You might think that making computer games is beyond the reach of schoolchildren, but there are tools that can enable children as young as seven to create their own playable computer games.  Since 2003 we've run numerous after-school clubs, holiday schools and workshops , teaching children from 7-18 years old how to create their own games.  You can play some of the games created by the youngest of these at Reignhead Primary School by following this link.  You can read about this and my other activities making games with children in this article from Develop Magazine.
There are currently few support networks for teachers wanting to try out this kind of activity in schools.  This site is a modest attempt to provide such a resource in the form of information, contacts and teaching resources to help introduce more children to the rewarding and educational experience of creating their own games.

 

Why should you bother, how much will it cost and how much technical know-how will you need?

Tools used for game-creation reviewed according to their suitability for different age groups.

A collection of lesson plans about or related to making games. 

A forum for educators making games in clubs or schools.