 Since
1988, Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio has provided an ideal
environment for children to explore their creativity while
learning the craft of ceramics.
Kids 'N' Clay was founded by artist Kevin
Nierman. Kids 'N' Clay's Berkeley
(CA) location - and the company headquarters - are located
the first floor studio of a
historic, landmarked Victorian in the heart of Berkeley's artists'
community.
Nationally recognized for its
innovative programs, Kids 'N' Clay offers affordable ongoing weekly
classes for kids 3 to 18 years of age. Students are assured of
personal attention and as much assistance with their hand-built
project or time on a potters' wheel as they
desire!
In order to bring the program to more children, and in
response to the need for creativity in our children's lives, Kids
'N' Clay began a careful program of expansion through carefully
screened franchise partners in 2005.
What they're
saying:
"I love
going to Kids 'N' Clay. I like working with clay and showing
my mom the great pots I make." Hillary, age 7
"There are
two things I look forward to all week: pottery on Saturdays and
Grandma's on Sundays ... for bagels." Eliza, age 12
"Mom, this
was the best day of my whole life!" Bowen, age 8 (after his first day of summer
camp)
"The Kids
'N' Clay instructors treat the children with such respect.
They relate beautifully to each age group and find projects that fit
every child and the level that they're at!" Lynn, Rachel's
Mom
"As a
developmental and clinical psychologist, I know the importance that
the creative process plays in a child's full and well-rounded
development. The social skills gained, problem solving
techniques learned and just the sheer pleasure of having fun are
what makes a program such as that offered at Kids 'N' Clay an
important part in a child's ability to reach their full
potential. I'm so impressed with the philosophy of the
program, and the way that individual differences are recognized and
celebrated. It's an amazing program!" Laura Mason, PhD, Lily & Rachel's Mom, Clinical
Psychologist,
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