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Multiple ways to participate
Whether you're a student ready to code, a teacher wanting to inspire your pupils, or someone looking to volunteer, there's a place for you in the IglooCode community.
IglooCode 2026 applications will open early in the new year. Sign up below to be notified when registration begins.
For students
KS3 pupils (ages 11-14) from Northern Irish schools can compete in teams of 2-4 students.
Complete beginners welcome!
- • Zero coding experience required - Teamwork makes the dream work!
- • Form teams with friends or classmates
- • Challenges designed for complete beginners to advanced whizz kids!
- • Win prizes for your school
Registration opens early 2026
For teachers
Bring your students to experience competitive programming and industry insights.
- • Free event for schools
- • Professional development opportunity
- • Network with other educators
- • Inspire students' tech careers
For volunteers
Sixth form and university students can help run the event and mentor participants.
- • Gain valuable event experience
- • Mentor younger students
- • Build your CV
- • Make industry connections