Enrichment Programs

Enrichment Program, Pre-K and TK

Since its launch in 2012, The Art Studio has blossomed into a vibrant haven where young imaginations come alive. Designed for the Pre-K and TK students, this dynamic program invites children to dive into a colorful world of creativity, exploring a wide range of materials and artistic mediums.

Each month introduces a fresh theme, guiding little artists through the building blocks of art while encouraging playful experimentation with both new and familiar ideas. Projects often unfold over the course of a week, allowing students to develop their skills and deepen their connection to each piece. By year’s end, every child proudly takes home a personal portfolio — a testament to their growth, exploration, and artistic voice.

At The Art Studio, we don’t just teach art, we nurture the spark that helps children see creativity in the everyday.

*Art Studio is included as part of the extended care program for the pre-K and TK students.*

To see examples of the children’s artwork and projects, visit Lakeside Art Studio’s Instagram profile @lakesideartstudiosf

Enrichment Program, all classes

During outdoor play time, the children have the opportunity to get hands-on learning in our Lakeside garden. Here, children learn about insects, fruits, vegetables, trees, flowers, herbs, seeds, life cycles, seasons, weather, water conservation, teamwork, and solitude. This living laboratory provides an interactive environment where students observe, discover, experiment, and nurture.

Enrichment Program, all classes

Once a month, Kimberley Lauer, the Children’s Librarian at the San Francisco Public Library’s Merced Branch, comes to visit the children for a 30-minute storytelling session. She brings books, puppets, and her guitar for fun-filled storytime.

All classes

Each month, our school community comes together to honor and celebrate the rich diversity that makes us unique. Through special DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) presentations and performances, we highlight cultural heritage months such as Hispanic Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month, and Black History Month. We also host joyful celebrations for occasions like Grandparents Day, Lunar New Year, and the festival of Holi, fostering understanding, connection, and respect among all members of our school family.

After School Program, all classes

Coach Brian Phelps of SF Tots, along with his team, runs sports classes at Lakeside. SF Tots is locally owned and runs sports classes in San Francisco since 2007. The program teaches motor skills, communication, teamwork, and introduces the sport in a fun, non-competitive environment. SF Tots is a separate fee program offered after school at Lakeside with soccer in the fall, basketball in the winter, and baseball in the spring.

After School Program, all classes

It’s Yoga Kids offers yoga classes after school at Lakeside. Classes are focused on movement, meditation, and mindfulness, helping children build strength, flexibility, focus, balance, coordination, and relaxation. Yoga is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.  Each child will receive their own yoga mat to keep, included in the registration fee.

After School Program, all classes

Evolve Martial Arts offers a self-defense course designed to teach young children the basics of safety, movement, and self-confidence in a fun and engaging environment. Each week, they cover essential skills like setting boundaries, balance, escaping holds, and using their voice for defense, all while incorporating age-appropriate games and activities. The program is hands-on, interactive, and encourages teamwork and confidence-building. Martial Arts is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

After School Program, all classes

Megan Gallagher of Head Over Heels Gymnastics and Circus San Francisco heads Lakeside’s after-school gymnastics program. It is recreational, non-competitive gymnastics for children that teaches tumbling, acrobatics, and much more. Their purpose is to provide enthusiastic, creative gymnastics/motor skill development instruction to develop self-confidence in children by promoting their flexibility, balance, and overall body coordination. Gymnastics is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

After-School Programs, all classes

Kiki Wong offers Zumba classes after school at Lakeside. A fun dance class for kids of all ages to learn the joy of movement through music and dance. It will get their imagination and creativity flowing, their bodies moving, allowing them to practice self-expression. It will improve coordination, balance, flexibility, and build motor skills while burning calories and energy! We will be dancing to a variety of Pop, K-Pop, R&B, Hip Hop, and playing dance games! Fun and smiles expected! Zumba is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

After School Program, all classes

ODC Dance offers students an opportunity to experience movement that is age-appropriate and complementary to their development within a nurturing and structured framework. Emphasizing rhythm, spatial awareness, movement quality, and ensemble dance, these classes aim to cultivate a joy for dance while laying the foundation for future dance study. Creative Dance is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

After School Program, all classes

Dare Dance Collective offers students high-energy hip hop classes that are both fun and deeply rooted in street dance culture. Dancers explore a variety of styles, rhythms, and techniques that build coordination, confidence, and creativity. The program provides an inclusive and supportive environment where every dancer can grow and shine. Hip Hop is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

After School Program, all classes

Dare Dance Collective offers students ballet classes that focus on developing proper technique, strength, balance, and grace—laying a strong foundation for all styles of dance. Students learn classical ballet positions, terminology, and movement combinations that promote discipline, coordination, and artistic expression. Each class is designed to build confidence and a love for dance in a supportive, encouraging environment. Ballet is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

After-School Program, all classes

Maggie Mickaili is the teacher and founder of Estrellitas en Español. She provides a fun, hands-on curriculum with no pressure. Her curriculum introduces science, geography, math, music, dance, stories, Latin traditions, and more! Small classes are held to provide individual attention to each student, allowing them to experience the Spanish language fully. Spanish is a separate fee program offered in the afternoons at Lakeside.

All classes

Come join us for any or all 8 weeks of summer mini camps! We offer fun, engaging activities throughout the Summer. Your child will have an exciting time exploring while making new friends! Our Summer program consists of 4-hour sessions daily, including morning snacks and lunch (please bring your own lunch). If you are looking to enroll your child in the fall, our summer camp program is a great way to introduce your child to our facility and staff.