THE ENTIRELY FREE PYTHON COURSE

Learn Python.
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15 unitsavailable now

Around 400 activitiesto work through

Entirely freeat your own pace

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

From first output
to working with files.

Start with the basics, then build towards larger programs. Open a stage to see the units inside.

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15 units available now. Planned additions are listed separately.

01
Start with the basicsOutput, input, calculations, decisions and text.
  1. 01

    Output & Variables

    Display text and numbers, store values and use them in your programs.

  2. 02

    Input & Casting

    Ask for input and convert text to numbers when you need to calculate.

  3. 03

    Arithmetic and Expressions

    Work with calculations and understand the order Python evaluates them.

  4. 04

    Selection and Comparisons

    Use comparisons and if, elif and else to make decisions.

  5. 05

    String Manipulation

    Join, extract and format text.

02
Build programs in stepsLoops, functions, breaking down problems and lists.
  1. 06

    Iteration with while

    Repeat instructions while a condition is true, and decide when to stop.

  2. 07

    Iteration with for

    Use for loops to repeat tasks and work through sequences.

  3. 08

    Functions (Subroutines)

    Write reusable functions that take inputs and return results.

  4. 09

    Decomposition and Abstraction

    Break a larger problem into smaller steps you can solve.

  5. 10

    Lists

    Store several values in a list, then access, change and loop through them.

03
Work with dataList algorithms, searching, sorting, libraries and files.
  1. 11

    List Algorithms

    Process lists to find totals, counts, smallest and largest values.

  2. 12

    Searching and Sorting

    Learn how programs find values and put them in order.

  3. 13

    2D Lists

    Organise and access data in rows and columns.

  4. 14

    Built-in Functions and Common Libraries

    Use Python’s built-in tools and libraries such as random.

  5. 15

    File Handling

    Read data from files, write new files and add to existing ones.

What’s in development?

Further units are being developed. These are not included in the available course above.

  • Validation and Edge Case Handling
  • Dictionaries
  • GCSE Algorithmic Project Unit
  • Algorithm Analysis and Trace Tables
  • OOP Foundations
  • A-Level Readiness
COMMON QUESTIONS

Before you start.

Is the course really free?

Yes. The step-by-step Python course is entirely free, whether you study on your own or through school. You do not need a paid school plan to use it.

Do I need to know any Python?

No. The course begins with output and variables, then builds towards more involved programming tasks.

Do I need to install anything?

The course runs in your browser, including the code you write for its activities.

What if my school uses Coding Pathway?

Use the account and class join link your teacher gives you. The course remains free. Your school may also use Coding Pathway for lessons, homework and feedback.

Can I use it to practise for GCSE?

The course includes programming topics used at GCSE, from selection and loops to searching, sorting and file handling. Use the outline above alongside your course specification.

START WHERE YOU ARE

Write your first Python program.

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