Introducing Our Building Block Workshop
A Unique Hands-On Learning Experience at Grandview House Marina
At Grandview House Marina, we are always looking for meaningful ways to enhance our children’s learning experiences and create opportunities for them to explore, create, and discover.
That’s why we introduced our Building Block Workshop — a dedicated part of our curriculum designed specifically for children aged 3–5 years old.
Each morning, children take part in a focused one-hour building session where they explore different construction materials, experiment with ideas, and work together to create their own designs.
Unlike simply providing building materials as part of free play, our Building Block Workshop is a structured learning experience where children are guided and supported by their teachers throughout the process.
Where Creativity, Exploration & Learning
Come Together
During each session, teachers carefully prepare different building materials and activities based on the current classroom themes.
Children may explore:
Building and construction materials
Hands-on design challenges
Creative building projects
Different ways to connect, balance, and create structures
Opportunities to share ideas and collaborate with others
Every session gives children the chance to build, explore, and develop their confidence as they bring their ideas to life.
Learning Through Building Together
A key part of the Building Block Workshop is the close interaction between teachers and children.
Thanks to Grandview House Marina’s strong staff-to-child ratio, teachers are able to sit alongside children at the tables, provide
individual support, and guide them through the building process.
Teachers help children understand how to approach building activities while encouraging them to communicate their ideas, explain their thinking, and work through challenges together.
It is this personal attention that allows each child to be supported in a way that matches their own interests and abilities.
More Than Just Play — A Dedicated Part of Our Curriculum
At Grandview House Marina, we believe children learn best when they are actively engaged in meaningful experiences.
Our Building Block Workshop was created after researching and visiting other early childhood settings to understand the opportunities available for children in different programs
While many play-based environments provide children with materials to explore, we wanted to introduce something more focused — a dedicated building programs where children have time, guidance, and teacher support to truly explore construction and creativity.
This commitment to creating unique learning opportunities is part of what makes Grandview House Marina different.
Why Families Love Our Building
Block Workshop
Children absolutely love taking part in Building Block Workshop because they are given the freedom to create, experiment, and see their ideas become real.
Through these sessions, children have opportunities to:
Explore different materials
Build and create using their imagination
Develop communication through sharing ideas
Work closely with teachers and classmates
Experience hands-on learning in a supportive environment
At Grandview House Marina, we don’t just provide activities
— we create experiences where children feel encouraged,
supported, and excited to learn.
Schedule a Tour at Grandview House Marina
The best way to discover what makes Grandview House Marina special is to see it firsthand. We provide engaging and interactive tours at our Marina Del Rey location daily. We look forward to meeting you soon and getting to know you and your child more!
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2929 Washington Blvd, Marina Del Rey CA 90292
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