Spanish + Art for Kids. Ages 5-11. 8 Students Max.
A developmental enrichment program in San Mateo led by Lizette Diaz, a child development specialist with a Master's in Child Psychology and over 20 years working with Peninsula families.
Every Wednesday after school. Two back-to-back programs, one exceptional instructor, and a class small enough that she knows every child by name.
Every Session
How a 60-Minute Session Works
Each session follows the same structure, giving children the predictability they need and the variety that keeps them engaged.
10 min
Bienvenida
Greeting ritual, songs with movement, and vocabulary review. The same opening every week builds comfort and confidence.
35 min
Proyecto
The main event. A themed art or language project embedding target vocabulary through hands-on creation.
10 min
Compartir
Each child shows their work and says one sentence in Spanish. Pride, applause, and real-world language use.
5 min
Despedida
Closing song and a Home Report in the backpack so parents know what was learned and how to practice.
Your Child's Instructor
Meet Lizette
Lizette Diaz, MA
Child Development Specialist
Lizette is a child development specialist with a Master's in Child Psychology and over 20 years working with children and families on the Peninsula. She leads enrichment and Spanish tutoring for Plato+, creating a classroom where every child feels seen, safe, and genuinely proud of what they achieve.
Her differentiator isn't subject matter expertise alone. It's understanding how children learn, when they need encouragement, when they're ready for a challenge, and how to build the confidence that makes everything else stick.
- M.A. in Child Psychology & Child Growth and Development
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, San Francisco State University
- Native Spanish speaker
- 20+ years working with children on the Peninsula
- Trusted by a leading San Mateo independent school (30+ students)
Two Tracks, One Afternoon
8-Week Curriculum Preview
Each session builds progressively over 8 weeks. Spanish and Art run back-to-back every Wednesday, so your child can do one or both.
Wednesdays, 3:45 - 4:45 PM
- 1-2 Mi Mundo (greetings, colors)
- 3-4 Mi Familia y Amigos
- 5-6 Mi Comunidad
- 7-8 Celebracion + Showcase
Wednesdays, 4:45 - 5:45 PM
- 1 Kandinsky Circles
- 2 Frida Kahlo Self-Portraits
- 3 Diego Rivera Mural
- 4 Torres-Garcia Symbols
- 5 Ojos de Dios (Huichol)
- 6 Watercolor Landscapes
- 7 Day of the Dead Calavera
- 8 Artist's Choice + Showcase
What Sets This Apart
Why Families Choose This Program
8 Students Maximum
Small enough that Lizette knows every child by name, their comfort level, and how to stretch it. This isn't a drop-in activity. It's a real relationship, built week after week.
Child Development Expertise
Lizette's Master's in Child Psychology means she designs every activity around how children actually learn, not just what they should learn. She reads the room, adjusts in real time, and creates moments of genuine pride.
Bilingual Immersion
Spanish class is 90% in Spanish. Art class weaves Spanish vocabulary naturally into instruction. Your child builds bilingual skills through stories, gestures, songs, and creative projects.
Take-Home Portfolio
Every child builds a portfolio of artwork and a progress record over 8 weeks. At the end-of-session showcase, parents see exactly how far their child has come.
Schedule & Pricing
Every Wednesday in San Mateo
Both programs run back-to-back. Enroll in one or both.
Per Class
$85
$680 for the full 8-week session
- 8-week sessions, registration-based enrollment
- 8 students maximum per class
- All materials provided
- End-of-session parent showcase included
$75/class ($600 for 8 weeks) for our inaugural session. Founding families lock in $80/class for all future sessions as long as they stay enrolled. Limited to 8 families per class.
See It in Person
Try a Free Discovery Day
60 minutes. Free. Your child creates art, learns Spanish, and you see the program in action. Parents stay and watch.
Pick a Discovery DayCommon Questions
Questions from Parents
The program is designed for children ages 5 through 11. Activities are differentiated so every child engages at their own level.
Not at all. Spanish is designed for all levels, from complete beginners to kids with some exposure. Art requires no prior experience. Everyone learns at their own pace.
You can enroll in Spanish only, Art only, or both. They run back-to-back on Wednesdays so families doing both have one convenient trip.
A free 60-minute trial session where your child experiences the full program while you watch. No commitment, no pressure. It's the best way to see if the program is the right fit for your family.
Classes are held at a location in San Mateo, CA. We share the exact address when you sign up for a Discovery Day or enroll.
Enrolled families have a makeup class policy. If you miss a week, you're covered. We also send home a brief summary so your child can stay on track.
Our inaugural session is offered at $75/class (instead of $85) for families who join early. Founding families also lock in $80/class for all future sessions as long as they stay continuously enrolled. It's our way of thanking families who believe in the program from day one.