An ideal introduction for primary teachers who are curious about coding but unsure where to start.  

We'll cover curriculum links, progression across class levels, and easy tools to begin coding with confidence. 

Alan Joyce, founder of Coding Ireland in 2018, growing it into the country’s largest coding platform, used by over 1,000 schools. Alongside Professor John Dooley of NUI Maynooth, he co-created a standout coding and robotics course for Youthreachs, launched by Minister Simon Harris in 2021. Author of the widely praised Coding Ireland - How to Teach Coding and Robotics courses, taken by over 500 teachers, Alan also co-wrote the comprehensive Coding Ireland Digital Skills Curriculum, shaping digital education in areas like coding, robotics and AI. Having delivered workshops to thousands of students across Ireland, he’s a hands-on leader in STEM education. 

Ciarán Fay is a passionate educator and current teacher dedicated to embedding coding and digital skills in classrooms. As Director of Educational Outreach at Coding Ireland, he holds a Bachelor of Education from Dublin City University and a Master of Science in Digital Marketing and Data Analytics from South East Technological University. With industry-recognized certifications from Microsoft, Google, IBM, and Scratch, Ciarán brings extensive experience supporting schools to integrate coding into their curricula. His mission? Making digital skills accessible and exciting for students and teachers alike.