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We teach chess
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Seamlessly integrated into your school’s enrichment offerings, during the school day or after school, our chess program supports academic growth, social-emotional learning, and high student engagement.

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Not your average chess program

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Rules Become Adventures  ↓

Story-based lessons that turn abstract rules into memorable adventures.

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Role-Play Builds Connection  ↓

Builds communication skills through storytelling and role-playing.

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Built for Busy Bodies  ↓

High attention retention...even for kids who struggle to sit still!

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Life Skills in Disguise  ↓

Teaches patience, resilience, and emotional regulation through play.

How We Support Your School

Increased Enrollment and Retention
Fun for kids, powerful for Parents
Competitive Advantage
Seamless Integration
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Social-Emotional Skill Building
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Read What School Owners Have to Say

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1,000+ Reviews
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“With the Story Time Chess Curriculum, students gravitate toward chess as a fun, wonderful activity that they want to do. Without realizing it, they are strengthening their mental capacity and problem-solving skills, which will help them in other subjects too.”

Bill Swan
Principal and Owner; Goddard School of Manhattan
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“Our overall school retention and occupancy efforts are enhanced by Story Time Chess’s highly engaging and fun program.  It supports key learning objectives of our education program and helps strengthen our home-to-school connection.“

Craig Bach
Educator & Researcher in Early Learning

After-school pickup made easy.

We offer after-school pickup from the following schools—making the transition from classroom to chessboard simple.
PS 282
PS 133
PS 321
Berkeley Carroll
Safe & Reliable

Our team ensures safe, on-time transportation from school to club, giving you peace of mind every step of the way.

Safety Comes First

Schools and families can feel confident knowing each class is led by a trusted, qualified instructor who prioritizes safety, kindness, and an exceptional learning experience.

Trusted Tutors,
Safe Environment

All Story Time Chess tutors meet the highest standards for safety, professionalism, and child-focused teaching.
Background checked before teaching
Fully certified in the Story Time Chess curriculum
Experienced working with young learners
Focused on creating a safe, supportive environment

Curriculum Overview

We tailor children's experience based on their ages and experience levels, but our curriculum covers the following concepts:

Piece Mechanics

Children learn how each chess piece moves, one story at a time.

Opening Strategy

Children learn to use “Secret Missions” in the opening phase of a game.

Piece Valuation

We introduce piece point values to help children make in-game decisions.

Mid-Game Tactics

Children learn attacking and defending tactics to use in the middle phase of a game.

Algebraic Notation

Children learn official chess notation and how to write down their games.

End-Game Techniques

Children learn to deliver checkmate and win the game!

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