Where little voices bloom in many languages.
A play-based bilingual immersion program for babies, toddlers, and school-aged children in Staten Island and Brooklyn. Through play, music, storytelling, and sensory exploration, children grow language, culture, and connection — naturally and joyfully.
“Language is more than words—
It’s identity. It’s culture. It’s belonging.
Whether you’re maintaining a heritage language or introducing a new one, our inclusive, multisensory approach helps families feel seen, supported, and inspired. We believe in the power of play-based learning to spark curiosity, confidence, and community in every child.
Let your child’s first words bloom in a space where they are celebrated.
Rooted in expertise, grown with joy
We meet every child where they are developmentally — nurturing cognitive, social, and linguistic growth.
SLP-designed curriculum
Our curriculum is designed by pediatric speech-language pathologists and led by trained, qualified native-speaking instructors — every activity is developmentally intentional.
Play-based & multisensory
Play, music, storytelling, movement, and sensory exploration make language stick naturally.
7 languages & cultures
Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, Arabic, French, Cantonese & Greek — heritage and new languages alike.
Belonging & community
An inclusive space where families feel seen, supported, and connected — language is identity, culture, belonging.
Four simple steps to blooming
From choosing your class to growing together — language grows best with love and consistency.
01Choose Your Class
Select your preferred language and class time for your child.
02Join the Fun
Each weekly session includes play, music, storytelling, and sensory activities — all led by experienced, bilingual professionals.
03Grow Together
Watch your child blossom while bonding over language, culture, and joyful experiences with your class community.
04Stay Connected
We share resources and ideas to keep the learning going between sessions — language grows best with love and consistency.
7 languages. One immersive experience.
Spanish
Dance, sing, and grow with the joyful rhythm of Spanish.
Italian
Experience the melody of Italian through joyful play and connection.
Mandarin
Discover the beauty of Mandarin through song, story, and play.
Arabic
Celebrate the richness of Arabic through rhythm, movement, and connection.
French
Discover the vibrant accent and traditions of French through joyful play.
Cantonese
Offered at our Staten Island and Brooklyn Mommy & Me programs.
Greek
Explore the language and culture of Greece through joyful play.
Find your next session
A peek at our schedule — filter by language, age, and location on the full schedule.
Italian 4+ — Lefferts Baptist Church
Spanish 4+ — Lefferts Baptist Church
Ciao Ragazzi! Italian for Kids 5+ — Casa Belvedere
Italian 9+ — THINK DO SAY
Bilingual Explorers — THINK DO SAY
Seasonal language experiences
Special workshops, seasonal events, and pop-up language experiences — blooming throughout the year.
New pop-ups blooming soon
We’re planting the seeds for our next special events. Follow along on Instagram or join our mailing list to be the first to know.
Get notifiedMoments from the garden
A peek into our classrooms, events, and the joyful learning that happens every day.
Italian ocean vocabulary — Pesce, Oceano, Squalo
Children learn through frequent, meaningful exposure
Research in second-language acquisition consistently shows that children learn most effectively through frequent, meaningful and sustained exposure to the target language.
Regardless of a child's starting proficiency, more than 90% of each class is conducted in the target language using comprehensible input, repetition, visual supports and interactive play to promote language development.
Bring a Bilingual Department to Your School
What if your school could offer a complete bilingual program without adding more work for your administration?
Qualified Instructors
Trained and qualified native-speaking instructors who bring meaningful language experiences into your school.
Curriculum & Lessons
Speech-language pathologist-designed curriculum with thoughtful lesson preparation and engaging activities.
Complete Program Support
Materials, scheduling, payroll, cultural collaborations, and ongoing program support handled for your school.
Staff Training & Support
Complimentary training and support from a licensed pediatric speech-language pathologist with practical language strategies for your staff.
We've tried other Mommy & Me classes, but nothing compares to The Bilingual Garden NY. The warmth, the language exposure, the sense of belonging…it's exactly what I was looking for as a bilingual parent. Every week feels like a celebration of who we are.
Two gardens to grow in
Serving families across Staten Island & Brooklyn, NY.
7524 14th Avenue (Lefferts Baptist Church)
Brooklyn, NY 11228
Also at 7217 13th Avenue (Dyker)
Parents' common questions
New to The Bilingual Garden NY? Here's what families in Brooklyn and Staten Island ask most.
What ages does The Bilingual Garden NY serve?
We offer Mommy & Me classes for babies and toddlers from 3 months to 3 years, kids immersion classes for ages 4 and up and 8–11, and private language pods and tutoring for all ages.
Which languages do you teach?
We teach Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, French, and Greek. Availability varies by location and session, so check the class schedule for what is currently open.
Where are your classes held?
Classes meet in Staten Island at THINK DO SAY (1922 Victory Blvd) and Casa Belvedere, and in Brooklyn at Lefferts Baptist Church (7524 14th Avenue) and our Dyker location (7217 13th Avenue).
Who designs and teaches the curriculum?
Every class is designed by a licensed pediatric speech-language pathologist and led by trained, qualified native-speaking instructors.
How do I register for a class?
Browse the class schedule, then use the register link on the class that fits your child. You can also call 718-799-3655 or email thebilingualgardenny@gmail.com and we'll help you choose.
Ready to watch your child bloom?
Reserve a spot, ask a question, or find the right class for your little one. We’d love to welcome your family to the garden.