Studies show that early exposure to visual art promotes activity and development in the brain. Art lessons greatly encourage and nurture valuable life skills through fun, creative, learning activities. It starts with art!
Les Petits Painters offers art lessons to stimulate young people’s minds and develop them mentally, socially, physically (dexterity, coordination, observation), and emotionally.
Children will acquire skills through new techniques and processes using a wide range of tools, learn about new materials, and create projects that express their thoughts and personality.
Kids benefit greatly from art because creating art:
Develops their imagination;
Promotes their curiosity;
Improves their social skills when they make friends and get along with other kids;
Boosts self-confidence;
Helps them express emotions;
Leads them to discover how to make something special from something ordinary;
Builds problem-solving skills;
Fulfills their desire to learn something new;
Teaches them how to search for solutions.
Testimonials and Feedback –
“My son (age 4) loves going to Les Petits Painters.
Teresa has the most wonderful ideas with art. Each of her lessons are so well thought through with amazing creativity, structure and preparation, not to mention the beautiful artwork as a product for display at home from all the lessons. She and her helpers are always so patient with the students. She carefully considers everything, including seating arrangements, to maximise student engagement and learning opportunities.
Teresa also takes the time to write up a document after each artwork is finished with photos of the kids participating in the lesson. The document isn’t just about the photos; it has explanations of what the lesson is about, how to create the artwork and the skills that are invovled through the process of creating the artwork – it’s an amazing review of the lessons and most definitely a keepsake!
Highly recommend this art class!
“Thank you so much for your wonderful lessons with Eliyas. I meant every word I said on the (Facebook) review, you are truly amazing. I can feel your passion and you really care about each child’s development. Look at the improvement on Eliyas’s hand writing!! I believe you have a lot to do with it!” — Yolanda, mum of 5 yr. old Eliyas
“Teresa is an amazing art teacher. Her lessons are always so well planned and the amount of time, resource and effort that she puts into structuring the class for her students so that the classes are both fun and educational is unparalleled. Since joining her class 2 years ago, my son has improved in his sense of creativity, observation skills and hands on ability, not to mention he’d also made lots of new friends and had a tonne of fun every week.
You can really tell that Teresa cares about all her students and is passionate about art. We are so lucky to have found her. I highly recommend Les Petits Painters to all kids!” — Joyce Y, mum of 5 yr. old Liam
“Thank you for teaching Lucas these past 2 years +. When he started, he would not even put dots on paper! Thank you for your patience & dedication, an art teacher like no other.” – Jaime, mum of Lucas
“My daughter has been going to art class in Les Petits Painters for more than 5 years. It is not like any other art class that just do the art with the kids, but it is doing art with passion, great technique teaching, together with relevant and very interesting art history. The kids have fun while still learning in a very constructive environment.
Teresa, (the) art teacher is very well versed across different art genres and movement. She is very patient and share(s) her knowledge and passions with all her students. She always explain(s) the background, the art history, the why and how, the intricate technique broken down in the level that can be understood by her students. There is no other art teacher from other art schools that I know of in the area that has even a portion of her quality of teaching. Teresa also always makes the time to write learning summary for each lesson. This learning summary is priceless, she explained in details what had been covered in her class, pictures of the kids making the art, and explanation of the lesson/technique covered in the class. Parents always feel like they are in the know and even learn a thing or two from just reading the lesson summary.
I highly recommend anyone from preschool to school age kids that wants to learn and have fun in art to go to Les Petits Painters. My daughter tried several other art classes in Chatswood (and I was also observing and even took some other trial/holiday classes) and they are not even near the standard of Teresa’s classes. Les Petit Painters is the only kid’s art class that takes art seriously. ” –Ellys, mum of Freya
“Teresa is one of the best art teachers. She focusses on the child’s creativity and also shows them how famous artists saw art. She also helps us as parents understand how these artists viewed and brought different styles. My daughter, Sharanya, loves going to the classes and loves painting. We are thoroughly enjoying the classes 🙂 Teresa is helping children even during Covid19 lockdown through her regular mail and artwork. Thanks for being so wonderful. Highly recommend Les Petits!” — Padma, mum of 7 yr old Sharanya
“Very highly recommend Les Petits Painters preschool and school age art classes for kids!! My two boys have enjoyed art classes here for several years, since they were 3 or 5 yo, and are still very much enjoying the classes now – it’s a highlight of their week!
