Parents, to make it possible to include more classes and maintain our low tuition rates we've shortened our enrichment classes and added new, engaging learning programs for young children. Below is a general overview of our current class schedule and price list. You can also find a printable calendar
here.
Open Studio Monday to Friday 9:00 AM-10:00 AMEach morning will begin with an open studio session, which runs from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. During open studio children are allowed to choose from many of the activities available in our classroom including art, science, sensory, math, literacy, blocks, dramatic play, and more! Activities are carefully selected to provide opportunities to master different learning objectives and are typically based on our overarching study topic for the month. Open studio is available for children of all ages. Open studio is $5 per session or payable by punch card (5 sessions/$20).
History Club Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMOur history curriculum is drawn from
The Story of the World. Students may join us twice weekly or families may choose to purchase the book and read the literacy chapter at home then join us for related, hands-on learning activities on Wednesday. The full program (Tues/Wed mornings) is $45 per month, or the activities-based program is $30 per month per child. History is open to children ages 6-12.
LEGOS/Little BuildersTuesdays 10-11:30 AMJoin us for exploration of LEGOS, Duplos, Brico Blocks, and more! Children develop fine motor, math, and literacy skills as they first explore the manipulative, then join in a thematic story and participate in a cooperative "challenge activity". This class is open to children ages 2-5 (Little Builders) or 4-12 (LEGOS) and costs $5 per session or payable by punch card (5 sessions/$20).
Math Out of the Box Tuesday & Thursday 1-2:30 PM
Join us for an inquiry-based math exploration using the hands-on mathematics curriculum
Math Out of the Box! Our unique math program leads children through the four main areas of mathematics: algebraic thinking, geometric knowledge, measurement benchmarks, and number concepts. Our mixed age grouping allows older students to teach mastered concepts to younger students using our innovative "learning circle" technique. Math Out of the Box is open to K-5 grade levels. Our first 10 week strand will cover algebraic thinking, total cost for the 10-week strand is $120.00
MathMagic Thursdays 10:30-Noon Join us as we count, sort and classify, graph, and more using hands-on, developmentally appropriate, and FUN math activities! Designed for children ages 3-6, cost is $5 per session or payable with punch card ($20/5 sessions)
Stress Free Kids Monday 1:00 PM-3:30 PM (Now Enrolling) or Thursdays 9:30 AM-11:00 AM (Currently Full)We combine a fun, physically engaging Yoga curriculum with Lori Lite's unique "
Stress Free Kids" meditation curriculum, resulting in a program that encourages healthy practices and teaches children to manage stress using deep breathing, meditation, positive affirmations, and progressive muscle relaxation. This class is ideal for children coping with ADD/ADHD, Aspergers Syndrome, and general emotional/behavioral problems--as well as those who just want to be active and have fun!
Interactive Literature Mondays 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMOur interactive literature program brings stories to life! Children participate in a shared literature circle, then join together to participate in hands on activities relating to the story. This program is specifically directed toward our younger learners (3-5) but also includes activities appropriate for older children (6-8). Stories and activities will be based on our overarching monthly topic of study. Cost is $5 per session or payable by punch card (5 sessions for $20)
Super Scientists Wednesday 10:00-11:30 AMJoin our super scientists for hands-on explorations relating to our study topic of the month. Children will learn to use the scientific method to develop a hypothesis, research and experiment, analyze data, and report their discoveries. Our unique "fast facts" record keeping method makes it easy for parents to see what their children are learning! This program is appropriate for all ages (3-12) and costs $5 per session or payable by punch card (5 sessions/$20)
Writer's Workshop Wednesday 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
The ability to clearly explain one's thought process in writing is a key aspect of a child's academic ability. Our "writer's workshop" combines a quick mini-lesson on grammar and mechanics with time for independent writing and the sharing of results. Children will brainstorm topics to write about and work their way through the entire writing/editing process, producing a published piece at the end of a cycle. Children may join in our ongoing workshops at any time, this program is directed toward children ages 6-12, or younger children who are already reading/writing fluently. Cost is $25 per month.
