PAINT + PLAY ART SCHOOL

Paint & Nature Play Art School

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Program overview

Paint + Play Art School is the perfect art class for young children looking to unleash their creativity, all while having the opportunity to play and explore in nature. Ocean State Kids will be partnering with local artist Barbara Donahue to provide Paint + Play opportunities every Saturday at 10:00 am - 11:00 am from December 7th, 2024 - March 29th. Paint + Play is primarly for Ages 2 - 5 years old, but younger & older siblings are welcome to join in on the fun. Creative acitivities include painting, drawing, all while mixing elements from nature. There will also be movement and dance elements. Children will be able to explore a small forest trail, obstacle courses, outdoor playhouses and more. The landscape provides space for adventurous little creators. There is a bathroom located inside the art studio.

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0 - 5 Years

Cofvinoarte Studio

Every Saturday

Saturdays 10:00 - 11:00 am

Barbara Donahue

$12 Every Saturday

BACK TO PROGRAMS

MEET YOUR YOUR

GROUP LEADER

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Barbara Donahue

Barbara Donahue is a full-time painter who experiences life through the vibrant and colorful eyes of children. She began her artistic journey by creating a vividly imaginative Animal Alphabet book for her seven grandchildren. This joy of painting for children blossomed into multiple art books and ignited her desire to teach. By incorporating her own books, Barbara developed a unique curriculum that blends art with storytelling. With a background in dance education and a passion for inspiring others, she helps her students build self-confidence through their artistic journeys.

MEET THE TEAM

Ocean State Kids Outdoor Learning + Nature Play

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principles

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PARENT PLAY A PIVOTAL ROLE

Parent participation is required & it’s our goal to provide parents the opportunity to be your child’s best teacher and strongest advocate for their learning. As parents, you play a pivotal role in cultivating a love for learning.

PROTECTING CHILDHOOD

Ocean State Kids is committed to protecting childhood at all costs by allowing children to explore and learn in nature, free from the constraints of a structured system, embracing the freedom to develop at their own pace.

GROUP LEADERS ARE VOLUNTEERS

Group leaders serve as a vital link for families exploring alternative learning and we are truly grateful for the parents volunteering their time to make a difference in our community.

NATURE IS THE BEST CLASSROOM

We believe that young children thrive when given the freedom to explore their interests in a nurturing setting and we see nature as the ultimate classroom, helping them grow into well-rounded, remarkable individuals

WE GATHER SMALL

We aim to keep our program attendance small to maintain sustained focus and productivity, avoid overstimulation for younger children, and preserve the peacefulness of the day. Programs are typically limited to 15 - 18 families.

DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE

Our Director of Education ensures that every program offers activities tailored to the developmental needs of each child.

PHYSICAL SKILLS

100% of our programs are outdoors, which allow children to engage in daily activities that enhance their physical abilities and endurance.

MILD STRUCTURE

Even though we provide weekly activities, we do our best to resist the urge to over-schedule with structured activities. If your child prefers just to play, they are still developing problem-solving skills, creativity, and resilience.

NURTURE NOTES

We implement daily practices for the parents through our Nurture Notes, a series of flash cards providing simple conscious parenting challenges, affirmations & insight.

AFFORDABILITY

Keeping the programs under $10 a day is our ultimate goal. You can learn more on our Program Cost Transparency page.

FUELING THE FUN

To ensure our kids are meeting their dietary needs, families are asked to participate in a snack rotation, where each parent is responsible for bringing snacks during one week.

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS

HELPING OCEAN STATE KIDS

Grow

LEARN MORE

0 - 5 Years

Cofvinoarte Studio

Every Saturday

Saturdays 10:00 - 11:00 am

Barbara Donahue

$12 Every Saturday

MEET YOUR YOUR

GROUP LEADER

GROUP LEADER

Barbara Donahue

principles

PARENT PLAY A PIVOTAL ROLE

Parent participation is required & it’s our goal to provide parents the opportunity to be your child’s best teacher and strongest advocate for their learning. As parents, you play a pivotal role in cultivating a love for learning.

PROTECTING CHILDHOOD

Ocean State Kids is committed to protecting childhood at all costs by allowing children to explore and learn in nature, free from the constraints of a structured system, embracing the freedom to develop at their own pace.

GROUP LEADERS ARE VOLUNTEERS

Group leaders serve as a vital link for families exploring alternative learning and we are truly grateful for the parents volunteering their time to make a difference in our community.

NATURE IS THE BEST CLASSROOM

We believe that young children thrive when given the freedom to explore their interests in a nurturing setting and we see nature as the ultimate classroom, helping them grow into well-rounded, remarkable individuals

WE GATHER SMALL

We aim to keep our program attendance small to maintain sustained focus and productivity, avoid overstimulation for younger children, and preserve the peacefulness of the day. Programs are typically limited to 15 - 18 families.

DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE

Our Director of Education ensures that every program offers activities tailored to the developmental needs of each child.

PHYSICAL SKILLS

100% of our programs are outdoors, which allow children to engage in daily activities that enhance their physical abilities and endurance.

MILD STRUCTURE

Even though we provide weekly activities, we do our best to resist the urge to over-schedule with structured activities. If your child prefers just to play, they are still developing problem-solving skills, creativity, and resilience.

NURTURE NOTES

We implement daily practices for the parents through our Nurture Notes, a series of flash cards providing simple conscious parenting challenges, affirmations & insight.

AFFORDABILITY

Keeping the programs under $10 a day is our ultimate goal. You can learn more on our Program Cost Transparency page.

FUELING THE FUN

To ensure our kids are meeting their dietary needs, families are asked to participate in a snack rotation, where each parent is responsible for bringing snacks during one week.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

HELPING OCEAN STATE KIDS

Grow

STAY UPDATED ON PROGRAMS, LITERACAY IN NATURE, DRIFTS & EVENTS.