Our Enriched Classes and Programming by Age and Developmental Milestone
The Kids Club SI's early childhood experts have uniquely developed and continuously refined our proprietary curriculum to reflect the latest scientific research for every important stage during the early years of your child's life. Our highly acclaimed parent-child program classes, lovingly popularized as "mommy and me classes," are stage-based: intentionally organized by age and milestone in order to best support your child's development from ages 0 to 5 years.
Our readiness enrichment programs for children ages 2 to 5 years utilize learning through play methods combined with traditional academics taught in the most fun and engaging way possible - all while still being developmentally appropriate and advanced in comparison to other local programs.
Discover why we're known for having the best play, music and art classes and readiness programs on Staten Island by joining the fun!
Parent-Child Program Play and Learn Class Stages
Stage 1: Play
Infants and Babies
Ages: Birth - 6 Months
This class is specially designed for pre-mobile infants and serves as a gentle introduction to our indoor play equipment, including parachute play, while giving the right age-appropriate stimulation to your baby. Our teacher led discussion provides you with valuable information and a network of support during these early months of your baby’s life.
Stage 2: Play
Sitters and Crawlers
Ages: 6 - 12 Months
This class is specially designed for babies who are confident sitters and beginning crawlers. We focus on equipment activities designed to develop upper body strength, stability and coordination on a weekly rotation. Parent sharing, parachute time, bubbles and songs add to the fun and learning!
Stage 3: Play
Cruisers and Early Walkers
Ages: 10 - 16 Months
This class is specially designed for babies and toddlers who are “cruising” (walking while holding onto objects) and those just learning how to walk. We emphasize pre-walking and early walking skills using equipment activities designed to enhance balance, strength, confident walking, coordination and lots of socialization. We work with ramps, stairs, climbers and sides to promote healthy growth.
Stage 4: Play
Walkers, Runners and Climbers
Ages: 16 - 24 Months
This class is specially designed for confident walkers, runners and climbers. We focus on learning concepts like up and down, big and little, in and out which encourages their exploration and helps build motor skills. Indoor play equipment activities, parachute play and songs provide a balance of play, physical challenges, language enrichment and peer interaction with other toddlers.
Stage 5: Play
Active Imagination, Adventurers and Creative Explorers
Ages: 2 - 3 Years
This class focuses on learning through imaginative themes that come to life as you and your chlid explore through adventure stories, movements, puppetry and songs.
Stage 6: Play
Sports, Exercise, Healthy Kids and Yoga Fun
Ages: 3 - 5 Years
This class focuses on non-competitive pre-sports and exercise skills to promote healthy activity. We work on skills like throwing, catching, kicking and tumbling that are combined with creative movements and props. We introduce your little ones to sports like soccer, baseball, basketball and even golf! We start each class by stretching and exercising. It is a very active class!
Parent-Child Program Music Class Stages
Music 1: Foundations Ages: 3 - 16 Months
Musical learning begins here. Kids Club Music 1 offers a sensory rich and caring environment where infants and babies and their caregivers provide the opportunity to strengthen your connection with your child through joyful music making experiences.
Music 2: Discovery Ages: 16 - 36 Months
Kids Club Music 2 classes encourage toddlers to discover their own ideas and explore. Each class offers plenty of fun through singing, dancing and instrument play. These kids explore their new movement and language skills with a sense of security, comfort and confidence.
Music 3:
Creativity
Ages: 3 - 5 Years
Kids Club Music 3 classes engage children’s love of music and activate their imaginations. A wide range of learning opportunities boosts language skills, confidence, independence, social skills and self-control.
Parent-Child Program Art Class Stages
Art 1: Foundations Ages: 3 - 16 Months
Art learning starts here. Kids Club Messy Art 1 offers a wonderful interactive way to learn, explore and engage your babies. We are sure to engage most senses in each class. **Please remember to notify us of any allergies as we will be exploring through different foods like gelatin and food coloring as well with things like shaving cream.**
Art 2:
Discovery
Ages: 16 - 36 Months
Kids Club Art 2 classes give children a fun, positive means of self-expression and an enhanced creative spirit. Participate with your curious toddler as they explore arts and crafts through many different sensory-tactile experiences, such as sculpting, painting, coloring, singing, movement activities and story time. Join us to see your child grow in so many ways.
Art 3:
Creativity
Ages: 2 1/2 - 5 Years
Kids Club Art 3 classes engage children’s love of art and unleash their imaginations. In a world of hands-on learning discovery, watch your child’s creativity blossom and motor skills soar with each new experience at our art class. During our class, your child will paint life-size pictures, create a variety of crafts, play dress-up, enjoy story time and movement activities. Come experience the joy of creativity as your child’s shapes and colors evolve into masterpieces.
Parent-Child Program Yoga Class Stages
Yoga Fun 1: Foundations Ages: 3 - 16 Months
Parent and me yoga begins here. Yoga Fun 1 is where we encourage new parents to bring your babies (3 - 16 months) as we include infant massage, movement and bonding exercises. Most importantly, we practice restorative poses to help new parents cope with modified sleep schedules in this exciting, sometimes-challenging new time. All parents are welcome!
Yoga Fun 2: Discovery Ages: 16 - 36 Months
Get ready for giggles, stretches, and smiles in our lively Yoga Fun 2 class! Join our toddler yogis as they explore yoga through imaginative play, games, and music, fostering happy hearts, healthy bodies, and a whole lot of fun! Parents alongside their kids are invited to join the fun too, creating special bonding moments during this joyful adventure.
Yoga Fun 3:
Creativity
Ages: 3 - 5 Years
Yoga Fun 3 provides children with an environment of support and encouragement allowing them to reach for their dreams and help them to realize they have endless potential. Each class will allow children to have fun while we explore yoga through storytelling, playful poses, games, imagination, creativity, positive messages, laughter and relaxation.
Preschool Prep Readiness Enrichment Classes
Readiness: “First Time Alone” Class
Ages: 2 - 3 years old
"First Time Alone" is an introductory drop-off readiness enrichment program for ages 2 to 3 at The Kids Club SI. It is also one of the only prep programs on Staten Island taught by teachers whose training is focused on general early education specifically and the learning through play methodology - the scientifically proven way that children of this age range best learn and retain core information.
Our interactive curriculum is an independent participation program that nourishes the cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of children aged 2 to 3 year olds. This is a 2 hour and 25 minute class without a parent present.
Cannot be booked online. Please contact our office at (917) 830-1500 or customercare@thekidsclubsi.com for more information including pricing, scheduling and more!
Readiness: “On My Own” Class
Ages: 3 - 5 years old
"On My Own" is a drop-off readiness enrichment program for ages 3 to 5 at The Kids Club SI. Our curriculum and instruction methods allow us to focus on the development of the whole child and laying down the foundation for a lifetime of learning success. Our kids go on to succeed at high-levels in both private and public kindergarten settings.
Our program is a 2 days per week learning experience without parent. The innovative curriculum of this program employs interactive literacy and thematic learning experiences that strengthen social, intellectual and physical skills in every child through language, math, science, social studies, gym, dance and art.
Cannot be booked online. Please contact our office at (917) 830-1500 or customercare@thekidsclubsi.com for more information including pricing, scheduling and more!