About our coding school
We're rebuilding education from the ground up. No teachers, no tuition, just code.
Our Origin Story
01 Founders London was born from a simple belief: that access to quality education should not be a privilege, but a right.
Founded as part of the 01Edu network, we draw inspiration from the revolutionary model pioneered by 42 Paris in 2013. 01Edu has since expanded to create free coding schools across Europe, training thousands of developers through peer-to-peer learning and project-based education.
In London, we are building on this legacy while adapting to the unique challenges and opportunities of the UK's tech ecosystem. Our mission is to democratize access to software engineering education, creating pathways for talented individuals who might otherwise never enter the tech industry.
Our Mission & Values
Free Education
No tuition fees, no hidden costs. We believe quality education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial background.
Peer-to-Peer Learning
Learning from and teaching each other creates stronger developers. Our methodology emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and community building.
Radical Transparency
We do not make false promises. We share real outcomes, real challenges, and real opportunities so you can make informed decisions.
Backed By Industry Leaders
Founders Forum
Global community of top tech entrepreneurs
01Edu
World-leading peer-to-peer pedagogy creator
Capital City College Group
London's largest further education college group
Meet the Team
Salaheddine Hadj Said
Head of Tech and Pedagogy
Former tech lead at a Fortune 500 company, passionate about democratizing education. 15+ years in software engineering and team leadership.
Godfrey Orlandi
Vocational Coach
Curriculum designer with experience from 42 Paris and Makers Academy. Expert in peer-to-peer learning methodologies.
Stefan Cornea
TechOps
Our London Campus
01 Founders London
Located in the heart of London's tech district, our campus provides a modern, collaborative learning environment designed for intensive programming education.
Address: 01Founders, Longford St, London NW1 3HB
Hours: 8am - 11pm, 7 days a week
Facilities: High-speed internet, modern workstations, collaboration spaces
Transport: Near Regent's Park, Great Portland Street stations
Campus Features
Part of the Global 01Edu Network
We are proud to be part of a worldwide movement transforming software engineering education.
15+
Campuses worldwide
50K+
Students trained
90%
Employment rate
Ready to Join Our Community?
Be part of the next generation of software engineers trained through free, peer-to-peer learning.