The Portals
Curriculum at The Portals
Class information and pricing
- All classes are once a week
- $895 for 10 weeks starting from January 20, 2026, to March 30, 2026.
- Mommy and Me Class is $595 for 10 weeks
- Specific dates and days for the clubs and labs will follow.
The Britleys School Club Experience Curriculum
The Britleys’ School Club at The Portals offers more than just a program; it provides a carefully curated journey of enrichment designed to spark young minds and foster a lifelong love of discovery. Every moment is thoughtfully crafted, ensuring children’s experiences are filled with imagination and meaningful connection, all presented with the signature attention to detail and grace that set The Britleys’ apart.
Petite Étiquette Club (Ages 3 to 5)
The Etiquette Experience: Grace is gently introduced.
Young children are immersed in the art of kindness, courteous communication, posture, and presence through charming role-play, storytelling, and miniature tea rituals. Each session fosters poise and self-awareness in a delightful and age-appropriate manner.
The Polished Child (Ages 5 to 9)
The Etiquette Experience: Poise is thoughtfully cultivated.
In a world where social influences are increasingly significant, this club provides a solid foundation in etiquette, confidence, and emotional intelligence. The program is designed to align with timeless values and nurture self-assurance and grace through engaging, hands-on instruction. Each session aims to cultivate essential life skills, instill a positive mindset, and foster the quiet confidence that shapes character. Children learn to navigate social situations with poise, guided by knowledgeable educators who provide them with valuable guidance.
Picasso Club
Young hands create lasting impressions.
Children explore visual storytelling, illustration, and color theory through curated art studies and hands-on projects, ranging from classical brushwork to whimsical mixed media. Emphasis is placed on patience, observation, and creative expression.
Newton Lab
Curiosity is a compass.
In this thoughtfully structured, inquiry-driven science and engineering lab, children explore the wonders of natural forces, motion, and the art of invention. With gentle guidance and beautifully designed materials, complex concepts are gracefully transformed into meaningful, hands-on experiences. Through guided exploration and the use of purposefully designed materials, abstract scientific concepts become tangible, inviting young minds to engage with complexity through curiosity, creativity, and purposeful discovery.
The NeuroBloom Lab
Discovering calm, creativity, and cognitive strength.
The NeuroBloom Lab offers a curated enrichment experience that combines brain health, mindfulness, and joyful discovery. Our program, rooted in neuroscience and nature- inspired learning, helps nurture focus, emotional balance, and mental resilience in children. Through engaging activities that promote calm attention, mindful movement, and creative thinking, young learners explore how their brains grow stronger through rest, reflection, and curiosity.
Einstein Lab
Numbers reveal quiet patterns of wonder and order.
Young mathematicians explore patterns and problem-solving through tactile materials, purposeful puzzles, and imaginative lessons. Mathematics is not simply about numbers—it becomes a joyful experience of discovery, where abstract concepts unfold naturally through hands-on exploration and experimentation.
Language Loft
Language gently unfolds, and imagination takes root.
Children develop a love for stories, sounds, and written words through structured reading, early writing, phonics, and storytelling circles. From sight words to sentence construction, literacy is approached with delight and joy.
Young Chef Club
The Culinary Passport.
Children embark on a global culinary journey through carefully curated, child-friendly recipes. Along the way, they develop essential skills in culinary etiquette, measurement, sequencing, and sensory appreciation, fostering both cultural awareness and confidence, as well as patience, independence, and collaboration.
Outdoor/Earth Explorers
The natural world becomes the classroom.
Our connection to nature is both instinctive and vital. Through garden walks and immersive ecological exploration, children will engage with the natural world in enriching and restorative ways. By exploring the outdoors and observing closely, each discovery awakens a sense of wonder and fosters a spirit of care and environmental stewardship.
Haley's Studio Dance Club (Ages 3 to 5 and 5 to 9)
A Tapestry of Dance Experiences from Around the World.
Where movement becomes an expression, and expression becomes art.
Children are invited to explore the language of the body through gentle, expressive movement. Through guided dance, cultural rhythms, and improvisational movement, children discover how motion can tell stories, evoke emotion, and connect them more deeply to themselves and the world around them. With an emphasis on joy, poise, and freedom of expression, this club transforms movement into a meaningful art form—fostering confidence, mindfulness, and an enduring appreciation for the beauty of the body in motion.
Grace & Growth Club
A Mommy & Me Experience (Ages 12 months to 2 years)
Where melody meets milestones.
Carefully designed for the earliest years, this class invites caregivers and children into a calm, beautiful environment filled with natural materials. This setting encourages focused listening, freedom within structure, and the joy of bonding and discovery. Caregivers actively participate, bonding with their children through shared musical experiences and gaining insight into the role of music in early development. Whether through a quiet hum, a clapping beat, or a soft dance, every moment in our Grace & Growth Club is an invitation to grow together with your child.
Some of these lessons are available in Mandarin and Spanish, promoting early language acquisition while building confidence, cultural awareness, and a sense of independence through intentional expression.
What our Parents are saying
"Words can’t describe how appreciative I am of the Britleys. We moved from LA to DC and our daughter began to attend the Britleys at 1 year old. She is now 2 years old and sings songs and counts in Spanish and Mandarin. They frequently visit museums and have a wonderful curriculum! She has built great friendships and loves her teachers. We are so grateful for the impacts on her cognitive, social, and emotional development! Thank you to all the amazing teachers at the Britleys!!"
-Sarah J.
"The Britleys is a wonderful first 'school' experience for toddlers and parents. My daughter started just over a year of age as one of the youngest kids and really blossomed under the loving care of Gloria and her staff of teachers. They plan engaging activities and lessons and obviously really care about your kids, which is a huge relief for parents. They have great hours and are very good at giving each child what they need."
-Tayla
"I cannot say enough good things about the Britleys! Gloria and her staff are amazing with our son! We moved from Atlanta and they made the whole process seamless. Our son has flourished in their care. I trust everyone at the school completely with my son everyday! My son is excited every morning to go to school!"
- Jamie W.
