SEED Program

SEED Program

Speak • Experience • Explore • Discover

A parent–child program that brings families together through Chinese language, culture, and hands-on learning. Children are introduced to language and cultural traditions through play-based activities in a warm, supportive environment — no homework required.

Open to returning and new families.

Tuition: $450/per child

Age Groups:

  • Group A: Ages 2 – 3.5
  • Group B: Ages 3.6 – 6

Classes form based on interest — minimum 8 to start, maximum 10 per group.

Sundays | September – December 2026 (12 sessions)

Location: Tzu Chi Center · 229 E 60th St., New York, NY 10022

  • 9/20/26 — Online Info Session (Zoom)
  • 9/27/26 — Class 1
  • 10/4/26 — Class 2
  • 10/11/26 — Class 3
  • 10/18/26 — Class 4
  • 10/25/26 — Class 5
  • 11/1/26 — Class 6
  • 11/8/26 — Class 7
  • 11/15/26 — Class 8
  • 11/22/26 — Class 9
  • 12/6/26 — Class 10
  • 12/13/26 — Class 11
  • 12/20/26 — Class 12
  • Language exposure through play, music, and hands-on activities
  • Cultural learning and values-based education
  • Small group setting for a more personalized experience
  • This is not a drop-off program — a parent or guardian must remain on-site during program hours
  • Parents may gradually transition to optional parent sessions (cultural or educational) held on the first floor
  • Families will be asked to volunteer 1–2 times per semester
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