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Coding Challenges for GCSE and A Level Computer Science

Attached is a collection of coding challenges. The best way to learn and get better at programming is to practise, but it is often difficult to know what to make. Working through these challenges will increase you skill set and familiarity with programming. 

Remember, we program using python in high school (years 7-11) and C# at sixth form. 

Programming IDEs (or you can code online using Replit)

Python: Thonny, Hartismere python online (no saving)

C#: Sharp Develop (old but lightweight), Visual Studio Community

Documents

In this section...

How robots are taking over warehouse work

Toyota Virtual Plant Tour

Taking A Level Computer Science

A Level CS: Algorithm Assembly Instructions

See also...

1.6 Systems Security Flashcards | Quizlet

Year 7

SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social & Cultural) Learning

Binary addition 1

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Skillsometer

Useful Websites

Personal Development

Useful Websites

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Explore...

Python Cheat Sheet

Results

Examination Certificates

Candidate Information - Coursework Assessments

Do the Right Thing Scene Analysis

C# Cook Book // Mastermind (Console)

C# Cook Book // Word Search (Console)

Candidate Information - Non-examination assessments

C# Cook Book // Conversation (Console)

Using social media and examinations/assessments

New...

7yH Cover

In the news: PHP Vulnerability

Vacancies

December 2026 Mock Examinations

Parents Evening :: Year 10

SENDCo

Ski Trip 2027 Information

Parents Evening :: Year 12

Discover...

Programming GCSE CS A Level CS Computer Science GCSE C# CPU Invigilators Photography English ZEN GCSE Drama Examinations A Level Working Food Design Technology Digital Test Python CIEAG Sharp Minds Physical Education

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