Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost to attend BFX?
BFX Fee Schedule Winter/Spring 2026
Early Childhood, Lower School, and Middle School
Monday, January 5 – Tuesday, June 9
- 18 Mondays, $990
- 19 Tuesdays, $1,045
- 20 Wednesdays, $1,100
- 19 Thursdays, $1,045
- 17 Fridays, $935
Please note – There will be no BFX on the following dates:
- January – 19, 20
- February – 16, 17
- March – 13, 19, 20
- May – 8, 25
How do I sign up for ``specials``?
Specials, or Xplorations, are provided every day. When registering via Campbrain, indicate which Xploration(s) you would like for your child to attend on that day.
What is the schedule of Xplorations?
Tell me more about the Xplorations.
BFX Xplorations Winter/Spring Term
Monday, Block 1
Tiny Architects (EC) – “Build, design, and create with your imagination!” Young builders explore the world of architecture through hands-on construction projects using blocks, clay, and recyclable materials. They’ll create towering castles, tiny villages, and futuristic cities while learning about shapes, balance, and design. By the end of the program, they’ll have their own mini city to showcase their creative engineering skills.
Oriyana, Kodely
Jewelry Making I (K/1st) – Welcome to our “Little Designers” jewelry & accessories class, where creativity and fun meet! In this hands-on workshop, 5 to 7 year-olds will explore a rainbow of colorful, chunky beads, unique charms, wooden materials, stretchy elastic cords, yarn, and colorful pony beads to design their very own bracelets, necklaces, keychains and more. Much more than just a fun activity, it’s a creative adventure that helps build fine motor skills, focus, and self-confidence as kids proudly craft unique pieces to wear or share. All materials are provided for a seamless, mess-free experience. Children get to take home their handmade creations!
Monique, BFX
Chess Advance I (2nd/3rd) – For students who understand the game and have the ability for independent play, the Chess Advance program is designed to be engaging, challenging, and fun. It gives students the perfect balance of learning, confidence-building, and enjoyment. In addition to high-quality instruction, Chess Advance provides valuable tools and resources to support each child’s progress, including an online account (Chesskid or Lichess), weekly progress tracking, and tournament preparation and support. The Chess Advance goal is to help students develop critical thinking, patience, focus, and sportsmanship – all while becoming stronger chess players and having a great time learning.
Coach Bah, Chess Advance
Portal Quest (2nd/3rd) – This is an interactive, hands-on class that leads students through the process of designing a completely original and fully fleshed out fictional world from the ground up. It’s a dynamic learning environment where kids are encouraged to follow their inspiration wherever it may lead them, and allowed to create in whatever medium most inspires, be it drawing, writing, or crafting. Over the course of the class, kids will use a variety of materials to create maps, explore mythologies, dig into histories, conceive new types of magic or technological marvels, invent professions, design systems of government, and more.
Maxine, BFX
Monday, Block 2
Improv and Movement Games (K/1st) – Students will explore acting games, storytelling and movement based activities that encourage imagination and creativity. Improv is based on making the story up as we, the actors, make it up in front of our audience. There are no right and wrong ways to improvise, but we’ll have plenty of inspiration. We’ll learn from improv groups such as Comedy Sports in Philadelphia and New York City’s The PIT. We can’t wait to grow our imagination muscles and create theatre together in this coming semester.
Cameron, 1A
Jewelry Making II (2nd/3rd) – Join us for a glittering, creative adventure where you are the designer! In this fun-filled class, second and third graders will unleash their imaginations to create unique, wearable art. We will use colorful beads, stretchy cord, and exciting charms to design and make their very own bracelets, necklaces, and keychains. Learn simple beading techniques, mix and match materials and take home amazing jewelry to show off to friends and family!