Amazing ArtistsFriday 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Join our amazing artists for hands-on, expressive art activities based on the book
The Language of Art. Children will learn about color, texture, sculpting, drawing, and painting through open exploration of artist-quality materials including tempera and watercolor paints, oil and chalk pastels, and earth clay. Children will also have the chance to explore with acrylics and create their own finished, framable work of art. Ongoing, children may join at any time. Cost is $5 per session or payable with punch card (5 sessions/$20)
Meet the Masters Friday 1:00 PM-2:30 PMJoin Van Gogh, Picasso, and more as we explore using the popular multi-media based curriculum,
Meet the Masters. Children ages 5-12 join in multi-media based presentations on the focus artist, complete a self-directed study guide relating to the art technique, and then join in to create a masterpiece of their own based on that artist's style. This class is designed for children who have had some experience working freely with art materials and are ready to move on to more structured arts-based activities. Classes are taught in a 7-week strand with a different artists featured each week, cost for the entire strand is $90, which includes a single user license for online access to the resources for use at home ($35 value).
Developmental Preschool Monday through Friday 9:00 AM-NoonChildren ages 2-5 years are welcome to join us for our cost-effective developmental preschool program. Our developmental preschool includes many of our hands-on enrichment classes, but also incorporates a full developmental assessment and individualized learning plans for each student, with goals developed cooperatively with parents. Each child receives individual, small group, and whole group instruction opportunities throughout the day, with plenty of time for child-directed play and social engagement and several opportunities to participate in structured, teacher-directed learning activities. Our developmental preschool serves typically developing children as well as children with special educational rights (learning differences, autism spectrum, behavioral challenges, etc).
Comprehensive Assessment/Enrollment Fee: $35.00
1 day transition program (2's to young 3's) $60 per month
2 day program $80 per month
3 day program $180 per month
4 day program $190 per month
5 day program $200 per month
*$5 discount if paid by the first of the month
Day School Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-3:00 PMWant more than just enrichment classes? Sign your K-5th grader up for our day school program. They get the chance to engage in all of our great enrichment classes and learning clubs as well as individualized and small group tutoring in literacy (phonics and grammar) and mathematics skills. Each child has their own individualized learning plan, created cooperatively with parents, teachers and the student. Half day program (9 to Noon or Noon to 3 PM) also available, you pick the days of the week based on your schedule and classes of interest.
Comprehensive Assessment/Enrollment Fee: $75.00
2 days per week $400 Full Day/$200 Half Day
3 Days Per Week $240 Full Day/$120 Half Day
2 Days Per Week $160 Full Day/$80 Half Day
To make this option affordable to families we offer a
50% Sibling Discount for our day school students
Private Tutoring As ScheduledPrivate tutoring is available in phonics, grammar, math, and study skills for children ages 3-12. Cost is $15 per 30 minute session. Children will work individually with our instructors using well-known, Classical education based curriculums including Phonics Pathways, First Language Lessons, and Saxon Math.
*NEW* Autism Intervention As ScheduledOur autism intervention program integrates children into our existing class sessions with the added support needed for students on the autism spectrum and additional one-on-one treatment sessions (30 minutes per 3 hour session). We are a methodology-friendly environment, meaning we incorporate various methods including behavioral interventions (ABA), child-centered interventions such as Floor Time/DIR, and relationship based interventions such as RDI. We work with families to develop a program based on their child's individual learning program specifically based on input from parents and other care providers. In order to allow for flexible treatment methods our instructors come from a variety of backgrounds, most with experience as therapists in a variety of settings. We are able and willing to work cooperatively with certified consultants as needed. Cost for this program is $15 per hour if implementing our own treatment plan, or $10 per hour if working with a consultant. Children will be provided with 1:1 or 1:2 supervision and intervention as needed.
Families are welcome to provide their own shadows, if you choose to do so fees are reduced by 50%. After School Adventures Club Monday-Friday 3-4:30 PMWe're now accepting applications for our after school adventure clubs! We need 4 children signed up for each class in order to carry the class options, classes are open to ages 3-12. The following programs are now enrolling (see above for class descriptions):
Mondays 3:00-4:30 PM Interactive Literature $5 per session
Tuesday 3:00-4:30 PM LEGO/Little Builders $5 per session
Wednesday 3:00-4:30 PM Writer's Workshop $10 per session OR $25/month
Thursday 3:00-4:30 PM Stress Free Kids (Yoga/Meditation) $12 per session OR $45/month
Friday 3:00-4:30 PM Amazing Artists $5 per session
Full After School Adventure Clubs Program (Monday-Friday 3:00-4:30 PM) $80 per month,
extended care available 4:30-6:30 PM @ $2.50 per hour (minimum 4 kids)
Our stress free kids learned about positive affirmations this week! We read the story The Affirmation Web by Lori Lite and created our own "affirmation web" by passing our yarn "web" from one person to another as they shared their affirmations. The children then drew and colored their own web with positive affirmations: "I am smart", "I can make good choices", "I can choose my feelings".
