Online 1:6 Classes - Parents' Handbook & FAQs

All you need to know about our online classes

23 articles in this collection
Written by Laura Satkauskaite, Katie, and BlueShift

Quick Start: Summary Guide for Online Classes

How to get your child ready to code online in three simple steps

Written by BlueShift
Updated over a week ago

Touch typing resources

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

How we ensure your child's safety in our online classrooms

At BlueShift education, we are deeply committed to ensuring a secure and safe environment for your child’s learning.

Written by BlueShift
Updated this week

Equipment and setup

What equipment does my child need for remote learning?

Written by Katie
Updated over a week ago

Can I use an iPad or tablet instead of laptop / PC?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

What headset do I need?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

How to get set up on our Virtual Classroom with Zoom

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

How to set up an online code editor and use Zoom in class

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated this week

Create an account for your online class

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

How do I find the link to the class?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated this week

Mini Coders Setup Guide

How to set up and prepare for your Mini Coders class

Written by BlueShift
Updated this week

Python Setup Guide

Before your class, we'll need you to create an account on Trinket.

Written by BlueShift
Updated over a week ago

Minecraft Modding Setup Guide

Excited to get modding? We explain how to prepare for your blue{shift} Minecraft online class

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

Technical information

What internet speed do I need?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

What operating system do I need?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

Booking process

Is there a cut-off for when I can book a course for the following week?

Written by Katie
Updated over a week ago

Can I use childcare vouchers?

Written by Katie
Updated over a week ago

Can I book individual days?

Written by Katie
Updated over a week ago

Online Classes FAQs

What is your lateness and recording policy?

Read more about how we ensure our classes run without disruption

Written by Katie
Updated this week

Is adult presence required?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

Can you teach at locations outside of London?

Written by Katie
Updated over a week ago

I don’t want the teacher and the other children in the class to see my house, can I make the session more private?

Written by Katie
Updated over a week ago

Are online classes appropriate for my child’s age?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago