This is a round-up of online classes for children of all ages. We appreciate the creativity of excellent enrichment classes that kids can do at home from virtual ballet and digital coding club to online baby sing-alongs and group art lessons. There is a little something for children of all ages.
You might also be interested in in-person after-school classes.
The listings below are sponsored. We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors, and we hope you’ll consider them when you’re planning education, enrichment, and playtime.
Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Brooklyn Robot Foundry’s online robot-building classes are the ultimate STEAM enrichment program for 2-13yr olds. Each week, students build a brand new robot, giving them a hands-on experience that is educational, creative, and a ton of fun!
Grades: ages 2+, ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Junior Center of Art and Science (JCAS)
Virtual JCAS, same fun and engaging arts and technology classes just online! Classes are small and supportive in 9-10 week sessions, which include materials and kits.
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Richmond Art Center (RAC online)
Art classes for kids (ages 5+) and youth including painting, mixed media, sculpture, comics, photography, and more. Classes run for one hour via zoom. Clases en español y clases bilingües disponibles.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
The Practice Space Public Speaking Classes for Kids
Find your creative voice and build confidence in a fun, inclusive environment with The Practice Space this Fall. Offerings include Young Speakers Club for grades 3-5, Middle School Speakers Club for grades 5-9, and Debate Club for grades 6-11. Students will learn how to speak their minds, tell stories, listen attentively, and effectively organize their thoughts. All clubs will be held online.
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Save 10% with code = 510families, expiration date October 6
East Bay Music Together Online & Canta y Baila Conmigo
Fall classes begin 9/11. The joyful, musical teachers of East Bay Music Together and Canta y Baila Conmigo will lead activities for you and your whole family to sing, play, and jam along to via weekly, interactive sessions. Classes are appropriate for children under 5, but the whole family is encouraged to participate. In-person sessions are also available.
Grades: Crawler, Age 1+, ages 2+, ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd
FireCracker Math
FireCracker Math introduces and explores math concepts and problem-solving techniques in both online & in-person sessions. Students develop a solid foundation and understanding of mathematics. Theoretical instruction is combined with practical exercises that employ chess, brainteasers, and logic puzzles to demonstrate serious mathematical concepts.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Galileo Innovator's Club
Experience Galileo-style innovation all year long with our online after-school club for kindergarten – 5th graders. Designed to complement school-day learning with fun, hands-on projects, Innovator’s Club delivers joyful enrichment on a convenient weekly schedule.
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Save 30% on a 14-week Fall Session when you join by 9/10/21.
iD Tech Tutoring & Small Group Classes
Fill in learning gaps and advance quickly in areas not taught in schools via small lessons or one-on-one tutoring. Your student can dive into the hottest courses in coding, game dev, robotics, design, math, and more, boosting their portfolio with impressive projects and official transcripts. Ages 7 to 17.
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
We know you love to see your children smiling, laughing, clapping, creating, learning, and kicking their way through an enriching class. Share your faves in the comments!
