Manteca has a deep bench of classes for kids under 6, many of them through City of Manteca Recreation at resident prices. These are activity classes; for full-day care, see the Manteca daycare directory.
With a grown-up (babies and toddlers)
- Zumbini: music and movement up to age 5 with a grown-up, Wednesdays 5:30 to 6:15 pm at the Manteca Senior Center, $80 per four-week session for residents.
- Tutu School Baby Ballet and Tutu Toddlers: caregiver-and-child ballet, $115 per month.
- Topaz Tots at Funtastic Gymnastics: parent-and-toddler gymnastics for ages 1 to 2, $85 per month.
- British Swim School baby and toddler lessons: a parent in the water with each child, from 3 to 36 months, $178 per month for one lesson a week.
Ages 3 to 5
- Little People's Creative Play: city creative play mornings, 9:30 to 11:30 am, one weekday a month, $45 to $60 per month for residents.
- Turquoise 3's ($85 per month) and Preschool Pearls for ages 4 and 5 ($105 per month) at Funtastic Gymnastics.
- Tutu School Ballet: Exploring Ballet for ages 3 to 5, $115 per month.
- Zumba Kids Jr. for ages 4 to 6, Wednesdays 5:15 pm, $32 per month for residents.
- Tennis Tiny Tots for ages 4 to 6, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 pm, March through May, $55 per month for residents.
- Little Grinders Basketball Clinic for ages 3 to 6 and Parent and Me Cooking for ages 4 to 7, one Saturday a month, $50 per class for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest class for a preschooler in Manteca?
Among listings with prices, Zumba Kids Jr. at $32 per month and Little People's Creative Play from $45 per month are the lowest, both at Manteca resident rates.
Are there classes where a parent joins in?
Yes: Zumbini, Tutu School Baby Ballet, Topaz Tots gymnastics, British Swim School baby lessons and Parent and Me Cooking all include a grown-up.
Where is the Manteca Senior Center?
Many city classes meet at the Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Ln.