A Logic-First Approach to Coding: Pseudocode Mode Now Live on CodeBash

Hi all,

Just wanted to share a new feature we’ve rolled out on CodeBash that’s already making a noticeable impact in lessons, particularly for SEND learners and students who struggle with syntax.

We’ve added Pseudocode Mode, with full support for the pseudocode conventions used by AQA, OCR, Edexcel and CIE. Students can write solutions using exam-board-aligned keywords and structures, with auto-scaffolding for loops, selection, INPUT/OUTPUT, file handling, and subroutines.

When they convert their work, CodeBash generates Python code with roughly 80% accuracy - enough to give them the full shape of the solution, but purposely leaving space for them to finish the logic, correct the syntax, and debug the remaining issues. They still have to think like programmers, but without the initial cognitive overload that stops many learners before they start.

This has been incredibly effective for students who understand the logic but get blocked by the strictness of Python’s punctuation. By focusing on algorithmic structure first, they transition much more confidently into writing, fixing and testing real code.

It’s been brilliant seeing learners who normally avoid coding suddenly able to express full solutions - and then independently complete the Python afterwards.

If anyone would like a quick demo or wants to trial this with a class, feel free to message me - happy to share access or walk you through it.

eoin@codebash.co.uk

www.codebash.co.uk