Pink Penguin Playgroups
Pink Penguin Playgroups offer welcoming, play-based experiences where toddlers and their caregivers grow, connect, and feel a sense of belonging—together.
Pink Penguins is the playgroup program of the Newtowne School cooperative. Each week, toddlers and their caregivers explore joyful, culturally-responsive activities inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. Through hands-on play, children build early social, emotional, and cognitive skills while following their curiosity and interests.
Caregivers stay and play alongside their children, strengthening relationships and sharing everyday moments of learning and laughter. Playgroups meet in different spaces around Newtowne School—and sometimes outdoors—creating rich, engaging environments. Just as importantly, Pink Penguins offers caregivers a chance to connect with one another, build confidence, share resources, and feel part of a supportive cooperative community.
Who are the Pink Penguins?
Pink Penguins are toddlers in the greater Cambridge area who gather with their caregiver(s) once or twice per week at Newtowne School.
Who are the caregivers?
Pink Penguin caregivers are parents, grandparents, nannies, favorite neighbors, and more! We welcome any grownups who are special in a child’s life.
Term 2 Playgroup Options
We offer classes that meet once per week or twice per week, with an early and a late morning schedule option.
Early class: 9:00-10:15
Late class: 10:45-12:00
Families are encouraged to choose the time that best matches their child’s energy and their family’s rhythm. Children of all ages are welcome in any group.
| 2025-26 Class Options | Term Two Dates |
|---|---|
| Mondays & Thursdays | February 23rd - June 8th (28 sessions) |
| Tuesdays & Fridays | February 24th - June 5th (28 sessions) |
| Wednesdays | February 25th - June 3rd (14 sessions) |
Families who want to participate twice per week must choose the Monday/Thursday or the Tuesday/Friday option.
Families who want to participate once per week can choose Wednesdays OR one regular day of a two-day class.
Cost & Financial Support
| Class Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 1 day/week classes | $550/term |
| 2 day/week classes | $1100/term |
We want Pink Penguins to be accessible for everyone! If cost is a barrier to your family's participation, please email Director Caitlin Malloy director@newtowneschool.org for financial aid options. Partially and fully subsidized spots are available.
Contact information:
For questions about programming
Pink Penguin Teaching Team
pinkpenguins@newtowneschool.org
For questions about registration
Pink Penguin Administrator
awara.adeagbo@newtowneschool.org
For questions about financial aid
Newtowne’s Executive Director
director@newtowneschool.org