Monique, BFX
Chess Advance II (4th/5th/6th) – Intended for experienced chess players, the Chess Advance II class is designed to be engaging, challenging, and fun. It gives students the perfect balance of learning, confidence-building, and enjoyment. In addition to high-quality instruction, Chess Advance provides valuable tools and resources to support each child’s progress, including an online account (Chesskid or Lichess), weekly progress tracking, and tournament preparation and support. The Chess Advance goal is to help students develop critical thinking, patience, focus, and sportsmanship – all while becoming stronger chess players and having a great time learning.
Coach Bah, Chess Advance
Muse Lab (4th/5th/6th) – This class facilitates supportive and unstructured time devoted to creation and projects. Write your novel, work on artwork, write a song, play instruments, create your fashion design, work on your dance. This is a time and space dedicated to service and screen-free projects. At the end of each class, students will share what they’ve been working on. At the end of the semester, we’ll have a showcase/coffee house where everyone will present their final projects.
Melanie, BFX
Tuesday, Block 1
Rhythm & Rhyme (EC) – Musical Melanie brings an expanded repertoire of songs, games, different musical instruments, and creative movement activities to the ECLC. Each day begins with a welcome song and ends with a goodbye song, and in between is play, rhythm, melodies, and imagination!
Melanie, BFX
Superhero School (K/1st) – Everyone dreams about being a superhero. In this class, you’ll design your own superhero from the ground up, including names, costumes, lairs, tools, origin stories, and motivations. The class will conclude with students participating in a live, role-playing activity, as their superhero alter egos.
Maxine, BFX
Kickboxing (2nd/3rd) – Perfectly suitable for the 7 – 9 year old age range, this introductory martial arts class allows students to gradually learn the art of punches, kicks, and defense techniques while experiencing a full body, cardio-vascular workout unlike any other. A Kickboxing group class provides a number of valuable benefits including fitness, self-confidence, discipline, stress relief, improved social skills, trustworthiness, and stamina. It’s done in a safe environment where all equipment is provided.
Lo-renzo, BFX
Drama/Theatre (2nd/3rd) – In this class, we will be exploring our ability to tell stories using our bodies, voices, and imaginations. We will play games that challenge our creativity and ability to work as an “ensemble” or group. Eventually, we will use all the skills we worked on towards an end of year performance, an original work, a retelling of a classic story, or improv skits.
Amaya, BFX
Tuesday, Block 2
Story Time Chess II (K/1st) – Building off its humorous and engaging story-based curriculum, this next level chess class enables students to accurately apply the rules, objectives, and strategy needed for independent chess play. No prior chess experience is necessary as the engrossing stories that illustrate each piece are quickly comprehended and connected to effective chess maneuvers. Young students will thrive as a result of the Story Time Chess method and will excitedly want to put their chess acumen to the test in these weekly sessions.
Merlin, Story Time Chess
Swimming (3rd/4th/5th) – Journey from BFS to Leman Manhattan Prep (25 Greenwich Street, one subway stop away on the 4/5) every week for this intermediate level class which includes 30 minutes of pool time, 4:00 – 4:30, with experienced, certified youth swim instructors. A bathing suit, swim cap, and swim goggles are required. Two BFX guides will accompany the class. Boys, girls, and family changing rooms are nearby on the pool deck. Expected return from Leman is 5:15.
Physique Swimming
Board Games (4th/5th/6th) – “Let’s learn and play boardgames. They’re not only fun, but they’ll develop logic and critical reasoning, and improve cooperation and creativity. Among the board games featured are Take 5, a numbers-based card game where the goal is to have the lowest score; Codenames, where clever verbal clues lead to victory; Micromacro, where students put on their detective hats to solve perplexing cases; and Carcassone, a tile placement game where players construct a landscape in southern France. In addition, students will workshop boardgames of their own, creating a board game using pen and paper;
Hugo, BFX
Wednesday, Block 1
Mixed Media Art (EC) – In this class, preschoolers will dip into the magic of watercolors, paint, specialty paper, canvases, and even sculpture, discovering new ways to express their ideas. Rooted in emergent curriculum, children will take part in multistep projects as well as open-ended creations that celebrate their ideas, voices, and growing independence. Mindfulness is woven throughout, encouraging children to slow down, notice textures and colors, and delight in the creative journey as much as the finished work.
