Small Groups Nurture Independence and Self-Concept
Ages 3–5 are the most important years for building neural pathways. We've designed an innovative, play-based experience for preschoolers that strengthens the brain-body connection, and enhances focus, memory & self-control, so they can build friendships, knowledge, and practical life skills.
We use our SPARKS Framework:
- 🤝 Social Skills — friendship, cooperation, empathy
- 🎭 Pretend Play — imagination, role‑play, confidence
- 🎨 Art — painting, collage, seasonal crafts
- 📚 Reading — stories, vocabulary, reflection
- 🤸 Kinesthetic/Movement — yoga, dance, outdoor play
- 🔬 STEM — counting, patterns, nature, simple experiments
With thoughtfully designed themes of exploration, cooperative and self-directed activities, your child has a space to create, play, and thrive.
The Program at a Glance
For parents who are seeking quality over quantity; a more holistic enriching program where their child is inspired, engaged, and celebrated for their own unique brilliance.
This is not a daycare or a "drop-in" program. It’s an ongoing, 2-days a week, small-group, play-based, enrichment experience designed to nourish your child’s creativity, confidence, and curiosity. We run three 11-week sessions per year, a 3-week Winter Holiday Mini Camp and a 6-week Summer Camp. (No classes in August.)
This is a perfect environment for children ages 3 1/2 - 5 who:
- are/will be home- schooled
- feel more comfortable in smaller groups
- are not ready for a full day/full week daycare or preschool
- have families who want something distinctive and meaningful for them
Created by two experienced educators and carefully curated to help SPARK your child's unique brilliance. The small class size (no more than 7 to a class) allows shy children to play, socialize, create and learn without getting overwhelmed or overlooked.
*BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY by contacting Barbara at: create@theartoasis.net
Our Schedule:
Our drop-off program is loosely structured, flexible and intentional. We run a two-day schedule, mornings only for 3 hours each morning from 9 - 12 noon,
You can select a Mon + Wed schedule OR a Tues + Thurs schedule
- Winter session: January 12 to March 25 (11 weeks)
- Spring session: April 13 to June 17 (10 weeks).
- Summer Explorers Camp: June 22 to July 30. (6 Weeks)
*(No classes in August.)
Current Openings:
Our current program openings for the Winter Session as of 12/22/25:
3 Spots available for Monday/Wednesday mornings - 9 - 12 noon
* Spots cannot be held without your registration deposit.
Other Details:
Children must be able to understand and follow simple instructions. Children must be potty trained, with the ability to communicate their needs, be independent in the bathroom (pull up/down their clothes, clean themselves), and wash their hands.
*REGISTER TODAY!
Book your tour - by calling 267-245-5938
How to Register Winter 2026:
Winter session 2026 registration is now open. After you book your tour and visit with us, you have one week to return your deposit and registration form to secure your child's spot in our program.
Tuition for our Winter Session includes a non-refundable $125 registration fee and $25 off monthly tuition (you pay $320/month for the first 11-week/3-month session.
After your 11-week Winter session, if you would like to continue in our Spring session, your rate will remain $320/month. (Your rate will be locked in for at least one year with no additional registration fee, as long as you stay in the program.)
We offer a 10% sibling discount.
Contact Barbara with your questions and to book your tour! 267-245-5938
Meet Your Bright SPARKS Studio Guides!
Barbara Gini & Lauren Bruge
"We’re not just educators. We’re creative guides, experience-weavers & bright-sparkers."
Barbara and Lauren are the mother-daughter duo behind Bright SPARKS, blending artistic imagination, movement-based learning, and a deep understanding of how children learn and grow best — through play, connection, and curiosity.
Barbara brings many years of enrichment experience: from sensory-motor coaching and therapeutic art to adaptive yoga and creative recreation program design. She’s a mother of 4 grown kids, a former home school parent, a certified kids’ yoga instructor and avid reader, writer and storyteller with a passion for whole-child learning.
Lauren is our Child Whisperer, Captain of Crayons and soon-to-be certified early educator who infuses every activity with care, enthusiasm, and just the right amount of structure. Her hands-on work with young children and fresh academic insights make her both relatable and inspiring to kids and parents alike.
Together, they’re intentionally non-traditional and proudly SPARK-ified — guiding children not just to learn, but to shine!
Their classes, workshops and enrichment programs provide a playful, warm and supportive environment for your child to make new friends, express themselves creatively, and explore the world while meeting and exceeding their important developmental milestones! We can't wait to watch your child shine!
Your Studio Guides - Miss Lauren & Ms Barb.
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