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CHIQUITOS NIGHT OUT
TODOS JUNTOS
Infant + Toddler
a-b-c's and uno, dos, tres
Wed: 9:15 (6 mos-2 yrs)
Thurs: 9:15 (18 mos-3.5 yrs)
Friday: 10:15 (18 mos-3.5 yrs)
This is structured play-based social starts with Spanish story time, music and singalongs followed by an exploration of sensory play to support language development, cognitive growth, motor skills, problem solving skills and social
We aim to educate the mind, body, and spirit through hands-on exploration, creative cultural experiences, and connecting to the natural world.
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Curated & Unstructured
Wed: 10:15 (6 mos-3 yrs)
Thurs: 10:15 (18 mos-3.5 yrs)
Friday: 9:15 (18 mos-3.5 yrs)
A curated unstructured experience designed to create opportunities for pro-social interactions. Our toddler teacher will facilitate guided games and introduce materials with the intention of coming together in a positive and supportive environment. These collaborative activities will allow children to experiment and explore each other at their own pace.
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Spanish Music Time
Tuesdays
(All Ages Welcome)
9:15 & 10:15
Join Thiago on a musical adventure as we play and sing in Spanish! With the help of finger puppets and props we learn phrases and concepts. We encourage everyone to join in with call and response songs as well as dance and movement routines.
The adventure continues when the shakers, drums and rhythm sticks come out to learn everything from numbers to body parts, animal and even verbs!
You and your chiquitos will be exposed to both traditional and modern children’s songs from all over Latin America and Spain.
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Ballet/Jazz Class
July 8 – August 14
Monday + Wednesday 4 – 5 PM
Saturday: 10-11 AM
Ages 3- 5
This bilingual ballet/jazz class will nurture creativity in movement. Our visiting ballerina from Guadalajara, Mexico will guide your tiny dancers in developing strength, balance, coordination and flexibility while learning basic positions and terminology in both English and Spanish.
This is the perfect class to let your chiquito/a discover how to set her/his heart free with grace, poise and increased self-esteem.
Come for one or both days for 6 weeks!
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6 week course
$120 1x per week
$200 2x per week
$25 drop-in (based on availability)
Elementary School Age
Jr. Aerospace Engineering
Taking to the Skies!
Friday 3:30-4:30 P
May 10 – June 14 PM
Ages: 4–7 years
Aerospace engineers develop new technology for the aviation and astronautical industries it is one of the newest disciplines of engineering.
In partnership with Engineering for Kids, we’ve developed a 6-week bilingual series to introduce our youngest engineers to fundamental concepts of aircraft and spacecraft design. Through open and hands-on exploration, students design and construct airplanes, rockets, hot air balloons, and more!
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Class Packs and Memberships classes can not be used for this session.
6 week session Fee: $162
Drop-in $30 per class
THE WEEKEND PASS
Spanish Vibes…Todo el Fin de Semana
Saturday 9-11 A
Ages: 4–10 years
Do you like what our After School program has to offer but just can’t get to us during the week? Try the 2-hour drop-off social designed as a blend between our After School Social and Camp activities. With our full Spanish immersion approach, we continue to guide your chiquitos through the five stages of language acquisition: comprehension, participation, confidence, literacy and, finally, conversation.
Your chiquitos will be supported in whatever language they feel comfortable speaking. However, our bilingual teachers will always speak and respond in Español, supporting their words with body language, context, gestures, intonation, and visual aids. We will sing, dance, cook, play, invent and create all year long!
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AFTER SCHOOL SOCIAL
Homework or Play, It’s Spanish Everyday
Monday–Friday
3–6 PM
Ages: 4–10 years
Looking to enhance your chiquitos’ school experience by introducing Español to their curriculum? Or perhaps you would like to reinforce what they are currently learning in school? Our after-school social includes homework help in English and Español as well as a wide range of enrichment activities that are geared toward building self-esteem, social skills, and overall confidence in understanding and speaking Spanish. Our teachers and guest instructors will guide and support your chiquitos in the learning process to ensure they have the best experience.
Sample activities to expand your children’s horizons and broaden their vocabulary beyond the basics:
+ Robotics, Short Circuit, lego + Small Hand Engineering
+ Science-based Gardening
+ Visual + Creative Arts
+ Cooking and Baking
+ Science based Gardening
+ Movement
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Book Club
For The Love of Libros!
Grades: 2nd – 6th
1x per month
English and Spanish option
Schedule coming soon!
With the proliferation of book clubs for adults, it’s no wonder that children are wondering: Where are the book clubs for kids? But with homework, sports, and much more competing for your child’s time (and yours) the idea of setting aside a couple of hours every month or two to discuss books can be daunting.
Join The Chiqui Social Chapter Book Club. Every second Friday of the month we will be discussing English and Spanish language books. Check the schedule for your preferred language. Join one or both!
We will read excerpts, provide a snack and have themed activities where applicable.
