I'm trying not to have a major panic attack wondering whether or not my middle daughter will get into the Corey Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language. She so desperately wants to join her big sister there. And we won't find out until April. Deep breaths. Big, deep breaths.
But I still have one in preschool. And I'm looking at non-traditional programs for her. Because sometimes learning doesn't happen in a traditional classroom. And there are some awesome programs out there, if you are willing to drive (and pay, let's be honest).
So, here they are. Some very awesome programs that aren't too much of a drive that will foster your child's learning in a non-traditional way!
Zoo Preschool at the Fort Worth Zoo (https://www.fortworthzoo.org/education/camps-programs/zoo-preschool/)
Zoo preschool is offered during the school year for kiddos ages 3-5 (you must be 3 by September 1 of 2017 to enroll for next year). Classes meet once per week on the day of your choosing, from 9 to 12 or 1 to 4. Tuition for the year is $850 (zoo members will receive a discount). Curriculum is based around animals.
Zoo Preschool at the Dallas Zoo (http://www.dallaszoo.com/education/camps-classes/preschool/)
Dallas Zoo's preschool runs on a semester basis, fall semester and spring semester. Classes are held Friday from 9 am to 2 pm. The theme for this semester's class is From Apes to Zebras, the animal alphabet. Non-zoo members cost is $490 per child for the 13-week semester (this semester starts 2/17). Class on March 3 is held at the Children's Aquarium at Fair Park. For kiddos age 3-5.
Nature School at River Legacy (http://riverlegacy.org/nature-school)
This program comes highly recommended by a number of local moms. Classes are held weekly and divided by age. Classes are offered for kids ages 3-4. Class goes on for the duration of the school year; there is a new 4 year old class that meets twice weekly. Kids interact with nature each class, weather-permitting. Child to teacher ratio is 9-12 kiddos and 2 teachers. From the website: Kids get a "balanced curriculum encourages a hands-on, minds-on exploration of nature – enhanced through music, art, literature and dramatic play.'
Museum School at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History (http://www.fwmuseum.org/museum-school)
While the schedule for the next school year is not yet available, the museum does offer a preschool class for kiddos ages 3 to 5. Each week kids get to learn and discover new and exciting things at the museum. Classes and times vary but are available daily. Check the website mid-February for information for next school year.
Early Childhood Education at the Perot Museum (http://www.perotmuseum.org/events-and-programs/early-childhood/index.html)
The Perot Museum in Dallas offers mom and me classes that center around art for kiddos ages 18 months all the way to 5 years. Each week has a different theme where kiddos can create masterpieces to take home. You can pay per class. $20 per kid, $10 per adult. Members receive a discount. Classes are held Monday for 3-5 year olds, Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the younger ones.
Cooking Classes at Taste Buds Kitchen in Southlake (http://tastebudskitchen.com/southlake/kids-cooking-semester-classes/)
Taste Buds offers weekly classes for kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Come weekly for 6 weeks and let your kiddo learn about kitchen basics. Offered Mondays 9:30- 10:30 am. $165 for a 6-week semester.
Preschool ABC Art at Van Grow Art Studio (http://www.vangrowstudio.com/schedule.htm)
Weekly classes take place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays. Classes are one hour, and kids can be dropped off (but you are welcome to stay). Crafts are designed to be completed without help. $72 for four once-weekly classes.
Check all the above websites for information about registering for next school year. But be quite quick about it- many of the classes fill up within days of registration opening!
There are also lots of great classes in the area that happen on a one-time or once-monthly basis. The Kimbell Museum in Fort Worth and the Dallas Museum of Art both offer great drop-in art classes to enjoy with your tot. the CR Smith Museum near the airport also has great activities for kiddos that go year round! Central Market Fort Worth has some fun parent/child cooking classes if that's your thing- they are quite pricey though!
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