Art (5-10 year-olds)
Teacher: Valentin Rusinov
Our classes are art lessons. The main part of each lesson will be devoted to practical exercises, but we will also talk about theory. Separate classes will be devoted to studying the basics of composition, colour science, and perspective. In the course of classes the teacher will acquaint students with the history of art, individual genres, styles and the different schools. In general, with such a comprehensive approach, we hope to show the flexibility and variation of choice and execution of an artistic concept by the artist. Each student will be able to find the technique that is closest to him and in which he can best reveal himself. The teacher follows an individual approach to each student.
About the teacher:
Valentin studied at the art school of St. Francis in Riga. Later he worked as an illustrator in a youth magazine. He worked in interior design. In Cambridge, Valentin completed courses in jewelry. He is fond of photography and photo printing, he also has experience with stage decorations in the theatre.
About the teacher: Valentin studied at the art school of St. Francis in Riga. Later he worked as an illustrator in a youth magazine. He also worked in interior design. In Cambridge, Valentin completed courses in jewelry. He is fond of photography and photo printing, he also has experience with stage decorations in the theatre.
Theatre for Young Actors
Teacher: Tatyana Lavrentyeva
If your child has a desire to act and develop their creative side, in order to succeed in life, then the theatre is for them!
The syllabus includes speech training, pronunciation and articulation, work on coordination and harmony of movements, building up self-confidence, relaxed demeanour and artistic zest.
The following will be used during these sessions:
- special techniques and exercises to improve acting skills and the art of speech on stage, which have been developed in theatre schools and colleges of Moscow and London;
- materials for working with texts and mini-shows, based on classic Russian literature, i.e. by such authors as Chekhov, Tolstoy, Turgenev, Gogol, and Pushkin – including prose, poems, fables, and fairy tales.
TRIZ: Theory of inventive problem solving (6–8 year-olds)
Teacher: Olga Pavlenko
Created to solve engineering problems and generate new ideas. The objectives of the TRIZ course for children (classes for ages 6-8) are as follows:
- to train the flexibility of thinking in children, break stereotypes;
- to form and develop creativity useful in training, in personal projects, in everyday life and in relationships with others;
- learning to find multiple solutions;
- to help children reach their potential.
What TRIZ gives a child:
- making it easier and faster to learn the school curriculum;
- mearning to take initiative in school and extracurricular activities;
- defend your opinion and find supportive arguments.
Chess Club
Teacher: Tatiana Ustinova
We welcome players of any level – from beginners to those who have already tried their hand at tournaments. We will enjoy solving chess problems, engage in friendly combat with each other, and explore together the basics of chess strategies.
Piano Lessons
Teacher: Svetlana Boutwood and Diana Haivanyuk
These are one-to-one lessons for which a proper piano is used. Please write to the admissions for any individual queries.
“Fun Maths” Club
Teachers: Tatiana Ustinova and Irina Gosteva
The aim of the club is to develop the children’s interest in Maths, introduce them to different “faces” of Mathematics, that are sometimes unfamiliar and surprising, and encourage them to think logically and to tackle skilfully problems that may initially look confusing and even impossible!
In a fun, interactive form, every Saturday we shall set off on an amazing journey – into the mysterious world of numbers, shapes, dimensions, solids, formulae and puzzles. Children will explore Maths around us, and will learn to make up their own Maths problems.
The syllabus will be designed in a flexible way, to reflect the children’s age, interests and potential.
Programming Classes (Ages 8–12)
Teacher: Rihard Putikis
Modern technologies have literally covered the entire planet—they have entered science, education, medicine, psychology, and even theatre and visual arts. Today, no one doubts that our present and future are inseparable from advanced technologies. Modern children show an interest in technology and modern innovations from an early age, especially in games. Programming classes combine children’s interest in technology with their love of fun. The skill of writing programs is an excellent foundation for mastering modern technologies and also helps develop logical and creative thinking. Therefore, programming classes are equally interesting for children who are passionate about mathematics and for “humanitarians”.
Programming is creativity because it helps children use logic to implement their ideas and bring real creative projects to life. Learning the basics of programming helps to understand mathematical logic better and get acquainted with the basics of algorithmization, which positively influences the study of exact sciences at school and the ability to solve complex problems in various life situations.
Programming is a demanded profession. Software developers are sought after in many industries, from business to scientific and space programs. The opportunity to touch a modern profession allows a child to more easily determine in the future what they would like to do.
During classes, using games and logic puzzles, children will:
1. Learn to reason, analyze, and draw conclusions;
2. Develop logical thinking, ingenuity, memory, attention, and intelligence;
3. Improve their computer literacy;
4. Improve their knowledge of the structure and functions of a computer;
5. Through games, become familiar with concepts such as patterns, “truth-false,” algorithms and functions, spatial orientation, sequences, etc.;
6. Gain practical programming skills in Scratch;
7. Gain practical programming skills in Python;
8. Improve self-esteem and interest in school learning.
Robotics Club (7-13 year-olds)
Teacher: Rihard Putikis
Let’s learn programming with Lego Mindstorms!
Pupils will understand how to build models with Lego, how to use sensors to add interactivity and how to control their behaviour. Everyone will get a chance to bring their first robot alive.