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Saturdays@Country School

Our Saturdays@Country School invites children ages 18 months through Grade 8 and their parents or caregivers to learn, create and explore through engaging, hands-on experiences.

Each themed Saturday offers something new to discover, with activities ranging from art, music and science to dance and sports—all thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, creativity and a love of learning for toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children alike.

Age/Grade of participants: Children ages 18 months–Grade 8 and their parent/guardian. Open to children enrolled and not enrolled at New Canaan Country School.

Days available: Saturdays during the School year; 9–10:30 a.m.

Pricing: Prices vary by program. Materials are included.

Questions?
Contact Paige Wallis, Director of Auxiliary Programs
auxprograms@countryschool.net, (203) 801-5890

Saturday Program Offerings

List of 9 items.

  • Creative Ballet (Ages 3–4)

    An introduction to ballet through music, storytelling and imaginative movement. Young dancers develop coordination, balance, rhythm and creative expression.
     
    Who: Ages 3-4
    When: Saturdays, 10-10:45 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $210

  • Karate Zoo (Ages 3-4)

    A fun, high-energy introduction to martial arts through non-contact activities that build coordination, confidence, discipline and physical fitness.
     
    Who: Ages 3-4
    When: Saturdays, 9-9:40 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $265

  • Karate Zoo (Ages 5-6)

    Age-appropriate martial arts instruction emphasizing movement, coordination, discipline and confidence in an energetic, non-contact setting.
     
    Who: Ages 5-6
    When: Saturdays, 9:50-10:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $265

  • Imagination Discovery Lab (Kindergarten-Grade 1)

    Young scientists mix, build, experiment and invent through hands-on STEM activities, from colorful chemical reactions to simple engineering challenges.
     
    Who: Kindergarten-Grade 1
    When: Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $325

  • Pokémon® 30th Anniversary Adventure (Kindergarten-Grade 5)

    Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with LEGO® engineering challenges, Pokémon-inspired builds and creative activities. Participants receive a Pokémon trading card and a LEGO® building set to take home.
     
    Who: Kindergarten-Grade 5
    When: Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $450

  • Ceramics: Hand Building (Grades 2-5)

    Get creative with clay! Students hand-build and decorate mugs, bowls and other functional works of art, which are then kiln-fired for pickup. 
     
    Who: Grades 2-5
    When: Two Saturday sessions, 9-10:30 a.m., Jan. 23 and Feb. 20. 
    Cost: $120

  • Chess: Novice (Kindergarten-Grade 6)

    Perfect for beginners and newer players! Learn the rules, piece movements and fundamentals of chess strategy while developing problem-solving and decision-making skills.
     
    Who: Kindergarten- Grade 6
    When: Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $210
     

  • Chess: Intermediate (Grades 4-8)

    For players familiar with chess fundamentals who are ready to advance their skills. Explore opening, middle-game and endgame strategies through master games and guided practice.
     
    Who: Grades 4-8
    When: Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $210

  • Grown-Up & Me Dance (Ages 18 months–2.5 years)

    Parent or caregiver participation required.
    A playful first dance experience for toddlers and their grown-ups, featuring music, creative movement and foundational dance skills.
     
    Who: Ages 18 months-2.5 years
    When: Saturdays, 9-9:45 a.m., Jan. 16, 23, 30 and Feb. 6, 20
    Cost: $210

Start Saturday Off Right at Country School.

New Canaan Country School

635 Frogtown Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
Phone: (203) 972-0771

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New Canaan Country School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin and are afforded all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid policies or any other school-administered programs.