Blackburn's Jam Coding wins computing education award

Jam Coding, a rising computing education provider aiming to develop the next generation of ‘digital citizens’ was recognised by the international Learning and Performing Institute.

At the global LPI Awards last week, which were hosted by TV presenter Claudia Winkleman, Jam Coding was award gold in the Learning Innovation category for creating a platform which is revolutionising the way computing is taught in primary schools.

Jam Coding collecting their award from the event's host, Claudia Winkleman (Image: Jam Coding)

The platform host’s Jam Coding’s Bespoke Curriculum, a modern and fun adaptation of the national curriculum which was released in 2014.

The Bespoke Curriculum is designed to engage young people in the subject following a steep drop in interest over the years, whilst giving teachers the training, knowledge, and resources to deliver it with confidence.

Jennifer Talbot, learning and development manager at Jam Coding, said: “One of the biggest concerns in primary school computing education, as highlighted by Ofsted in 2022, is the continual professional development of teaching staff.

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“Our platform directly addresses this concern with certified teacher training for every single lesson.

"This means that teachers can undergo training, become certified, then deliver tailormade lessons to each and every pupil with complete confidence and ease.”

Established in Blackburn in 2014, Jam Coding’s team is made up of ex-teachers from across the North West.

Jennifer continued: “With a wealth of teaching experience behind us, we have a clear understanding of the issues teachers face.

"To put it simply, our platform was designed by teachers, for teachers.”

Jam Coding beat off international competition to win the award (Image: Jam Coding)

Roger Grogan, national director at Jam Coding, added: “What a time to be leading Jam Coding.

"This product is changing the experience of young people and teachers in the delivery and adoption of coding and computing lessons across the UK.

“We are seeing exactly what we set out to achieve: higher levels of engagement, more confidence in teachers, and better outcomes for all.

“It is incredible to be recognised by the Learning and Performance Institute. This accolade is a testament to all the team, area director, and code coaches working across the UK to deliver this product to young people.”