A learn to code platform built for kids of all ages
From beginner to experts, learn to code through playful challenges and real projects!
Make amazing art, music, games, whilst learning to code!
Results that speak for themselves
1.1 million
users learning code with Kano every day
380+
5-star reviews from users and professionals
3 billion
lines of code written by young coders
2.4 million
coding projects completed globally
What is Kano World?
Level up your coding skills with easy to follow courses and tutorials
Start slow, learn fast, get awesome.
Unleash creativity though coding challenges and projects
From music to art, learn by creating, not consuming.
Become part of something bigger
Proudly share your creations with your world and discover new projects with 1.1m users.
Loved and trusted by parents and leaders
“Kano is pretty awesome for teaching kids to code. We started with Kano’s Happy Potter magic wand kit and then August got into their web coding tools too.”
Marc Zuckerberg
Facebook Co-founder
“For anyone looking to get their badass girls (and boys) writing code, here is my daughter’s fav platform.”
CHRIS SACCA
Venture Investor, Company Advisor, Entrepreneur and Lawyer
“A way for anyone to stumble onto their affinity and passion for computer technology”
STEVE WOZNIAK
Apple Co-founder, Kano Backer
“This is such a great initiative! Can’t wait to put together my first computer.”
Novak Djokovic
“This is such a great initiative! Can’t wait to put together my first computer.”
“There’s enormous value to platforms like Kano which add hardware, software, peripherals and documentation to the Pi to make it more appealing to users who are under-served by the standard offering.”
EBEN UPTON
Inventor of Raspberry Pi
An immersive world of code, creativity & learning
Kano Code
Kano Code empowers anyone to engage with technology by creating art, games, music, and more. With simple blocks that transform into powerful JavaScript apps, no prior coding experience is required to get started!
Make Art
Use typed code to create your own works of art. Design and interact with images while learning the language of the web. Perfect for beginners!
Pixel Motion
The pixel drawing editor allows you to create animations in minutes. Design anything from baseballs flying into space to cows swimming in the ocean. If you can imagine it, you can bring it to life.
Make Music
Create music through fun and educational activities and exercises. Draw inspiration from the sounds in your surroundings and daily life to express yourself through sound.
News, tutorials, tips and articles from team Kano
Frequently asked questions
Is Kano World being upgraded?
Yes, and we can't wait for you to see what we've been working on! Our team has been burning the midnight oil to bring you a brand-new, totally refreshed version. Get ready for an experience that’s not only packed with awesome new features but also super smooth and user-friendly.
When will Kano World get back up and running?
In 2024 we'll be releasing new features, a sleek design, and all the functionality you need to make your Kano World journey even better. Sign up to be the first to hear when we're live!
What is Kano World?
Kano World is a learn to code platform built for kids of all ages. Through an online account, users can create games, animations and art, share them with the Kano community, remix other users' work, participate in challenges, and more.
Who can use Kano World?
Kano is designed for students aged 8-14, typically in grades 4-8 in the US or Key Stage 2 and early Key Stage 3 in the UK. Whilst younger children (ages 6-7) might need extra help with reading instructions and typing, older students can explore physical computing with additional sensors or boards and undertake advanced coding projects in Scratch or Python.