Welcome to Bese Saka Academy
A Holistic Microschool for Ages 3–7
Now Enrolling: Pre-K, Kindergarten & 1st Grade
"Nurturing Whole Children into Bright, Bold Leaders"
📍 1048 South 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (West Philadelphia)
🌟 Hours Open: 6:30 am - 6:30pm (Before, Regular, & After Care Available!)
Bese Saka (BEH-SAY SAH-KAH) is a holistic microschool serving preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary children ages 3–7.
We teach STRONG core subjects — math, reading, science, and social-emotional learning — through our Whole-Child BESE™ Framework.
Why Parents Choose Us:
✅ Emotional & Cultural Connection - Regulates Youth's Energy & Confidence
✅ Movement & Play Curriculum - Keeps Children Happy & Engaged
✅ Small & Engaged Class Sizes - Maintains Focus & Attention
At Bese Saka, we believe "Leadership begins in Early Education". Inspired by the kola nut — a historic symbol of value, connection, and prosperity across Africa — we nurture the knowledge, confidence, and identity children need to grow into future thinkers, leaders, and changemakers.
🌟 Visit the Homeschool tab to explore our homeschool program for ages 6–7.
Interested in Enrolling Your Child? Fill in Your Details Below to get an Application. Check Your Emails!
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THINGS WE DO IN A PRESCHOOL DAY!
What Subjects Do We Teach? ✏️➕➖📚🔬✏️
Great Question! During the day, your little one is experiencing so much!:
🔢 Math: Shapes, Numbers, Measuring, Add/Sub, Multiplication, Division, Money
📖 Reading & Writing: Handwriting, Reading, Spelling
🔬 Science & 🌍 Social Studies: Geography, Nature, Health, History, Culture
🖱️ Technology: Typing, Coding
🖌️ Art & 🎶 Music: Painting, Drawing, Crafts, Clay Molding, Piano basics, Drums, Shekere
🌍 Languages: Swahili & Spanish
👕👚 Life Skills: Folding, Tying Knots, Cleaning
🧠 Fine Motor Development: Pour, Scoop, Button/Zip, Twist
😀 Emotional Regulation: Wind-down, Meditation, Affirmations
💢 Physical Activity: Boxing basics, Gymnastics basics
Are Meals Included? 🍎 🥗
✅ Yes, Healthy Meals!
- 1 Vegan Meal provided (Lunch)
- 2 Protein-dense snacks
Menu full of Tasty Fruits and Veggies!
PRICING
Bese Saka Academy is state-licensed & approves these forms of payment:
📚 Child Care Works Subsidy | 📚 Private Pay Rate: $180 weekly (5-8 hours/day)
Before Care Available: Starts 6:30am
After care available until 6:30pm.
Interested in Enrolling Your Child? Fill in Your Details Below to get an Application. Check Your Emails!