Rochester Music Instruction is located on University Street just west of Main Street. Experienced instructors offer instruction in all styles of music, from classical to rock. Lessons are individually tailored for beginner to advanced players. Students can learn the material and skills that interest them, from reading music to jamming along with their favorite songs.
The Learning Experience (TLE) in Northville is part of a nationwide franchise of independently owned and operated child development centers. TLE provides a dynamic environment for babies and children from ages 6 weeks through 8 years. A full-day kindergarten is offered, as well as before- and after-school care. The atmosphere is friendly; the decor is bright and colorful. A fenced-in play yard adjacent to the building is equipped with a playscape.
The Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center is one of Metro Detroit's premier cultural community centers that offers an eclectic array of art from some of the area's finest artists. The BBAC also offers an amazing art classes beginning with those for pre-school students to advanced seniors. Whether you are interested in joining the community center for a class, or featuring your work in one of the studios or selling in the gallery, the BBAC is one resource that every artist will enjoy. The BBAC is a tax-exempt regional art center, focused on connecting people of all ages and abilities with visual arts education, exhibitions, and other creative experiences. Please visit the BBAC for a current fall schedule, or contact the BBAC via website to for more information on registration and exhibitions.
Peace Lutheran Church & School has been teaching families and students about peace and Christinity since 1967. More than 600 congregants attend church weekly, and more than 200 students attend the K–8th grade school. The school's early childhood department offers several programs for children under five. The school is open to all students who desire a personalized education that stresses high academic standards and Christian-based values. Financial aid is available to needy students.
Grosse Pointe Nursery School is part of Grosse Pointe Baptist Church on Mack Avenue, a block in from the road. Even with the tall steeple, first-time visitors may not spot the building from the road. Inside, the tell-tale signs of arts and crafts activities decorate the walls: Construction paper kites and kids' drawings add color to the cheerful space. A large playground behind the church gives kids a great open area in which to play. The school's religious affiliation is Baptist, but all children 2 and older are welcome to enroll.
The Berkley Music Company specializes in musical instrument services and sales, offering repairs, consignments and used equipment. It also offers private lessons in guitar, mandolin, banjo, dobro, ukulele, bass, drums, piano, saxophone, clarinet, brass instruments, violin, viola and singing.
This business is continually voted in the top five for "Best Musical Instruments" in Detroit's WDIV Channel 4 "Vote 4 the Best" contest. After making the list for the last three years, it's nominated again for 2010.
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Oakland Montessori Academy is an early learning center for children based on the Montessori system of education, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori (1870–1952). Each classroom provides children with a balance of academic, social and physical skill development activities. Montessori schools allow an early start on education for children (ages 2 –3), and classes have a three-year age range, much wider than a traditional classroom. At the Oakland Montessori Academy, infants 6 weeks and up are also accepted, in the nursery school program. School days are three hours long (child care hours are longer).
With a 50-year history in the community, the Mayfair Co-Op Pre-School offers programs for toddlers and children who are pre-kindergarten age. This is a member-run school, and parents are each given year-long assignments as part of the cooperative experience. Each day's activities have a theme, which is carried out in each of Mayfair's learning centers. Each learning center focuses on a specific curriculum area, from art, blocks and science and mathematics. Children start with the Mom and Tot program, which provides an introduction to the pre-school environment and includes lots of free play. From there, they move on to age-grouped programs, ending with the pre-kindergarten class. Mayfair's clean, bright facility offers a welcoming environment, and the school prides itself on its professional, high-quality staff.
Located in Birmingham, Wilson Fine Violins specializes in selling and repairing violins, and the shop provides its customers with personal attention. All instruments are on a rent-to-own basis and adjustments afterwards are free of charge. Wilson also offers violin lessons taught by experienced professionals.
The Plymouth-Canton Montessori School is located on the south side of Joy Road, between Sheldon and Canton Center Roads. The curriculum is guided by the philosophy of Maria Montessori (1870 - 1952), an Italian physician and educator whose teaching methods were designed to nurture a child's own "natural" instincts. In theory, this method allows children to use their internal compasses, so to speak, to negotiate a learning environment. The school was founded in 1972, though it has only occupied its current location since 1991. The Plymouth-Canton Montessori School is a member of both the Plymouth and the Canton Chambers of Commerce.
Aqua-Tots Swim School is in the Troy Marketplace. It offers a year-round swimming program that is monthly-tuition based. Thirty-minute swim lessons are provided to children in a group, semi-private or private setting, which take place in an indoor pool that is regulated at 90 degrees.
With a new location inside Miller Marina, Advanced Aquatics Diving is a PADI 5-star Instructor Development Center, the highest rating a dive center can receive. In addition to scuba lessons, the shop has tons of scuba equipment, suits and tanks for sale, service or rental. It is an authorized Aqua Lung dealer and service center. Cash and most credit cards are accepted. Student discounts are available on all products. Layaway is also available.
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers provide training and certification for computer-based business operations. It is located on the west side of Livernois Rd. between West Big Beaver Rd. and West Maple Rd. It offers courses in Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Tech products as well as numerous other business operational software and programs.