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Early Childhood Classes

Experience the magic of CMOM through our unique early childhood classes in the Upper West Side! Designed to meet the needs of young learners, our classes offer your child an opportunity to immerse themselves in learning through small group activities, hands-on artmaking, science explorations, storytelling, and more!

Our Philosophy: Committed to joyful inspiration and discovery, CMOM offers an enticing entry point to lifelong learning. We believe that children develop and learn best in nurturing, creative environments that support play, curiosity, and exploration.

Summer Classes: July 2025 – August 2025

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Preschool Prep: Ages 2 – 3 (Gentle Separation)

Mondays/Wednesdays (9:30 am – 11:30 am)

Dive into imaginative play, art, storytelling, and music! In this gentle separation class, children will build confidence, interact with peers, and start on their earliest learning adventures. Throughout class, children will have opportunities to socialize with each other and separate from their caregivers with the help of our experienced early childhood team.

July Term | July 7  – 30:
Monday/Wednesday (8 classes): $784

August Term | August 4 – 27:
Monday/Wednesday (8 classes): $784

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Preschool Prep: Ages 2 – 3 (Gentle Separation)

Tuesdays/Thursdays (9:30 am – 11:30 am)

Dive into imaginative play, art, storytelling, and music! In this gentle separation class, children will build confidence, interact with peers, and start on their earliest learning adventures. Throughout class, children will have opportunities to socialize with each other and separate from their caregivers with the help of our experienced early childhood team.

July Term | July 8 – 31:
Tuesday/Thursday (8 classes): $784 (Sold out!)

To join the waitlist, please email [email protected]

August Term | August 5 – 28:
Tuesday/Thursday (8 classes): $784

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Science Explorers: Ages 3 – 4 (Drop-off)

Mondays/Wednesdays (9:30 am – 12:00 pm)

Experience science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in this hands-on, sensory exploration of the world around you! Guided by early childhood educators, children will become expert investigators as they discover the important role that science plays in their everyday life.

July Term | July 7 – 30:
Monday/Wednesday (8 classes): $888 (Sold out!)

To join the waitlist, please email [email protected]

August Term | August 4 – 27:
Monday/Wednesday (8 classes): $888

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Science Explorers: Ages 3 – 4 (Drop-off)

Tuesdays/Thursdays (9:30 am – 12:00 pm)

Experience science, technology, engineering, arts, and math in this hands-on, sensory exploration of the world around you! Guided by early childhood educators, children will become expert investigators as they discover the important role that science plays in their everyday life.

July Term | July 8 – 31:
Tuesday/Thursday (8 classes): $888

August Term | August 5 – 28:
Tuesday/Thursday (8 classes): $888

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¡Hola Amigos! Spanish Immersion Art Club: Ages 4 – 6 (Drop-off)

Fridays (9:30 am – 11:30 am)

Young learners will embark on a cultural adventure where they’ll create vibrant art, immerse themselves in conversational Spanish, and sing songs in this beautiful language. Our experienced educators will nurture curiosity and make language learning a joyful experience while fostering creativity and global awareness.

July Term | July 11 – August 1:
Friday (4 classes): $392

August Term | August 8 – 29
Friday (4 classes): $392

Spring Classes: January 2025 - June 2025

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Preschool Prep: Ages 2-3 (Gentle Separation)

Mondays/Wednesdays (9:30 am – 11:30 am)

Dive into imaginative play, art, storytelling, and music! In this gentle separation class, children will build confidence, interact with peers, and start on their earliest learning adventures. Throughout class, children will have opportunities to socialize with each other and separate from their caregivers with the help of our experienced early childhood team.

Spring term | January 13 – June 18:
Monday/Wednesday (38 classes): $3,572 (Sold out!)

To join the waitlist, please email [email protected]

 

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Preschool Prep: Ages 2-3 (Gentle Separation)

Tuesdays/Thursdays (9:30 am – 11:30 am)

Dive into imaginative play, art, storytelling, and music! In this gentle separation class, children will build confidence, interact with peers, and start on their earliest learning adventures. Throughout class, children will have opportunities to socialize with each other and separate from their caregivers with the help of our experienced early childhood team.

Spring term | January 14 – June 17:
Tuesday/Thursday (40 classes): $3,760 (Sold out!)

To join the waitlist, please email [email protected]

 

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Artful Explorers: Ages 4-6 (Drop-off)

Tuesdays (3:00 pm – 4:30 pm)

Your child’s imagination will run wild as they explore our immersive exhibits, make art with unique materials, and develop their social-emotional skills with a small group of peers. Your child’s artful guide will facilitate games, missions, and projects to spark creativity and problem solving.

Spring term | January 14 – June 17:
Tuesday (21 classes): $1,617 (limited space left)

To join the waitlist, please email [email protected]

 

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¡Hola Amigos! Spanish Immersion Art Club: Ages 3-5 (Drop-off)

Wednesdays (3:00 pm – 4:30 pm)

Young learners will embark on a cultural adventure where they’ll create vibrant art, immerse themselves in conversational Spanish, and sing songs in this beautiful language. Our experienced educators will nurture curiosity and make language learning a joyful experience while fostering creativity and global awareness.

Spring term | January 15 – June 18:
Wednesday (20 classes): $1,460