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Learning and growing
The Village is Walden’s extended day child care program. We are open every school day (and some non-school holidays) Monday through Friday from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Enrollment is open to all Walden School students.
We believe that children learn and grow though play. The Village offers a balance of structured activities and unstructured free play for cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. We also provide enrichment classes for special interests.
To reach the Village during after-school care, please call 626-792-6166 x 176.
Village Programs
K-6 Village
Faculty and staff at Walden understand that children who spend all day in an academic environment have differing needs in an after-school program. Being away from family for long hours can be difficult for both children and parents alike, so the Village is a program developed to allow children to participate in a variety of activities.
Some of our activities include arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, homework assistance, specialty classes, quiet time, and socializing with friends. Within the Walden spirit, children will be encouraged to try new activities but will not be pressured to participate if they choose not to. We strive to provide an assortment of activities to spark every child’s interest.
Please click here for more information and the 2022-2023 Village registration form.
Enrichment Classes
The Village offers various classes for student enrichment. These are taught by outside and in-house vendors that charge an additional fee. Some classes require attendance from the beginning while others have a drop-in policy. Village members (those with a 2, 3, or 5 day plans) have priority and pay a lesser fee.
The following classes will be offered in the second half of the 2022-2023 school year:
Mondays
Radical Cooks
Join the Radical Cooks team as they explore the world through the kitchen door. Ideal for chefs in 2nd through 6th grade.
Monday: Radical Cooks: All Things Italian
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $247
January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27 and March 6.
Please sign up through Whitney Matsuno.
Chinese
Mandarin or pu tong hua is the national language of China and Taiwan. China's large populations makes Mandarin the most spoken language on the planet! Come join our Chinese language groups, explore the culture, and have fun!
Monday: Chinese for Grades 1 - 3
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Room #6
Cost: $225
January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27 and March 6, 13, 20, and 27.
Please complete this form and return it along with payment to Sophia Hamilton to register.
Spanish
Dive into the Spanish world through fun conversational activities. Learn about the culture and use creativity while learning the language. Each student will receive a welcome package with inspiring materials to be used in class.
Monday: Spanish for Grades 3- 6
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $480
January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27 and March 6, 13, 20, and 27.
Learn more and register by reaching out to Marinés Adrianza at madrianza@waldenschool.net or 626-716-5915.
Tuesdays
Recycled Art
Turn your recyclables, found objects, and even your family’s trash into precious art! Make bottlecap fishscapes, water bottle hanging planters, bug hotels, tin can wind chimes, and more! With the Recycled Art Workshop, students will develop an appreciation for used materials, learn about cultural differences regarding recycling, and further their understanding of saving the planet.
Tuesday: Recycled Art
Dates: January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, and March 7, 14, 21, 28.
Cost: $184
Ages: (K-6)
Please email Whitney Matsuno to register.
Chinese
Mandarin or pu tong hua is the national language of China and Taiwan. China's large populations makes Mandarin the most spoken language on the planet! Come join our Chinese language groups, explore the culture, and have fun!
Tuesday: Chinese for Grades K/1
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Room #6
Cost: $300
January 10, 17, 24, and 31. February 7, 14, 21 and 28. March 7, 14, 21, and 28.
Please complete this form and return it along with payment to Sophia Hamilton to register.
Spanish
Dive into the Spanish world through fun conversational activities. Learn about the culture and use creativity while learning the language. Each student will receive a welcome package with inspiring materials to be used in class.
Tuesday: Spanish for Grades K-2
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Cost: $440
January 17, 24, and 31. February 7, 14, 21 and 28. March 7, 14, 21, and 28.
Learn more and register by reaching out to Marinés Adrianza at madrianza@waldenschool.net or 626-716-5915.
Wednesdays
Funky Divas and Dudes
Let's dance! These dance classes are designed to boost self-confidence while teaching rhythm and how to move to the beat. Dancers will improve muscle memory, get great exercise and enjoy this healthy lifestyle habit. All music and dance moves will be clean and kid-friendly. Students will learn 3 new dance routines each session and be able to dress up in rockstar costumes.
Wednesday: Funky Divas and Dudes
Dates: January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1, 8, 22 and April 12, 19.
No Class: March 15, 29, and April 5.
Learn more here.
Please register with Whitney Matsuno.
Thursdays
Code Ninjas
At Code Ninjas, our proprietary curriculum teaches kids to code through our engaging game-based curriculum that boosts self-confidence and teaches teamwork, logic, and problem solving. Our Code Ninjas gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment. Our instructors are programmers, coders, gamers, and STEM instructors all of whom are dedicated to building strong engagement with our Code Ninjas.
Grades: K-3rd: Coding for young children, introduction to coding and STEM development.
- 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
- Instruction: Instructor led curriculum, visual coding programs, STEM activities.
- Programs:
- Code Ninjas JR: https://www.codeninjas.com/ca-arcadia/jr
- CodeSpark Academy: https://codespark.com/
- Scratch JR: https://www.scratchjr.org/
- Scratch: https://scratch.mit.edu/
Grades: 4th – 6th: Fun, challenging and flexible coding education for developing minds.
- 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- Instruction: Instructor guided, self-paced coding development, STEM activities.
- Programs:
- Code Ninjas CREATE: https://www.codeninjas.com/ca-arcadia/create
- Scratch: https://scratch.mit.edu/
- Roblox: https://www.roblox.com/
- Minecraft: https://www.minecraft.net/en-us
Dates: January 26. February 2, 9, 16, 23. March 2, 9, 23. April 12, 20.
No Class: March 16, 30 and April 6.
Cost: $345
Ages: K- 6.
Please click here for more information and to register.
Fridays
Cute and Cuddly Animals
Cute and Cuddly animals is a hands-on experience with some of the most adorable animals around! Kids will enjoy learning about new animals each week such as guinea pigs, ferrets, miniature chickens, bunny rabbits, and more! This exciting and enchanting class is perfectly suitable for students of all ages!
Dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 24, March 3, 10, 24, and April 14, 21, 28.
No Class: February 17, March 17, 31, and April 7.
Cost: $184
Ages: K - 6.
Contact Whitney Matsuno to register.
Chinese
Mandarin or pu tong hua is the national language of China and Taiwan. China's large populations makes Mandarin the most spoken language on the planet! Come join our Chinese language groups, explore the culture, and have fun!
Friday: Chinese for Grades 3 - 6
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Room #6
Cost: $225
January 13, 20 and 27. February 3, 10, and 24. March 3, 10, and 24.
Please complete this form and return it along with payment to Sophia Hamilton to register.
Pre-K Village
The Village Pre-K program is committed to furthering the children’s experience with the Walden philosophy while meeting parents’ needs for quality childcare. We recognize the distinction between school hours and the after-school sessions; however, we strive for continuity.
As an extension of our day program, the Walden philosophy, policies, and expectations for behavior and staff excellence are in effect during The Village. Excellence, positive communication, caring, and conflict resolution are not just classroom catchwords. We encourage and support the practice of these principles during the after-school program, as well as at home and in the community.