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Children's Italian Programs

About Our Children's Programs

A newborn’s brain is approximately one quarter of the size of an average adult brain. In the first year of life, that size doubles, and by age 3, it reaches about 80%. At just 5 years old, a child’s brain is nearly full grown, or 90% the size of an adult brain. This is why the answer to the question, “What is the best age to start learning a second language?” will always be: the younger the better!​

 

Our mission is and always has been to first connect with students in order to foster a personalized learning environment which encourages language learning to occur naturally and with ease. At Per Tutti we strive to create a community which values intrinsic motivation, allowing students unique opportunities to grow and learn at their own pace.

 

The educators at Per Tutti welcome children to deeply examine and appreciate other cultures. We cover all content areas with a naturally holistic learning approach. Emotional intelligence, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, music, art, physical education and health are all interconnected and included within our curricula.

 

All of our children's programs feature Italian immersion. We create age appropriate activities while also:

  • Incorporating relative, real life tasks

  • Considering social emotional learning

  • Focusing on intrinsic motivation (no rewards or punishments)

  • Understanding children learn best through play

  • Providing freedom to explore in a child-safe environment 

  • Engaging children in educational games and activities 

  • Maintaining a student-centered classroom with gentle guidance from teachers

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The ACTFL standards are used as a guide to monitor students' progress across all levels.

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*PLEASE NOTE: Payment is due at the time of registration and is nonrefundable. There are no make up classes. ​

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Adult & Me (ages 1.5-5 years)

Our Adult & Me programs are the foundation of Per Tutti! Learning a new language together allows for extra fun and additional practice to occur beyond the classroom during this time when our children's brains are developing most rapidly. More often than not, the adults enjoy attending these classes just as much as the children do! Each class includes an interactive lesson followed by open play. This class is limited to 10 students.

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  • Ages 1.5-3 or 3-5 years with a parent or caregiver

  • 45 minute classes

  • Meet once per week

  • Music & Movement

  • Arts & Crafts

  • Story Time

  • Open play follows each class​

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Mini Adult & Me (infants up to 18 months)

Our NEW Mini Adult & Me programs are for our youngest infants and their parents or caregivers. This program allows for special opportunities to bond with your children while also learning a new language together. The adults learn songs and phrases they can review and reinforce at home, easily setting the stage for language acquisition! Each class includes an interactive lesson followed by open play. This class is limited to 10 students.

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  • Infants up to 18 months old with a parent or caregiver

  • 30 minute classes

  • Meet once per week

  • Music & Movement

  • Story Telling

  • Open play follows each class​

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Late Afternoon Programs (ages 3-10 years)

Studies suggest that near native proficiency is more likely to occur when acquiring language before 10 years of age and that grammatical components become more difficult to master after 18 years of age. Our after school programs introduce children to reading and writing in addition to play-based learning with interactive games and story telling. Using authentic Italian literature allows students to begin to have a better understanding of the language and culture. These late afternoon programs are limited to 8 students.

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  • 45 minute classes for ages 3-6

  • 1 hour classes for ages 7-10

  • Meet once per week

  • Holistic curriculum

  • Music & Movement

  • Arts & Crafts

  • STEAM Activities

  • Interactive Games

  • Story Time

  • Introduction to Reading and Writing

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Private Tutoring (ages 10-18+ years)

Students can benefit from 1:1 tutoring sessions at Per Tutti with our certified teachers and experienced tutors. We help students practice their speaking, reading and writing skills in addition to preparing for exams such as: AP Italian Language and Culture, FLACS, final exams, and more.

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  • Ages 10-18+

  • By appointment only

  • 1 hour sessions

  • Test Preparation

  • Speaking Practice

  • Reading and writing support

  • Assistance with school projects & assignments

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