Online 1:6 Classes - Parents' Handbook & FAQs

All you need to know about our online classes

24 articles in this collection
Written by Laura Satkauskaite, BlueShift, and Izzie Curtis

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 over a week ago

Equipment and setup

What equipment does my child need for remote learning?

Written by Izzie Curtis
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 over a week ago

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 over a week ago

Mini Coders Setup Guide

How to set up and prepare for your Mini Coders class

Written by BlueShift
Updated over a week ago

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

Staying Safe on Roblox

Tips on making sure your child is staying safe whilst having fun coding with Roblox

Written by Izzie Curtis
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 Izzie Curtis
Updated over a week ago

Can I use childcare vouchers?

Written by Izzie Curtis
Updated over a week ago

Can I book individual days?

Written by Izzie Curtis
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 Izzie Curtis
Updated over a week ago

Is adult presence required?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago

Can you teach at locations outside of London?

Written by Izzie Curtis
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 Izzie Curtis
Updated over a week ago

Are online classes appropriate for my child’s age?

Written by Laura Satkauskaite
Updated over a week ago