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Children's Programming

Spark your child’s curiosity and take them on a journey around the world in this family-centered learning series developed with the Montessori Network Middle East (MNME), a community-led Abu Dhabi initiative for homeschooling families.

Join us at 421 Arts Campus for a creative curriculum-based series of sessions throughout the Spring season. Designed for parents and children aged 5-8, each session combines movement-based storytelling, hands-on creative activities, and playful math and chess exercises. Together, families explore the art, craft, culture, and biodiversity of countries around the world, building a collective World Map throughout the season.

Sessions run weekly on Wednesdays and Fridays, with special Meet the Artist events on the third Friday of each month.

Each session blends creative exploration with structured learning. Families begin with Somatic Storytelling, a movement-based narrative session led by sports professional Joelle Beyrouthy, where stories of place and culture unfold through stretching and guided movement. This is followed by subject-based workshops, ranging from geography and botany to zoology, alongside Maths Chess, where educator Charlotte Hauptfleisch introduces mathematical thinking and strategic play using unconventional tools such as bean bags, popcorn counters, and paint!

Every third Friday of the month, the program hosts ‘Meet the Artist’, a Montessori-aligned gathering where families explore the work of a visual artist together through conversation and hands-on creative activities.

Designed to be tactile, and playful, the program encourages young learners to build cultural curiosity, creative confidence, and early problem-solving skills alongside their families.

Monthly Learning Cycle

Each month focuses on one country or a group of countries in Asia, explored through a four-week cycle.

Week 1 | Geography

Mapping the country, understanding landmarks, and creating landscape-inspired artworks.

Week 2 | Botany

Exploring native plant life and engaging with traditional craft techniques connected to the region.

Week 3 | Zoology

Learning about indigenous wildlife and biodiversity through creative media and observation.

Week 4 | Recapitulation

A reflective session revisiting key ideas and reinforcing knowledge gained throughout the month.

Weekly Session Flow

Wednesday | Soma & Subject Study

10:30 – 11:15

Somatic Storytelling: movement-based narratives led by a sports professional.

11:15 – 11:35

Self-served snack: independence and grace/courtesy practice (Montessori practice).

11:40 – 12:30

Subject workshop (Geography, Botany, Zoology, or Recapitulation) and Maths Chess.

Friday | Review, Culinary & Logic

10:30 – 11:15

Review and Culinary Arts: revisiting Wednesday’s concepts and preparing a local cold dish.

11:15 – 11:35

Culinary tasting and social time.

11:40 – 12:30

Maths Chess: logical reasoning and strategic gameplay.

Reserve Your Spot

Families can choose to reserve a single session or join for a full month or the entire season. Families who join monthly receive a special monthly discount, while those who sign up for the full season benefit from an exceptional seasonal rate.

Monthly and seasonal registrations must be confirmed in advance: payment for monthly participation is due in advance of the beginning of each month, and seasonal registration must be completed before the first session of the season. Otherwise, sessions can be attended individually.

To reserve a monthly or seasonal spot, please email hello@421.online

Single sessions can be booked at the standard per-session rate listed below.

Accessibility & Participation

Sessions are suitable for children aged 5 to 8 with parental or guardian participation.

Session duration: approximately 2 hours

Language: English

60 AED

About Montessori Network Middle East

Montessori Network Middle East (MNME) Homeschool is a community-led initiative based in Abu Dhabi that supports families with children aged 5–8 through culturally immersive learning. By exploring global landmarks, traditional attire, music, cuisine, and craft together, MNME encourages children to appreciate cultural diversity while building essential cross-cultural communication skills. In alignment with the UAE’s Year of Family, the initiative fosters global citizenship and a spirit of “Growing in Unity” through shared discovery and community learning.

Joelle Beyrouthy – Somatic Movement (Wednesdays)

Joelle is an experienced physical movement teacher who specializes in movement-based storytelling. Each session invites children to explore a theme related to the country children are learning while expressing the stories throughtheir bodies. Children learn to build strength, balance and body awareness while also developing focus and emotional regulation through playful movement and calming reflections.

Charlotte Hauptfleisch – Chess Maths (Fridays)

Charlotte is an experienced educator who believes that children learn best through play. Her sessions are multi-sensory and hands-on; children will work mathematical concepts using unconventional counters like popcorn, fruits, or vegetables. Her approach utilizes bean bags

and floor-work to create an informal, high-engagement learning environment.