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What Parents Are Saying
"Recess has helped me connect with Nate in so many more ways and I am very thankful for all the hard work you guys do for my kids 💕.
Melody P.
Mom, Canada
"Today is my daughter Elara's 1 year anniversary of joining Recess. I can't help but feel full of gratitude for everyone that has contributed to all the growth she has experienced over the past year. I...
Emily K.
Mom of Elara, U.S.
"It's really important for Ben to have mentors like you and an environment like Recess. We really appreciate everything you're doing.
Nicole M.
Mom, U.S.
"My son loves Recess and looks forward to it daily. Every week the creator (Ben) makes up games/challenges for the kids to participate in together. Every session has a facilitator on the platform to he...
Yana T.
Mom of Viktor
"My son looks forward to Recess every day. He's made some of his best friends at Recess and it fills an important gap for our family. Not to mention he's traded some of his phone time for Chess and bui...
Annie A.
Mom of Jack
"My son has really benefited from Recess. Engaging with fellow gamers who share his passion for his favorite video game, Minecraft, has not only brought him joy but also nurtured his social interaction...
Laura K.
Mom of Charlie
"I love that this platform gives my kids the opportunity to meet up with friends throughout the week, engage in games, and spend quality time together. What's even more exciting is that they are now ta...
Colin
Dad of Danica & Alex
"Recess has been great for our daughter! She has been able to meet new people to explore and play with she otherwise wouldn't have. It's been a blessing to know she is able to have fun and meet new kid...
Steve B.
Dad of Sloane
"Celebrating 1 year at Recess with SeaFall!!! Thank you to all Recess guides and kids and parents for always making it a special place for all of us to enjoy and expand!
Katya N.
Mom
"Theo is seriously 'addicted' :-) to Recess so in case of summer break there would be trouble. I am happy you operate through the summer. Thank you.
Mirka M.
Mom, Czech Republic
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Real Learning Outcomes
"My son has really benefited from Recess. Engaging with fellow gamers who share his passion for his favorite video game, Minecraft, has not only brought him joy but also nurtured his social interaction...
Laura K.
Mom of Charlie
"My son made his first scratch game during Recess. Then, one of the guides helped him embed game inside Recess so other kids could play it. He lit up from seeing his friends play his game and it inspir...
Mike M.
Dad of Daniel
"Alex has evolved into such a leader. He is training deep technical skills, learning to communicate, and having a lot of fun. I like to hear him laughing. I'm beyond amazed.
Colin F.
Dad, Toronto
"I love that this platform gives my kids the opportunity to meet up with friends throughout the week, engage in games, and spend quality time together. What's even more exciting is that they are now ta...
Colin
Dad of Danica & Alex
"Today is my daughter Elara's 1 year anniversary of joining Recess. I can't help but feel full of gratitude for everyone that has contributed to all the growth she has experienced over the past year. I...
Emily K.
Mom of Elara, U.S.
"Jack brings a computer on every vacation, he "can't" miss Recess. This has been life changing. I really think his communication has improved and I hear him laughing often.
January H.
Mom, Montana
"When I'm home to see her come out of her room after recess - she's got pep and becomes more talkative. Last week, she let slip the words "I like building things." (!!!!!!!!)
Melanie
Mom, Canada
"Building confidence in himself and in areas he is passionate about is one of the key things we hoped he would get out of Recess. Jay and I are so impressed with all you guys do for these kids!
Paige S.
Mom, U.S.
"I just left the Recess link for someone in another group, and I got goosebumps from the tagline, I hadn't seen it before. Because I think kids do design their own education, they choose what to rememb...
Heather H.
Mom
"My son has really benefited from Recess. Engaging with fellow gamers who share his passion has not only brought him joy but also nurtured his social interactions and problem-solving abilities. I parti...
Laura K.
Mom of Charlie
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Building Lasting Friendships
"My son loves Recess and looks forward to it daily. Every week the creator (Ben) makes up games/challenges for the kids to participate in together. Every session has a facilitator on the platform to he...
Yana T.
