Yapa Clubs promotional graphic featuring colorful abstract shapes, a stylized sun, and stick figure children playing hopscotch. Text reads: 'Yapa Clubs at the Play School, a Yapa Project initiative.'
Graphic illustrating an enrichment program for the Play School. Features three colored circles with text: "familiar teachers & community members," "high standards & engaging curriculum," and "extended day option with lunch club included."
Circular diagram illustrating four concepts: "extension of the school day," "different learning styles," "enriching experiences," and "developmentally appropriate."
Colorful pyramid design next to a text listing an enrichment schedule with activities from lunch club to dismissal in three intervals.
Illustration featuring the definition of 'yapa,' a Quechua noun meaning 'a little extra,' with blue abstract shapes.

Ready for a little extra time at the Play School?

A little extra time…

*with friends

*with teachers

*for learning

*for exploring

*for discovering

*for playing

We offer enriching activities that are aligned with the weekly school themes to create a cohesive experience for each student. Students will expand their days with more play, socialization, and learning. Clubs change seasonally, ensuring a variety of developmentally appropriate activities and learning modalities.

Spring Season 2025

March - May

  • Tuesday

    Literacy Club

    Let's have more fun with our ABC's! We'll explore the wonderful world of letters and sounds through exciting activities and stories!

    11:30/11:45 - 2:00pm

    12 Sessions

    $50 per session

  • Three children playing a game with colorful hoops on the ground, appearing joyful and energetic.

    Wednesday

    Movement Club

    Let’s get moving! We will strengthen our gross motor skills, coordination, balance, and body awareness through fun games and challenges!

    11:30/11:45 - 2:00pm

    12 Sessions

    $50 per session

  • Illustration of the word "STEM" with each letter representing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The letters are decorated with related objects like a microscope, satellite dish, crane, gear, and mathematical tools.

    Thursday

    STEM Club

    Let’s dive into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through playful exploration and hands-on activities!

    11:30/11:45 - 2:00pm

    12 Sessions

    $50 per session

Register Now

Each Yapa Club has 14 spots available. Registration will be on a first come, first served basis.

Each club needs a minimum of 5 students for the club to run.

The number of sessions per season will vary & correspond to PRCC Play School’s calendar.

*Yapa Clubs are for Play School Students only*

Logo of Yapa Clubs with a yellow spiral sun above and the text 'a Yapa Project initiative' below in pink.

100% of the profits generated by Yapa Clubs directly fund educational opportunities for at-risk children in Ecuador.

Outdoor market with colorful textile stalls and clothing booths, set against a mountainous backdrop.
A group of children gathered under pop-up tents in an outdoor setting, with a mural on the wall in the background. Some children are seated on the ground, while others stand or interact. There is a street and plants visible, and a person with a child
Outdoor market with colorful stalls, people browsing items, and buildings in the background, mountain and cloudy sky overhead.
A group of children, some wearing colorful hats, sitting and lying on the ground under a tent, engaging in drawing activities with volunteer adults. A large mural featuring hands is in the background.
Outdoor market with stalls selling fruits, clothes, and textiles under large umbrellas, people walking and shopping, cloudy sky.
Group of children and a young woman outdoors, some wearing fun hats, in a community setting.
Outdoor market with various fruits and vegetables including pineapples, bananas, lettuce, and tomatoes; vendors and stalls.
A cityscape of Quito, Ecuador, with the Virgin of El Panecillo statue on a hill under cloudy skies.
Group of children and adults gathered outdoors in front of a colorful mural with floral designs.