Kids Classes Academic Year: 2025-2026
Academic Year Classes:
Academic year classes are structured educational programs that run for 34 weeks, typically following a traditional school year schedule. These classes are billed monthly, providing flexibility for participants to join or withdraw at any time. Additionally, students have the option to switch to a different class at the beginning of each trimester, allowing them to explore new subjects or adjust their learning paths as needed.
Because we are a member-supported center for the arts, a non-refundable Family Membership of $75, valid from September 1 through August 31, is required to enroll in all activities (exceptions are noted and include all workshops) and will be pro-rated to $40 for activities beginning after March 1. The Family Membership may be tax-deductible and allows Darlington to maintain facilities, provide excellent administration, care for our instruments and studios, and fulfill our mission to provide Every Art for Everyone.
Visual Art
Play With Clay 
Ages: 5-10, Mondays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Join us to try all kinds of clay in different projects. A great way for beginners to learn how to build with model magic, polymer clay, ceramic clay and more! Learn to build exciting sculptures as well as functional items - like a cup you can actually use! A fun and creative way to spend a Monday afternoon! In accordance with Garnet Valley School Transportation guidelines, Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 8, 2025 – June 1, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/24/25, 12/22/25, 12/29/25, 3/30/26, 5/25/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Sewing for the Holidays (8-12)
Ages: 8-12, Mondays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Learn the basics of sewing in this introductory class. Our teaching artist will guide the students through a series of projects to illustrate the various skills. No experience necessary – just a willing spirit and an eagerness to learn. In accordance with Garnet Valley School Transportation guidelines, Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Grace Elliott
September 8, 2025 – June 1, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/24/25, 12/22/25, 12/29/25, 3/30/26, 5/25/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Pottery by Wheel and Hand
Ages: 10-13, Tuesdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Have you enjoyed taking Play With Clay or Paint and Clay Works? Have you always wanted to learn how to work the wheel? If your answer was YES, then this class is for you. Learn the basics of wheel throwing and continue creating amazing clay creations by hand.
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 9, 2025 – June 2, 2026
Skip Dates: 9/23/25, 11/25/25, 12/23/25, 12/30/25, 3/31/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Introduction to Costume Design
Ages: 7-12, Tuesdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Have you ever wanted to make your own Halloween costume? Do you like to arrange colors, patterns, and fabrics together in interesting ways? Then this is class for you! This project-based class will have you creating interesting costumes pieces you can actually use. Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 9, 2025 – June 2, 2026
Skip Dates: 9/23/25, 11/25/25, 12/23/25, 12/30/25, 3/31/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Imagination Afternoon
Ages: 5-10, Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Create fun arts and crafts using various, simple everyday items and atypical art supplies. From cans to cardboard, learn to use your imagination to craft something incredible out of anything! Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 10, 2025 – May 27, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/26/25, 12/24/25, 12/31/25, 4/1/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Paint and Clay Works
Ages: 7-12, Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Heighten your imagination through the use of clay and paint! This class will teach the fundamentals of painting in acrylic and watercolor as well as three-dimensional ceramic art including the construction of fun sculptures in addition to functional pottery like mugs and bowls! Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 10, 2025 – May 27, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/26/25, 12/24/25, 12/31/25, 4/1/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Let's Get Crafty
Ages: 5-10, Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Let your imagination soar as you create fun arts and crafts! Creativity is the name of the game as you work with a variety of different mediums such as paint, clay, fabric, and yarn to produce unique creations! Garnet Valley students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 11, 2025 – June 4, 2026
Skip Dates: 10/2/25, 11/27/25, 12/25/25, 1/1/26, 4/2/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Making Masterpieces
