of how coding works.
Intermediate
Advanced Scratch and Robotics
After going through our Scratch curriculum campers will tackle advanced topics in Scratch and robotics.
These activities are designed to be intellectually stimulating, introducing them to advanced coding techniques and real-world applications.
Students will strengthen their logical reasoning, improve their coding proficiency, and prepare for high school-level computer science courses.
Advanced
Python and Web Development
Advanced kids can learn Python and web development at camp to gain relevant, in-demand skills.
Python’s versatility and web development’s interactivity foster critical thinking and creativity.
Hands-on projects allow learners to build tangible, functional programs, deepening their understanding in a supportive environment while preparing them for future academic and professional success.
Schedule 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. Camp 4 - 6 PM Aftercare
6/22 - 6/26, 6/29 - 7/3, 7/6 - 7/10, 7/13 - 7/17, 7/20 - 7/24, 7/27 - 7/31,
8/3 - 8/7, 8/10 - 8/14, 8/17 - 8/21
