closeWe prepare children for reading and writing with a multi-sensory approach, including phonics and language experiences. Language materials are carefully sequenced, so children’s awareness of phonics rules gradually increases. Children acquire language naturally as they absorb what is spoken in their environment. They build their vocabulary through oral and written literacy. Sensory experiences with sand, paint, foam, chalk, oil pastels, and even shaving cream help keep learning letters fun. We have a blast singing, writing, tracing, drawing, hiding, and seeking our letters!
Preschool
Classroom Areas
CLASSROOM AREAS
Language and Literacy
Arts and crafts
Scribbling with markers and crayons is a skill that sets the foundation for learning to write. Holding a paintbrush, stringing beads, and cutting with scissors all hone fine motor skills, which aids in things like learning to tie shoes, fasten buttons, and hold utensils. Mastering skills, completing art projects, and learning to express themselves in new ways help kids gain confidence and perseverance and practice patience. These things also help kids develop positive emotional responses to stressful situations. Painting, drawing, and sculpting help develop visual-spatial skills, especially in toddlers.
Arts and crafts
Culinary
The kitchen table begins the journey of sensory learning. Cooking engages the five senses through hands-on experiences: seeing, touching, hearing, smelling, and tasting. Cooking and baking can help young kids learn and practice basic math concepts and build vocabulary. The experience of creating meals helps build their self-confidence and lay the foundation for healthy eating habits. Our gardening and culinary curriculum also teaches us about the seasons. We explore fruits and vegetables weekly to learn about new flavors and tastes. These activities help children draw their own conclusions, form an appreciation for food, and learn the concept of cooking and baking with love!
Sensory exercises
All information young children take in goes through their five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch). We design sensory activities to help refine these senses to help children achieve more detailed forms of classification in their brains. Each material isolates one defining quality such as color, weight, shape, texture, or size. Sensory materials help the child to distinguish, categorize, and relate to new information they already know.
Dramatic Play
An atmosphere of work permeates the room when children are busy with free play. Play is the work of the child. They are learning to develop a rich imagination to serve their reading comprehension as they take words on the page and transform them into narrative memory. They are also learning to compromise with their peers, communicate their desires, carry tasks to completion, and problem-solve with others. These are some of the last years for them to hone these essential skills, which will deepen and guide their academic lives throughout grade school.
Dramatic Play
math and science
Through the use of manipulatives, games, projects, and experiments, children learn basic principles of math and the scientific process. In science, the child’s natural curiosity is stimulated through discovery projects, experiments, and exploration of our outdoor environment. Learning these concepts will help prepare them to think critically and logically for our future world problems. Your preschooler will learn how to count, find and form shapes and patterns, measure, and sorts, categorizes, and compares objects, and interacts with and learns about nature.
music
Music is one of the most effective ways to acquire a second language. Children are attracted to different sounds, rhythms, and musical instruments. Music help develops their minds, Spanish language, and body by learning to sing and move to the lyrics, instruments, and rhythms. Your heart will burst when you hear your chiquitos sing the traditional, classic, and heartfelt songs passed down from generation to generation throughout Latin America and Spain.
practical life
Practical life activities help children care for themselves as well as the environment around them. These activities aim to aid in discipline, organization, independence, and self-esteem through concentration on a precise and completed cycle of work. All the practices of these life lessons fall into the following categories: care of the person, care of the environment, fine motor development, gross motor skills, grace, and courtesy.
dance and movement
Movement is another creative expression where students are encouraged to use their bodies through yoga, dance, and fun obstacle courses. Children use their imagination and develop coordination and mindfulness, which is key to a child’s emotional regulation.
Day Camp
Spanish Immersion & Bilingual Camp Programs
Programs
SPRING CAMP
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March 24 – April 18
Join us for a fun and engaging Spring Camp where kids ages 3-7 can learn Spanish through interactive themes like the rainforest, ocean adventures, and farmyard fun! Each day, children will explore new vocabulary through crafts, songs, and games, all designed to immerse them in the language in a playful, hands-on way. Perfect for young learners, our camp fosters creativity and confidence while building Spanish skills.
A Day in the Rainforest
Campers will explore the vibrant rainforest while learning Spanish! They’ll discover animals, plants, and ecosystems through fun activities like creating animal masks, singing jungle songs, and outdoor games. Vocabulary focuses on nature, animals, and colors.
Ocean Adventures
Dive into the wonders of the ocean! Kids will learn Spanish words for sea creatures and marine life as they craft their own sea animal puppets, sing ocean-themed songs, and participate in water-based games. A perfect way to build vocabulary while exploring the deep blue sea.