Bianca, BFX
Nature Innovators (K/1st) – “Design, build, and create solutions for a greener world!” In this class, students will explore how humans can work with nature to build a more sustainable future. Through hands-on projects, they will design mini-gardens, test water filtration systems, and explore renewable energy. Some of the amazing activities include designing a vertical garden, the science of composting, DIY water filters, and a solar oven challenge.
Aylin, Kodely
Creative Movement (2nd/3rd) – This class combines elements of dance and physicality with storytelling. In a welcoming environment where students’ imaginations can thrive, they will engage in dynamic activities that improve balance, coordination, and flexibility while strengthening focus, processing, and social skills. Students will see their self-confidence climb as well. They will learn how their bodies have the ability to communicate with an audience and also how to just have fun!
Amaya, BFX
Wednesday, Block 2
Exploring Assemblage: Transforming Wood and Found Objects into Art (K/1st/2nd) – In this hands-on art class, students will explore the exciting world of assemblage, the process of creating three-dimensional sculptures from found and recycled materials. Throughout the course, students will experiment with arranging, combining, and layering materials, exploring concepts such as balance, proportion, texture, and spatial relationships. They will learn to make intentional design choices while discovering the creative possibilities that emerge through experimentation. Students will have the freedom to create sculptures that reflect their own ideas, stories, and imagination, all while learning to appreciate the value of upcycling and sustainability in art. By the end of the course, each student will have completed a unique assemblage piece that demonstrates their understanding of form, composition, and the transformative power of ordinary materials.
Doris, LS Art
Mixed Media Artists (2nd/3rd) – “Blend, layer, and create one-of-a-kind masterpieces!” Young artists will mix and match different art techniques, from painting and sketching to digital design. They’ll explore how colors, textures, and materials work together to create unique works of art. With projects like layered collages, watercolor resist paintings, and digital enhancements, students will push the boundaries of creativity and self-expression.
Aylin, Kodely
Junior Carpenters (3rd/4th) – Students will advance their woodworking skills through additional practice, learning new techniques and practicing the fundamentals. They’ll tackle self-directed projects and collaborate on a meaningful group creation. Woodworking is a physical activity that requires focus and attention to detail. It also facilitates creative thinking and develops perseverance. This is the ideal place to have fun with tools while honing valuable life skills.
Thomas, LS Wood Shop
Authors and Illustrators (4th/5th/6th)– In this art and writing class, students will be taught the techniques needed to create their own illustrated book. Drawing from life as inspiration, and studying picture books to learn visual storytelling, these young authors and illustrators will focus on creating emotion and meaning through their artwork in the development of an engaging and original narrative. It’s challenging, but fun. At the end of the semester, each student will have their own illustrated book printed in limited edition with a book signing event.
River, BFX
Thursday, Block 1
Story Time Chess (EC) – By breaking down the game of chess to a story-based curriculum that tells the background story behind each piece, Story Time Chess effectively uses humor and a highly engaging narrative to teach the rules, objective, and strategy needed to play the game. Engrossed by these foundational stories, young students will eagerly want to experience these characters in action, which will lead to functional and entertaining chess play.
Merlin, Story Time Chess
Glee Club I (K/1st) – Students are encouraged to sing their favorite songs and make up their own dance moves in this class that incorporates play, rhythm, melodies, and imagination. These young musicians will get to sample a variety of instruments and can even delve into the world of songwriting. In the second half of the term, they’ll work out arrangements of their chosen songs, create choreography and stage attire, and play! The semester concludes with a performance or a music video.