Teacher Teresa is very friendly, delightful and amazing in her enthusiasm, and passion for art. Her assistants are kind and supportive. She engages and teaches kids step by step in a way they can easily understand and follow to create their own art masterpieces each class! She is very thoughtful to incorporate relevant themes into the weekly lessons (e.g. Olympics, Mothers or Fathers Day) which make the art extra meaningful to the kids and families.
Children’s individual choices are encouraged to foster independence and autonomy in their art. Parents receive detailed photos and summaries of the classes and art concepts taught, including linking to children’s developmental skills. Love the creative art they bring home – includes experiences with a wide variety of mixed media and 3D craft creations, not just paintings! Super highly recommend these kids art classes!” — Simmy, mum of Ashton & Jasper
“Les Petitis Painter is fantastic! My two daughters, Kate and Jade, absolutely loved their art classes with Teresa. She is an amazing teacher who truly knows how to engage and inspire young artists. Teresa’s patience, creativity, and ability to teach art skills in a fun and accessible way made all the difference. Both of my daughters have grown so much in their artistic abilities and confidence thanks to Teresa’s guidance. Highly recommend Les Petitis Painter for anyone looking for an excellent art class experience for their children!” — Angel, mum of Kate & Jade
“Teresa offers the most amazing classes. Everyone I have shown the artworks to have been shocked that 5 & 7 year olds could create such incredible work, and I know the kids absolutely love your classes. They have grown in confidence and we really look forward to joining you again for the next term x” — Kathleen, mum of Leo & Emilia
“My little girl loves this class. The teachers are caring and supportive and the work they encourage the kids to create is amazing! Since she started, my daughter now also enjoys painting more at home and preschool, using her new found skills and love of art.” — Cathy, mum of 4 yr. old Anna
“It was fantastic. Hannah said it looked hard but it was easy as you were explaining it. She also enjoyed painting a unicorn as she had never painted a unicorn before. Annabelle said that she really enjoyed doing the sky (blending colours). All the kids had a great time! They were engaged the whole time. Great experience and very worthwhile!” — Debbie, mum of Hannah, 5 yrs and Annabelle, 7 yrs at their joint art birthday party.
“My son put the picture (painting) he did in dad’s restaurant 😉 He did very good and so happy with you. Thank you.” — Vivian, mum of 4.5 yr old Joseph
“Les Petits is a nice place to do art for children of any age. Teachers are so kind and helpful. There are so many available varieties of materials to use. Kids are enjoying so much.” — Joan
“The staff are friendly and helpful. My daughter’s face lit up when she was asked if she wanted to paint. Normally, when asked if she wants to go to the playground, it’s always yes, so when she says no to the playground, I know I’m on a winner.” — Robert
“My 2 boys, aged 6 + 2, had a great time + the staff were very friendly and was well organised! Thank you! — Jo
“Both my children, 3, 6 years, had a great time being creative & learning. Thank you! Also, the teachers were very supportive & encouraging.” — Tamara
“A well-organised – excellent event. My two granddaughters loved the whole session. Many, many thanks to the capable and caring staff. “– Michael R.
“Our granddaughters thoroughly enjoyed + got much out of the afternoon. At first both were a little apprehensive but staff really professional at encouraging girls to experiment with different media. Plenty of variety available and a wide choice. Thank you.” — Sue R.
“My kids (age 9 and 3) had absolutely gala time at your studio. Thank you very much for putting up with their messiness. Thanks for encouraging them to be bold and creative.” — Parul G.
