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Happy Code


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   10 Oct 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   16 Oct 2025

Happy Code Portugal is a technology and programming school that offers STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education to children and young people aged 5 to 17. Through a variety of programs—including extracurricular courses, holiday bootcamps, workshops, and professional training—it aims to develop future thinkers, creators, and entrepreneurs. The school has already trained over 50,000 students nationwide.

Name in original language

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Initiative overview

Happy Code Portugal is a national initiative dedicated to providing comprehensive digital education to children and young people. The school offers a range of programs designed to foster creativity, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship skills. Key aspects include:

  • Curriculum and Programs: Happy Code provides a complete and continuous curriculum in technology and programming. Programs are available in various formats, including extracurricular courses, holiday bootcamps, workshops, hackathons, and professional training. 
  • Age Range: The programs are designed for children and young people aged 5 to 17, ensuring age-appropriate content and teaching methods.
  • Pedagogical Approach: The teaching methodology is based on the STEAM concept, integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to provide a holistic learning experience.
  • Impact and Reach: Since its inception, Happy Code has trained over 50,000 students across Portugal, demonstrating its significant impact on digital education.
  • Partnerships and Collaborations: Happy Code collaborates with schools, municipalities, companies, and social organizations to expand its reach and enhance the quality of its programs.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

Happy Code

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • Happy Code

Category:

  • National – AI policy initiatives, regulations, guidelines, standards and programmes or projects

Initiative type:

  • Reskilling/upskilling programme

Participating organisations:


Participating countries:


Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2017

Binding:

  • Non-binding

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