GABRIEL'S ART KIDS
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Summer camp 2025 is now open to registration
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Preschool - Pre-K - Afterschool
Choose Different So They Can Be Different

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Welcome to Gabriel's Art Kids! We provide a loving, patient, and non-judgmental environment where self expression is supported and encouraged. We place an emphasis on a wide range of arts practices; ranging visual, music, dance and theater.
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We are a Multiple Intelligence School that emphasizes a well-rounded education. The arts are incorporated into every lesson, and we do our best to highlight interdisciplinary and multicultural connections between our students and the world around them.

Through an approach that values "process-over-product", we offer the opportunity to explore multiple media. We provide a diverse sampling of materials for the students' to use as they please, to celebrate their unique creativity and imagination. Our goal is that each student comes away with the confidence to express their emotions and ideas in a variety of form and style. ​

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Bring More Arts to Your School with Gabriel's Art Kids!

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Are you looking to enhance your school's art education? Gabriel's Art Kids is expanding our off-site teaching to elementary and middle schools.
Our Mission:
  • 🎨 Bridge the gap in art education availability
  • 🌈 Support student development through art discovery
  • 🖌️ Bring fun and engaging art exploration to your school
How Our Off-Site Teaching Works:
  • ✨ Comprehensive art programs for K-8 students
  • 🎭 Diverse offerings: Visual arts, music, dance, and theater
  • 👩‍🎨 Professional instructors who nurture creativity
  • 🏫 Classes held right in your school's classrooms
  • 💰 Financial assistance to ensure art is accessible to all
Our Goals for Your Students:
  • 🧠 Boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • ❤️ Encourage self-expression and emotional growth
  • 🌟 Build confidence and social skills
Let's Collaborate:
  1. Share this information with your PTA or school administration
  2. Express your interest in our after-school art program
  3. Connect us with your school for a personalized art plan
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< hiring for the 25/26 school year >

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Did you know that you can now enjoy high-quality, personalized music instruction from our wonderful teachers? Whether your child dreams of mastering the piano, strumming a ukulele, or finding their voice, our experienced instructors are here to guide them on their musical journey.
Our private lessons offer:
  • Personalized instruction tailored to your child's interests and skill level
  • A variety of instruments including piano, guitar, ukulele, recorder, voice, and harp
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your busy life
  • A nurturing, supportive environment where creativity thrives
Ready to explore the world of music with us?
For more information and to schedule your first lesson, go to 
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Filled with unique designs created for Gabriel's Art Kids by our talented artist/teachers. Each purchase directly funds scholarships, nurturing the future of young artists.
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PARENT’S TESTIMONY

“GAK IS MORE THAN A PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN/AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM — THEY’RE FAMILY”
​SAYS KILGORE.

“I can barely put into words how wonderful our experience has been at GAK, both with pre-k and also 2 summers of camp.
​My daughter is embraced fully for her funny, zany, creative self and we have gained some life time friends with the other parents in our program. The staff is so fun, wonderful, outstanding! We have had a lot go on as a family over the last year, and they always pivoted right along with us and supported us in all the ways possible. This school has set the bar very high for our future academic experiences with our kiddos.” -Katy Glesener
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READ MORE ABOUT OUR FAMILIES' EXPERIENCES WITH OUR PROGRAM IN THIS ARTICLE FROM WHATCOM TALK.
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CHILDREN’S TESTIMONY

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PRESCHOOL/PREK

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OUR PROGRAMS

​PRE-K

We believe students learn all subjects best by integrating art and play and engaging all of their senses.

 Our arts rich curriculum is designed to expose young children to a variety of materials and disciplines to stimulate imagination, visual awareness and fine and gross motor skills.

​In addition to their regular classes our students also enjoy specialty classes in music, Spanish and theatre.

​The knowledge that children gain in early childhood is crucially important for their futures, with a quality pre-k experience helping to lay the foundation for the kinds of skills, knowledge and behaviors that children will be expected to master during school.
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AFTERSCHOOL

Students are transported or dropped off after their public school day ends.

They will explore a variety of art materials such as clay, paint, cornstarch and fabric while learning that the most important part of art is the process not the product.

Class opportunities include but are not limited to music, culinary arts, theatre, drawing, recycled materials and animation.
Our enthusiastic and talented teachers make every afternoon an adventure. 

​We believe art teaches children life skills such as developing an informed perception; articulating a vision; learning to solve problems and make decisions; building self confidence and self discipline; developing the ability to imagine what might be; and accepting responsibility to complete tasks from start to finish. 
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PRESCHOOL

Preschool is a time for young children to play, learn and explore their environment.

In our play-based art integrated preschool program we focus on helping children build on their social-emotional skills and learn to be more independent.
 

We implement art, movement, music and sensory activities that give students a chance to practice skills in all areas of development, with a focus on fine/gross motor and self-regulation. 

We give children ages 2.5-4 an introductory education in all the arts and in doing so support their development of personal expression and self-confidence. 
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Additionally, preschoolers have the opportunity to take specialty classes in music, Spanish language, theatre and dance. ​
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​ART CAMP

​When school is out, Art is in!  

We offer great camps during school breaks so that children can experience a full week of art immersion.

From creation stations to art in the park our camps can't be beat!  Come work with us for a bit and have some fun.  

​Blast off on an outer space adventure, swim under the sea, travel back in time or explore a story with some great kids and supportive staff!
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Location

D st (Preschool & Pre-K/Kindergarten)
2215 D St, Bellingham WA 98225
Dupont St (Elementary Program)
1405 Dupont St, Bellingham WA 98225

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  • The school
    • Contact
    • REGISTRATION >
      • Enrollment & Fees
      • REFERRAL PROGRAM
    • Staff
    • Hiring
    • Virtual tour
    • Volunteer, Donate, and Engage
    • GAK STORE
    • Coloring pages
    • Community Art Collaboration
    • Community Partnerships
  • ECE
    • LEARN MORE
    • Curriculum
    • PROCEDURES AND POLICIES
  • AFTER-SCHOOL
    • AFTER-SCHOOL
    • PROCEDURES AND POLICIES
  • Elementary School
  • ART CLASSES
    • Summer Sketchbook exchange
    • Ceramic classes - Bellingham Middle-school
    • Toddler music class
    • PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
  • CAMP
    • Camp day Registration Form
    • Spring camp 25
    • Summer Camp 2025
  • EVENTS
    • Paintandsip
    • Procession of the Species 2025
    • ART WALK/OPEN MIC
  • Off-Site Teaching