Farmyard Fun
Get ready for a trip to the farm! Campers will learn about farm animals, crops, and daily life on a farm, all while speaking Spanish. Activities include making animal crafts, learning farm-themed songs, and playing outdoor games inspired by life on the farm. This theme helps kids expand their vocabulary while exploring the world of agriculture.
SUMMER CAMP
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With a focus on communication, conversation, and good old summertime fun, chiquitos, both native and non-native speakers, will learn together in our Spanish Immersion camp. We will venture to visit Spanish-speaking countries all over Latin America. Our holistic approach towards acquiring Spanish starts by creating experiences to create without bounds in expression & thinking openly. Campers use their organic ability to play with existing knowledge of Spanish to create new ideas with a holistic disposition & outcome. As campers engage in hands-on projects, we practice mindfulness to welcome awareness, resilience & flow. Campers enjoy art, cooking, music, science, building, creative writing, drawing, movement, outside play, water days, and games. Camp creates positive social interactions and a lasting impact on children’s confidence and creativity as chiquitos learn about people, each other, cultural diversity, and our world.
THANKSGIVING CAMP
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Our Thanksgiving Day Camp offers a festive and educational experience for children, featuring a full Spanish Immersion program and a bilingual option.
Kids will create Thanksgiving and fall-themed arts and crafts, explore festive songs, and play simple instruments while participating in rhythm-building games. They’ll also enjoy fun activities like turkey trot races and scavenger hunts.
Our camp blends creativity, learning, and holiday traditions for a fun and enriching experience!
WINTER CAMP
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December 16 – January 3
Welcome to our bilingual and Spanish Immersion Winter Camp.This camp offers a fun blend of language learning, cultural exploration, and winter activities. With the support of passionate bilingual educators, children will enjoy interactive storytelling, festive crafts, and traditional games—all designed to make learning Spanish a joyful experience. They’ll also discover Hispanic holiday customs, fostering a global perspective. Join us for a winter filled with laughter, learning, and fun! ¡Bienvenidos a la diversión invernal! (Welcome to winter fun!)
At our camps, your child will:
Engage in play-based learning designed to build language skills
Explore diverse cultures and traditions from Spanish-speaking countries
Build friendships and develop social-emotional skills in a bilingual setting
Have a blast with activities like arts and crafts, dance, sensory play, and games
Whether you’re looking for a full week or a single-day drop-in, we provide a welcoming space for children to thrive while acquiring Spanish naturally. Join us for a season of learning and fun!
THE DETAILS
Hours: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm (extended care 3:00 – 5:00)
Who: Ages 3-7 (1:6 Ratio)
Where: Mar Vista | 12306 Venice Blvd.
What to bring: snack, lunch, and water bottle, bathing suit and towel for water days.
SCHEDULE
8:30 – 9:15 AM ARRIVAL | WELCOME
9:30 AM MORNING MEETING
10:00 AM SNACK
10:30 AM WORKSHOP 1
11:15 AM GROUP GAMES
12:00 PM LUNCH & OUTDOOR PLAY
1:00 PM WORKSHOP 2
2:00 PM ACTIVITY CENTERS
2:30 PM SNACK AND END OF DAY RALLY
3:00 PM PICK UP
3:00 – 5:00 PM EXTENDED CARE
TUITION
$115/day | $485/week | $25/day (extended care)
CANCELATION POLICY
A full refund will be given for cancelations three weeks or more before the start of camp, minus a $75 cancellation fee. A 50% refund will be given within three weeks of the start of camp. No refunds for cancelations within two weeks of the start of camp.
A full refund will be given for cancelations three weeks or more before the start of camp, minus a $75 cancellation fee. A 50% refund will be given within three weeks of the start of camp. No refunds for cancelations within two weeks of the start of camp.
CAMPS AND DROP-IN CARE
Enrichment
Looking to enhance your chiquitos’ school experience by introducing Español to their curriculum? Or perhaps you are looking to reinforce what they are currently learning in school? Our after-school social includes 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 will guide and support your chiquitos in the learning process to ensure they have the best experience.
Afterschool activities that will expand your children’s horizons and broaden their vocabulary beyond the basics include:
- Science-based Garden Lessons
- Instruments: Play and Education
- Theatre: From Playwriting to Performance and Dance
- Visual Arts: Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Sculpture,
- Music
- Home Economics
- Arts and Crafts
- Literacy and Math
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