Mom of Viktor
"My son looks forward to Recess every day. He's made some of his best friends at Recess and it fills an important gap for our family. Not to mention he's traded some of his phone time for Chess and bui...
Annie A.
Mom of Jack
"My daughter absolutely loves it! She came off the platform so very, very happy, having loved the platform and already 'made a friend'! She says she will give as much feedback as you want, she thinks i...
Anita
Mom of Crystelle
"He's happily in an orientation right now :) So happy we found this community!
Heather A.
Mom
"My boys have loved being involved in Recess and watching it grow! They have also made good friends and our families are now really close.
Juana M.
Mom of Augustine & Oliver
"Roxanne loves Recess! It's the hub of her social life online. Thanks again for offering such a great way for kids like her to meet new friends!
Karma
Mom, California
"During the first part of cohort I looked in on and she was actually smiling. When I asked later how it went she said she really liked it (high praise!).
Lisa S.
Mom, Europe
"I've been part of the Recess community for about a week, a week ago tomorrow. I thought I should say hi here in the parent community and introduce myself. I am Ivy's Mom (There are two Ivy's, I'm told...
Heather S.
Mom of Ivy
"Recess has been great for our daughter! She has been able to meet new people to explore and play with she otherwise wouldn't have. It's been a blessing to know she is able to have fun and meet new kid...
Steve B.
Dad of Sloane
"I ran the D&D idea by cole, thinking he wouldn't want to, but he surprised me by being wayyyyy more enthusiastic about trying it with a recess group. Thanks again, my kids are having a blast!
Carolyn
Mom, U.S.
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Each Recess family gets personalized attention. Your concierge is just a DM away.
I'm Nathalie, your assigned concierge.
About me: I'm a mom of 3 and a teacher. I'm here to help you with anything you need.
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Daily Community Events
[day-lee com-un-i-ty ee-vents] | noun
Daily meetups with all the kids on recess that are the social center of their day.
In our own custom virtual world - there's nothing like it anywhere else.
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The platform that turns play into learning
Trusted by 300+ Families
Parents at Tesla, Nvidia, Apple & more
In just one week, your kid will find their passions, make real friends, and you'll feel a renewed connection to your child.
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Thousands of families use their ESA or charter school funds to cover Recess. We're an approved vendor for most programs nationwide.
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Recess is an approved vendor for most ESA programs and charter schools nationwide
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Our team helps you navigate the approval and reimbursement process
How It Works
- 1 Check if your ESA or charter school covers online enrichment
- 2 Sign up for Recess with your regular payment method
- 3 Submit our invoices for reimbursement
- 4 Get approved and reimbursed
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Peace of Mind for Parents
"Celebrating 1 year at Recess with SeaFall!!! Thank you to all Recess guides and kids and parents for always making it a special place for all of us to enjoy and expand!
Katya N.
Mom
"Today is my daughter's 1 year anniversary of joining Recess. It has been life changing for her in more than one way. She is flourishing socially and has found a community where she fits in seamlessly.
Emily K.
Mom of Elara, U.S.
"Theo is seriously 'addicted' :-) to Recess so in case of summer break there would be trouble. I am happy you operate through the summer. Thank you.
Mirka M.
Mom, Czech Republic
"Toby feels like he is an important helper to the Recess guides. His friends wave to him as soon as he logs in.
Sadie R.
Mom, U.S.
"He was really excited and grateful for the class time. I'm glad that you'll be opening more. We'd love to grow with the course offerings.
Krystle
Mom, California
"I love when he sees the value in skills. These activities have helped tremendously in Math; he doesn't complain about it anymore.
Jennifer H.
Mom, U.S.
"He was so stoked on his cohort this week the energy was contagious. He was so empowered and proud of it!
Jodel
Mom, Hawaii
"I want to thank you all at Recess for being so welcoming and encouraging to Sarran. His confidence has really grown over the past few months.
Kizzy B.
Mom
"Recess has helped me connect with Nate in so many more ways and I am very thankful for all the hard work you guys do for my kids 💕.
Melody P.
Mom, Canada
"It's really important for Ben to have mentors like you and an environment like Recess. We really appreciate everything you're doing.
Nicole M.
Mom, U.S.
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