Ages: 7-12, Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Are you ready to create a masterpiece? How about multiple masterpieces? In this class, you will create a gallery of artwork inspired by the world’s great artists and their works. Explore exciting new styles like Gustav Klimt’s art nouveau symbolism and Salvador Dali’s surrealism to name just a few! In accordance with Garnet Valley Transportation policies, Garnet Valley School District children may be bused to Darlington for this class as part of our Afterschool Art Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 11, 2025 – June 4, 2026
Skip Dates: 10/2/25, 11/27/25, 12/25/25, 1/1/26, 4/2/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Clay Creations
Ages: 5-10, Fridays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Join us to try all kinds of clay in different projects. A great way for beginners to learn how to build with model magic, polymer clay, ceramic clay and more! Learn to build exciting sculptures as well as functional items - like a cup you can actually use! Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 12, 2025 – May 29, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/28/25, 12/26/25, 4/3/26, 5/22/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Drawing and Painting
Ages: 7-12, Fridays, 4:00pm-5:15pm
Have fun exploring basic drawing principles such as line, color, and texture. Develop your painting techniques using various paint media. You will create beautiful works of art while experimenting with pencil, pastel, watercolors, acrylics and more! Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 12, 2025 – May 29, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/28/25, 12/26/25, 4/3/26, 5/22/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Drama
Young Actor's Club
Ages: 5-10, Tuesdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Are you destined to be on stage? In this introduction to acting and improvisation for kids, you will build confidence and social skills while expressing and expanding your creativity! Participate in a variety of theater games while learning the skills of a theater artisan! Create characters, scenes and stories with friends! An exhibition of work will be presented on the last class of each session. Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Griffin Horn
September 9, 2025 – June 2, 2026
Skip Dates: 9/23/25, 11/25/25, 12/23/25, 12/30/25, 3/31/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Let's Make A Play!
Ages: 7-12, Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Whether you are continuing your dramatic journey or you are brand new to the stage, this class is for you! Receive the tools and training of professional actors. Be the playwrights, designers and directors of your very own show! You will build confidence and presence while you create an original play to perform for family and friends on the final date! Garnet Valley Students may be bused to Darlington as part of our Afterschool Club!
Teaching Artist: Griffin Horn
September 10, 2025 – May 27, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/26/25, 12/24/25, 12/31/25, 4/1/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Music
Guitar 1 Class
Ages: 8-13, Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Let your child discover the joy of making music with others in our Guitar Group Ensemble! Designed for young musicians, this class helps kids develop rhythm, coordination, and teamwork while playing fun, age-appropriate songs together. Students will learn basic chords, strumming patterns, and ensemble skills in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Perfect for beginners or those with some guitar experience, this class fosters confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.
Teaching Artist: Kevin Cope
September 11, 2025 – June 4, 2026
Skip Dates: 10/2/25, 11/27/25, 12/25/25, 1/1/26, 4/2/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Dance/Fitness
Hip Hop
Ages: 7-9, Mondays, 4:00-5:30pm
Let your child groove, express themselves, and build confidence in our high-energy Hip Hop Dance Class! Designed for young movers, this class teaches fun, age-appropriate choreography while helping kids develop rhythm, coordination, and creativity. Students will learn foundational hip hop moves, musicality, and freestyle skills in an upbeat, inclusive environment. Perfect for beginners and budding dancers alike, this class promotes fitness, self-expression, and a love for dance.
Teaching Artist: Darlington Teaching Artist
September 8, 2025 – June 1, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/24/25, 12/22/25, 12/29/25, 3/30/26, 5/25/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $138.80/$1,249.26
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Mini Poms
Ages: 7-10, Wednesdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Dream of growing up to be a dance team member or cheerleader? Combine dance with upbeat music and the fun of poms! Dancers will learn the basics of jazz dance and pom technique in this energetic class!
Teaching Artist: Emily Ackin-O'Mahoney
September 10, 2025 – May 27, 2026
Skip Dates: 11/26/25, 12/24/25, 12/31/25, 4/1/26
Price Per Month/ Total Cost: $91.94/$827.42
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Kids Competition Track! **NEW**
Kids Dance Competition
Ages: 8-12, Fridays, 5:30pm-6:30pm
More information coming soon!