Introduction

The prime objective of the programme is to develop the child’s mental and physical aspects and to enhance artistic taste, cheerfulness, and the playful sense of the child through aesthetic experiences. The programme also gives children the opportunity to learn a sense of caring, world awareness, experience in human relationships and socio-cultural values, a sense of basic art forms, and more importantly, confidence and dignity.

To Whom

Children between the ages of four and a half to twelve can take part in the programme. These activities are perceived as supplementary to the formal education the child obtains in schools.

Learning Outcome

This programme gives the child the opportunity to learn the basics of:

• Enjoying and appreciating music
• Free movements
• Dancing and structured movements
• Acting and language
• Singing
• Art, handicrafts, and puppetry

Resource Persons

The programme is conducted by Prof. Chandana Aluthge. In addition, trained artistes who have received special training to work with children also assist with the programme delivery.

Duration and Time

The programme has three terms each year, with each term lasting twelve weeks. The terms are scheduled as follows:

• First Term: January to March
• Second Term: May to July
• Third Term: September to November

The second term of 2025 commences on 3rd May 2025. Registration is done on a first come-first served basis. Sessions are held on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Participating children are kindly requested to bring their own food and drinks. Children should also wear suitable clothing to take part in the Creative Activities Sessions.

Fee

The fee for the programme is Rs. 5,500 per child per term. There is also a one-time registration fee of Rs. 500. When two children from the same family are enrolled, the second child receives a 10% discount on the programme fee.

Venue

Sessions are held at the Battaramulla Lions Club Activity Centre, situated on Jayanthipura Main Road, Battaramulla.

More Information

For more details about the programme and to apply online, visit www.playhouse.lk or follow FB/somalathasubasingheplayhouse .