Melanie, BFX
Body Moves BK I (K/1st) – Join former professional dancer (The Lion King) and Brooklyn-based children’s fitness instructor Michelle Brugal for this creative mix of physical games and exercises, creative explorations, and musical interludes. Michelle’s activities include yoga, dance, theatre, and crafts projects. The class is an ideal way to unleash energy while improving balance, core strength, focus, and stamina.
Michelle, Body Moves BK
Thursday, Block 2
Glee Club II (2nd/3rd) – Students will watch their musical talents grow in this interactive class that combines their favorite songs with original dance moves. In addition to practicing a variety of instruments, these young musicians will infuse play, rhythm, melodies, and imagination to add movement to each song. Students will be able to learn songwriting. They’ll also work out arrangements of their chosen songs, create choreography and stage attire, and play! The semester concludes with a performance or a music video.
Melanie, BFX
Body Moves BK II (2nd/3rd) – Join former professional dancer (The Lion King) and Brooklyn-based children’s fitness instructor Michelle Brugal for this creative mix of physical games and exercises, creative explorations, and musical interludes. Michelle’s activities include yoga, dance, theatre, and crafts projects. The class is an ideal way to unleash energy while improving balance, core strength, focus, and stamina.
Michelle, Body Moves BK
Artists & Techniques (4th/5th/6th) – A different famous artist headlines each class, as students learn their backgrounds and their particular artistic practices, which yielded masterpieces spanning numerous generations. Students will be inspired to reproduce artwork using the artist’s technique supported by their own interpretation. An “art exhibition” where their works will be shown will be held at the school at the end of the term.
River, BFX
Speculative Fiction (4th/5th/6th) – In this creative writing workshop, students will be taken through the process of brainstorming, outlining, and eventually drafting original short stories set in original science fiction or fantasy-inspired worlds. Class time will consist of fun, hands-on exercises to bring the process to life (bibliomancy, improv, mock interviews, etc.) and then, in the last third of the class, composing and workshopping stories with their classmates, in a safe and positive environment.
Maxine, BFX
Friday, Block 1
Puppet Play & Storytelling (EC) – “Bring your stories to life with puppets!” Students will design and create their own puppets using felt, paper, and craft materials, then put on mini puppet shows based on classic tales and their own original stories. They’ll explore voice acting, expression, and teamwork while learning how to bring characters to life in a fun and engaging way!
Karina, Kodely
Mixed Media Art II (K/1st) – In this class, students will explore the magic of watercolors, paint, specialty paper, canvases, and even sculpture, discovering new ways to express their ideas. Rooted in emergent curriculum, children will take part in multistep projects as well as open-ended creations that celebrate their ideas, voices, and growing independence. Mindfulness is woven throughout, encouraging children to slow down, notice textures and colors, and delight in the creative journey as much as the finished work.
Bianca, BFX
Friday, Block 2
Artistic Storytelling (2nd/3rd) – “Blend, layer, and create one-of-a-kind masterpieces!” Young artists will mix and match different art techniques, from painting and sketching to digital design. They’ll explore how colors, textures, and materials work together to create unique works of art. With projects like layered collages, watercolor resist paintings, and digital enhancements, students will push the boundaries of creativity and self-expression!
Kendra, Togetherhood
Dungeons & Dragons (4th/5th/6th) – While the classic fantasy game of D & D may be timeless, every new iteration opens up a window of exciting and endless possibilities. Students create their own characters, forge alliances, battle mean bosses, and create and allocate resources while navigating an unpredictable world. Perfect for veterans as well as novice players, Dungeons & Dragons is a unifying and unforgettable educational journey.
Maxine, BFX
Tell me about the BFX team.
Will there be a ``drop-in`` option?
Yes. Occasional drop-in will be available on a space-available basis. The fee is $60 and this will be billed to your account.
What is the refund policy?
There will be no refunds. When enrolling in BFX, we ask that you consider your needs carefully before signing up.
Will I be charged a fee if my child is late being picked up?
BFX will dismiss at 5:30. After that, you will be charged a late fee of $25 which will be billed to your account.