Playgroups
As an extension of our goal to provide a premium indoor playground, we are adding an exciting new offering - PLAYGROUPS! The FunZone partners, who are Yale and University of Pennsylvania alumnae, as well as parents and previous teachers, have selected experienced, top professionals to lead our English and Mandarin playgroups for children (adult accompanied).
We are proud to present the following teachers offering a unique curriculum, which can be customized to accommodate individual students needs. Upon completion of each module, students will receive a certificate of achievement for their portfolio. As an added bonus, after EACH class, your child (plus one adult) can stay to use the facilities at FunZone for free!
We are now running English and Mandarin playgroup programs! In these programs, parents (or guardians) and children discover the wonders of language. Our professional teachers develop weekly activities that encourage motor-skills, co-ordination and early social development. FunZone has recently built a playgroup area that is both safe and comfortable so children can feel physically and emotionally secure. At the end of each playgroup lesson, the students are allowed to stay and play at FunZone for FREE!
FunGroup Programs
How are the programs designed?
Our programs are divided by age to meet the needs of children during each stage of their development. Our classes are designed so both parents and children can learn together. Parents and children are given language instruction that they can use at home and in their daily life (English vocabulary and Chinese characters).
Programs:Wigglers (6-11 Months)
In these classes, parents, teachers and children work together to learn the importance of movement, song and sensory development in a child’s life.
(45 min classes)
This enthusiastic program introduces children to sounds, shapes, colours, motor skills and creative thinking. All of these areas help children develop a love for education and the world around them.
(45 min classes)
This program helps students with their motor skills in a structured format. The activities in this program last for a longer period of time so students can reach their full learning potential.
(60 min classes)
In this program, teaching foundation skills is a top priority. Students need to develop their intellectual (theme based), motor, social and emotional skills. Our students also learn how to interact with others, follow directions, cooperate within a group, and describe themselves. All of these skills are needed to successful participate in the Hong Kong Primary school enrolment scheme (interviews).
(60 min classes)
Our lessons are specifically designed to meet the needs of young children in Hong Kong. During each lesson, children participate in a variety of playgroup stations that have a direct link to one of the four principles to early childhood development: literacy (theme based learning), social skills, motor skills and sensory development. Our teachers change the activities and flow of each lesson to provide a stimulating and fun learning environment so your child can reach his/her full potential.
Who is teaching the programs?The FunZone education team consists of experiences early childhood teachers, business professionals and parents of young children that are all dedicated to providing programs that support the physical, creative, emotional and intellectual needs of all children. All of our teachers are native speakers and have years of experience teaching young children in Hong Kong.
Ms. Jessica Harrison
* Bachelor of Arts in Language Arts and Early Education (Queensland University)
* TEFL International TESOL Certification
* Most recently, taught at an international playgroup program in Hong Kong and Beijing (Gymboree Play & Music)
* Extensive experience teaching early childhood development classes in Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Mexico and USA.
* Background includes teaching English workshops, grammar and phonics workshops, teaching sensory and visual methods, developing cognitive, physcial and social skills in children.
Ms Alice Cheng
* Advanced diploma in Applied Translation (Chinese University of Hong Kong School of Professional and Continuing Education)
* Early childhood education (Kumon)
* Most recently, Head Mandarin teacher at an international playgroup program (Hong Kong)
* Experienced teaching students of all ages.
* Qualified to design curriculum that reinforces social and emotional skill in young learners.
Prices & Other Information
How much does a playgroup session cost?
There is a one-time registration fee of HKD200 per child. Our programs will be based on enrollment by terms with each term being 6-8 weeks long. Below are the fees for the classes:
First time (one-off) trial class = HKD 200 - currently free during CNY promotion
Fee for 1 class/ walk in = HKD275
Winter Term* will be from February 18 to March 28: HKD 250 / class (HKD 1500 total for 6 classes).
Spring Term will be from April 8 to May 17th.
*Only students who attend a full term will receive a certificate of achievement.
How many students are in a class?
All of our playgroup classes are restricted to a maximum of eight students (8-1).
How many people can accompany your child?We regret that we can only accommodate one adult per child for each class, but we can make special arrangements if you let us know beforehand for visiting family members.
What is the current class schedule?Bilingual classes:
Wrigglers (6-11 mos): Fridays 10:15-11:00am
Shakers (12-18 mos): Mondays 10:15-11:15am and 11:30-12:30pm; Wednesdays 10:15-11:15 am
Jumpers (19 mos - 2.5 yrs old): Wednesdays 11:30-12:30pm and Fridays 11:15-12:15pm
Explorers (2.5 - 5 yrs old): Wednesdays 3:15-4:15pm
Mandarin classes:
Explorers (2.5 - 4 yrs old): Tuesdays 3:00-4:00pm
We are continually adding classes, so just let us know if you have interest for other times at playgroups@funzone.com.hk.
How can you pay?
For payment, cash/bank transfer and cheques will be accepted.
What are the rules for enrollment?
Enrollment is by the session. Each regular session is comprised of a series of 10 classes, one per week. Special arrangements can be made if you are unable to start at the beginning of the session.
What happens if your child misses a class?Parents and guardians must notify us 24 hours prior to the lesson for cancellation and can schedule make-up classes 2 days ahead of time (dependent upon space availability). Absences, not made up during a session, cannot be used to offset the tuition fee.
What is our health and wellness policy?At FunZone, the health and wellness of the children that use our facilities is our top priority. Out of consideration for others, if your child is ill, shows any signs of illness or if they have a rash of any kind, please call us to schedule a make up class until your child is feeling better.
What do you need to remember?
We shall not be responsible or liable for any injury, loss or damage to any person or property in or on the premises. All class schedules, pricing, terms and conditions are subject to change without prior notification.
Contact Us at playgroups@funzone.com.hk.