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$15 per session or $48 per month
Family
¡HORA FELIZ!
Hang Out. Eat Tacos.
First Fridays of the month
5:30–8:00 PM
All Ages Welcome
Hora Feliz is for the entire familia! It’s our ultimate social where parents, kids, and siblings can hang and play. The chiquitos are supervised by our party hosts while the adults catch up with friends.
Don’t be shy, this is a no judgment social where you can meet new people and practice your Spanish speaking skills. If listening to Spanish is more your speed right now, that’s cool, too!
Join us, expand your horizons, and broaden your life experiences. Bring your adult beverage of choice and we will take care of the tacos!
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$25/adult
$10/chiquito/a
Kids 1 year old and under are free.
*Space is limited. Reservations are required.
Chiquitos Night Out
CHIQUITOS NIGHT OUT
Your Social Life Just Went Next-Level
June 8 & June 29
1st and 3rd Saturdays starting in July
5:00–9:00 PM
3 and up
It’s Saturday night and the kids need a night out, too! Your chiquitos will enjoy playtime, crafts, dancing, story time, board games, and more. One or two animated shorts will be used as conversation starters to create play opportunities for children and to provide a cohesively unforgettable experience from beginning to end. This social will aid in getting consistent exposure to Spanish to strengthen their use and understanding and enrich their overall language capacity. PJs and stuffies welcome!
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$45/child
$40/additional sibling
5 pack | $200
*Organic dinner, snacks, and drinks are included.
*Spaces are limited. Reservations required. Must be toilet independent.
Camp
BILINGUAL CULTURE SUMMER ART CAMP
Mi Verano Artesenal
9AM – 3PM
Ages: 4 -10
June 17-21
June 24 – 28
Immerse your kids in art and culture during our two-week bilingual art camp experience.
Chiqui Social’s Bilingual Culture Art Camp explores collaboration, experimentation and visual communication. Campers will work on different mediums and forms of art including painting, drawing, print-making, sculpture, textiles and mixed media to learn about different Latin American cultures and traditions.
Campers will work independently and in groups in this hands-on art learning experience. Plus, they will also enjoy Latin Fitness (kinesthetic exercises) all while honing in on our Spanish speaking skills!
RegisterSpanish Immersion Summer Camp
Best Summer EVER…for Your Chiquitos
9AM – 12PM
9AM – 3PM (Aftercare until 5PM)
Ages: 3 -10
July 8 – August 30
With a focus on communication, conversation, and good old summertime fun, chiquitos, both native and non-native speakers, will learn together. Confidence will grow as word structure, vocabulary, and pronunciation lead to increased fluency.
Campers enjoy fun and engaging experiences, from science projects to culinary experiences in our teaching kitchen to creative arts and crafts, theatre and gardening. exploration.
Our day also includes time at a nearby park for movement, sports, and outdoor games.
Chiquitos will learn about people, each other, cultural diversity, and our world. Our camp creates positive social interactions and a lasting impact on our kid’s confidence and creativity with Spanish!
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Early Bird $400/week
After March 15 $425/week
Early Drop-off | 8:30AM | $5
Extended Day | 3-5 PM | $20
*Organic lunch included
After March 15 $425/week
Early Drop-off | 8:30AM | $5
Extended Day | 3-5 PM | $20
*Organic lunch included
Spring Camp
Who has Spring Fever? We do!
9AM – 12PM or 9AM – 3PM
Ages: 3 -10
March 25 – March 29
April 1 – April 5
April 19
Campers will dig in the dirt and explore our nature curriculum including Spring inspired STEAM activities. Let’s discover the answers to: Why is the Sky Blue? Why does it Rain? What do bees and birds eat? How are Butterflies born? How do flowers & plants grow? Seed sprouting anyone?
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$425/week
$90/day
$15/hour
Early Drop-off | 8:30AM | $5
Extended Day | 3-5 PM | $20
*Organic lunch included
DAY CAMP
¿No Hay Escuela? !No Hay Problema!
9AM – 3PM
Ages: 3 -10
January 21 | Dr. King’s Birthday
January 22 | CC Pupil Free Day
February 18 | President’s Day
April 1 | Cesar Chavez Birthday
We deliver on our core pillars of Culinary Arts in our teaching kitchen, Music, Science, and Creative Arts while also incorporating, Story time, movement, pretend play, brain games, as well as a nature and gardening curriculum. We also incorporate a nature walk and time at nearby Syd Kronenthal Park (2 blocks away) Every day of camp brings a new adventure to creates positive social interactions and a lasting impact on their confidence and creativity.
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$90/day
Early Drop-off | 8:30 AM | $5
Extended Day | 3-5 PM | $20
*Organic lunch included
WINTER CAMP
December 17 – 21
January 1 -4
9AM – 3PM
Ages: 3-10
Ratio: 1:7
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$90/day
Early Drop-off | 8:30AM | $5
Extended Day | 3-5 PM | $20
*Organic lunch included
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