From music and story time, to STEM and art activities, Stamford Recreation offers a variety of stimulating programming for children ages 1-4. Our exceptional preschool staff are experts in early childhood development and understand how to help each child learn and grow!
Winter 2022 Early Childhood Programs
Edible Art and Exploration (Ages 2-4)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 11 – March 8 ( No class 2/22)
Tuesday
11:15AM -11:55AM
$80.00 per child for 8 weeks
Instructor: Jen Lupinacci
Let’s explore art and creative ways to make simple fun snacks that your children can enjoy!! Projects may include individual pies, cupcakes and ants on a log (celery stuffed with cream cheese with raisins on top) - among other ideas! We will introduce different art mediums each week. Children will be able to explore textures, textiles, colors and more. In this class the children will develop fine motor, language and cognitive skills plus the ability to listen and follow simple directions. Art can get messy - dress accordingly! A caregiver and me class. Caregiver must wear mask.
Hands on Science (Ages 2-4)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 12 – March 3
Wednesday - 11:45AM-12:25PM – Sess. 1
Thursday 11:15AM -11:55PM – Sess. 2
$80.00 per child per session
Instructor: Jen Lupinacci
It’s full STEM/STEAM ahead in this hands on class. We will explore something new every week while applying simple scientific aspects that children can relate to. We will have a lot of fun with simple experiments and hands on exploring. The children will be allowed to help mix -stir and possibly EXPLODE our experiments! Themes may include dinosaurs, volcanoes, magnets, hibernation, space and more! A caregiver and me class. Caregiver and children ages 3 and up must wear mask.
Play and Learn (Ages 1-3)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 11 – March 11
Tuesday – 9:30AM – 11:00AM
Wednesday – 10:00AM – 11:30AM
Thursday – 9:30AM – 11:00AM
Friday – 11:00AM – 12:30PM
$96.00 per child once a week / $192.00 per child twice a week
Instructor: Jen Lupinacci
Play and Learn introduces your toddler to the experience of preschool with a caregiver. Our classroom will be set up with child-initiated activities. There will be centers to explore...play doh, painting and more. We will have a circle time with songs and stories. A snack will be provided. We will play in our spacious gym or ,weather permitting, outside on our playground. This will encourage movement and independence in a fun and safe environment. A great way for your child to continue to develop both fine and gross motor skills, learn about transitioning to the next activity and spatial awareness. A child and caregiver class. Caregiver must wear mask.
Mr. Bungles Show ( Ages 3-6)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
December 18, 2021
Saturday
10:00AM – 11:00AM
$10.00 per person
Get Ready to Laugh & have some fun! Mr. Bungles is a fun show including comedy routines, magic, juggling, music, games & balloons. This hour show will keep your little ones laughing and is a great way to spend a Saturday morning with your little ones. All tickets must be purchased in advance for this show! Mask is required for all during this event! Tickets on Sale Now!
