About Us
Founded in 2017, Bestcoder is an international education institution specializing in programming and robotics for young learners. With campuses in North Shore, East Auckland, and Central Auckland, we provide structured and professional programs for students aged 6–18, covering Scratch, Roblox, Python, C++, robotics engineering, artificial intelligence, and international competitions.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: “Technology changes the world, programming connects the future.” By cultivating computational thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, we prepare students to thrive in the digital era and compete on a global stage.
Our Mission & Strengths
- Global Perspective: Our curriculum is aligned with international education trends, drawing strengths from New Zealand, the UK, and China.
- Comprehensive Pathway: From early coding exposure to advanced programming, and from basic robotics to international competition training, we provide a continuous learning journey.
- Academic & Practical Integration: Through Project-Based Learning and Competition-Oriented Training, students gain not only knowledge but also real-world application skills.
- International Accreditation: Bestcoder is the only official testing center in New Zealand accredited by the China Institute of Electronics (CIE) and offers EXIN International Certifications, enabling students to obtain globally recognized IT credentials.
Achievements & Awards
- FIRST LEGO League (FLL): Teams qualified for New Zealand Nationals multiple times and represented NZ in global challenges.
- VEX Robotics Competition: Students have repeatedly achieved outstanding results at regional and international levels.
- USACO, NZOI, and other programming contests: Many students advanced to higher levels and achieved strong rankings in global assessments.
Learning Environment
- Bestcoder provides a professional yet welcoming environment for students:
- State-of-the-art Facilities: Equipped with high-performance computers, robotics kits, 3D printers, and electronic lab equipment.
- Safe & Comfortable Spaces: Classrooms designed to encourage collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
- International Exchange Opportunities: Students can interact, collaborate, and compete with peers from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
Faculty
- Bestcoder provides a professional yet welcoming environment for students:
- State-of-the-art Facilities: Equipped with high-performance computers, robotics kits, 3D printers, and electronic lab equipment.
- Safe & Comfortable Spaces: Classrooms designed to encourage collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
- International Exchange Opportunities: Students can interact, collaborate, and compete with peers from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
Alex
PhD in Education
Specialized in Project-Based Learning
Published multiple international papers
Researches the relationship between programming and children’s creativity
Jared
PhD, University of Auckland
Bestcoder course designer
Teaches programming and FLL robotics competition courses
Annie
PhD, University of Auckland
Designer of Bestcoder C++ courses
Years of experience as an algorithm engineer
Teaches advanced programming courses
Dan
PhD candidate, University of Auckland
Research area: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Python programming and AI algorithm development
Former lecturer at a Chinese undergraduate university
Johnny
PhD, University of Auckland
Specialized in Artificial Intelligence
Experienced in various programming competitions
Teaches programming courses at all levels
Shirley
PhD, University of Auckland
Holds four Chinese and international invention patents
Former head of the Robotics Technology Research Office
Ray
Bachelor in Computer Science, Victoria University
Former lead of Tauranga AI project development
Robotics programming coach
Led the team to participate in the 2024 FLL Asia-Pacific Championship
Daniel
BSc & MSc in Mathematics, University of Liverpool, UK
PhD in Computer Science, University of Liverpool, UK
Visiting scholar at the University of Auckland
Leon
Research Master’s, University of Auckland
Certified in AI courses by National Taiwan University
Former VEX Robotics Club mentor
Bestcoder Robotics Coach
Tian
Senior Software and Game Development Expert
Over 10 years of teaching experience
CTO of a gaming company
Instructor at MIT New Zealand
Our Belief
We firmly believe that the future belongs to those who can create, innovate, and solve problems through technology.
BestCoder offers top-quality education in Auckland, specializing in programming and robotics.
Our Contact
- 106A Bush Road, Albany, Auckland
- 021 259 8140
- bestcoder@bestcoder.co.nz