MiniChess Clubs

• Parents register their child/children for weekly MiniChess group-coaching classes, with live face-to-face tutoring of ±45 minutes/class/week.
• Students receive Workbooks and accreditation-Certificates after completion of each Level
• The Club provides the training venue, all prescribed teaching equipment and materials as well trained facilitators (MiniChess-teachers)
• The weekly MiniChess-classes are presented over 5 Levels –
  • The StartSmart level (for 4-5 year-olds),
  • The Level R (School-readiness for 6-7 year-olds)
  • MiniChess Levels 1, 2 & 3 (7-10/11 year-olds)
• PROCESS FORWARD: After we receive the Parent’s enquiry (link below), the necessary Information and Registration Form will be emailed to the Parent  – according the area/location, language-preference and MiniChess-Level of the student. After receiving back the completed Registration form, the dedicated MiniChess Teacher will contact the Parent to finalise all practical arrangements for the student’s classes to start.
• MiniChess-students become members of the StartSmart Entrepreneurs Club

In-School MiniChess Classes

• MiniChess-classes are included inside the school’s curriculum and time-table (Face-to-face tutoring) – usually as part of the Math- and/or Entrepreneurship curriculum-cycle.
• Classes are presented weekly by an outside specialist MiniChess-teacher OR accredited in-school teacher (as per School-agreement), including all prescribed MiniChess teaching materials & equipment and workbooks.
• The weekly MiniChess-classes are presented over 5 Levels, according to the School-agreement
  • The StartSmart level (for 4-5 year-olds),
  • The Level R (School-readiness for 6-7 year-olds)
  • MiniChess Levels 1, 2 & 3 (7-10/11 year-olds)
• PROCESS FORWARD: MiniChess-agreements with schools are finalised through consultation, towards implementing the most-suitable model for that specific institution. Interested parties, schools, school governing bodies or alternative schooling organisations can press the link below to initiate a discussions forward.
• In-school STEM development programs offer a multitude of benefits to students. Firstly, these programs foster early exposure to STEM disciplines, allowing students to explore and develop an interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics from a young age. By engaging in hands-on activities, experiments, and projects, students gain practical experience and a deeper understanding of STEM concepts. Moreover, these programs promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, which are essential in various academic and professional pursuits. In-school STEM development programs also encourage collaboration, communication, and teamwork, as students often work together on projects, fostering important social and interpersonal skills. Lastly, these programs help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications, enabling students to see the practical relevance and impact of STEM fields in their lives. Overall, in-school STEM development programs provide valuable opportunities for students to explore, excel, and prepare for future careers in STEM.
• MiniChess-students become members of the StartSmart Entrepreneurs Club

Online MiniChess Classes (Live)

• Parents register their child/children for weekly Online MiniChess classes of ±30 minutes/class/week on our dedicated MC-Platform. Parents and students will be pre-introduced onto the MC-Platform
• Children are trained in the MiniChess-program from 4 years up to 10/11 years of age

*Note: For the younger age-groups, it is advisable that a parent accompany their child for the weekly Online MiniChess-class and support homework-projects.

• Students receive Learner Kit, Workbooks and accreditation-Certificates after completion of each Level
• The weekly MiniChess-classes are presented over 5 Levels –
  • The StartSmart level (for 4-5 year-olds),
  • The Level R (School-readiness for 6-7 year-olds)
  • MiniChess Levels 1, 2 & 3 (7-10/11 year-olds)
• PROCESS FORWARD: After we receive the Parent’s enquiry (link below), the necessary Information and Registration Form will be emailed to the Parent  – according the area/location/time-zone, language-preference and MiniChess-Level of the student. After receiving back the completed Registration form, the dedicated MiniChess Teacher will contact the Parent to finalise all practical arrangements for the student’s classes to start.
• MiniChess-students become members of the StartSmart Entrepreneurs Club

Blended-MiniChess Options

• Schools and Institutions can register for a variety of Blended MiniChess-programs, to be finalised through consultation, towards implementing the most-suitable model for that specific institution.
• Concrete (3D) MiniChess teaching tools and workbooks are combined with tablets, laptops and/or computers, the MiniChess-by-Kasparov Mobile Game and/or Online tutoring plus In-class support training PLUS live MiniChess events/play-sessions/tournaments/festivals.
• Children are trained in the MiniChess-program from 4 years up to 10/11 years of age – according to Project requirements
• Students will receive Workbooks and accreditation-Certificates after completion of each Level
• The weekly MiniChess-classes are presented over many Levels, according to project-requirements.
  • The StartSmart level (for 4-5 year-olds),
  • The Level R (School-readiness for 6-7 year-olds)
  • MiniChess Levels 1, 2 & 3 (7-10/11 year-olds)
  • MiniChess-by-Kasparov mobile-game hosts 81 Mini-games and can be introduced over various age-categories
• PROCESS FORWARD: Project-agreements with schools & institutions are finalised through direct consultation. Interested parties can press the link below to initiate a discussions forward.

MiniChess-students become members of the StartSmart Entrepreneurs Club

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