After School Programs, Kids' Classes in Columbia, PA

Q: How long do after-school programs last near me in Columbia, PA?

After-school programs near you in Columbia, PA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

Q: What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Columbia, PA?

After school programs near you in Columbia, PA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Q: What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Columbia, PA?

Depending on the program, activities in Columbia, PA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

Q: How can I find a good after school program near me in Columbia, PA?

To find a good after school program near you in Columbia, PA, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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Recent after school program reviews in Columbia, PA

Sunrise Kids Daycare Center, LLC

5.0

I absolutely love it ! My kids been going there for 4 years now. Great staff and center.

- Kristina S

Valley Center Preschool

5.0

The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while nourishing relationships with each...

- Sarah C

Englewood Childcare Center

5.0

This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place.

- Luz C.

SPROUTS SC

5.0

I have had my two sons there for the past three years and they love it here! The staff is super caring and engaging with the kids. They do lots of fun activities both indoor and outdoor. Outdoor activities such as dodgeball, banana tag, and relay races. Indoor activities such as arts and crafts,...

- CHRISTINA L.

Willow Bend Learning Center

5.0

Willow Bend Learning Center is great, clean and safe They greet you and your children with such warmth and a big smile. Ms. Annie is informative and makes sure you know what's going on in the classroom and with your child. Ms. Betty is amazing! it speaks volumes about who she is, when every child...

- Care member

After school programs in Columbia, PA

Sunrise Kids Daycare Center, LLC

410 Locust St., Columbia, PA

5.0

(1)

We offer child care from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday and serve kids from 6 weeks to 5 years, Before and After School Program and Summer Camp Program We provide nutritional breakfast, lunch and snacks, and also offer potty training. At Sunrise Kids Daycare Center you can find a child...

5.0

"I absolutely love it ! My kids been going there for 4 years now. Great staff and center."

Kristina S

Columbia Childcare & Learning

200 N 5th St, Columbia, PA

Columbia Childcare & Learning Center is a childcare and educational facility located at 200 N 5th Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The center caters to the growth and developmental needs of children from Mondays through Fridays, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It offers full-time childcare services, before and...

Dayspring Christian Academy

120 College Avenue, Mountville, PA

Private Christian school in Lancaster County, PA providing a Classical Christian education for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. Focusing on character and biblical worldview development, the Bible is applied to every subject. Students aren't just...

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Estelle-Lancaster)

808 Estelle Dr, LANCASTER, PA

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for infants through...

Envisions Enterprises

21 Valley Rd, Lancaster, PA

Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Envisions Enterprises offers a wide variety of services designed for kindergarten-age up to school-age children. It aims to provide a warm and nurturing environment that promotes child's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. The school...

Nanny's Playschool

1419 Lebanon Rd, Manheim, PA

I am a state certified group home childcare provider, I have been in business since 2003 and was a personal Nanny for the 10 years prior to that. I was also a weekend relief houseparent for Milton Hershey school with both middle school and high school homes. I currently provide after school and...

Stepping Stones Preschool

236 Manor Ave, Millersville, PA

Stepping Stones is a preschool/care center located on Manor Ave in Millersville. We have all certified teachers, 3 teachers with master's Degrees. We cater to all students and families with working parents. We offer classes in the morning and afternoon. Several of our children attend before or...

Bright Start Academy

2312 MARIETTA AVE, LANCASTER, PA

Bright Start Academy is dedicated to ensuring that a child’s first steps into the world of education is one that brings joy, laughter, curiosity, and a life long love of learning. We help create the building blocks that translate to a passion for learning and exploration.

The Jenkins School

3131 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA

The Jenkins School is a childcare and educational facility located at 3131 Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The school has a capacity of 28 children, and it operates from Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The school offers full-time childcare services, after-school care, summer camp,...

Bright Beginnings Home Childcare

103 Creekside Drive, Millersville, PA

Full time, part time, before and after school, special events, weekend care, date night, etc. I have 5 years experience in home daycare, Master's Degree in school counseling (with classes on child development and communication working with families), CPR/ First Aid certified. I have 3 children of my...

Bright Beginnings

8 Bunker Hill, Millersville, PA

Bright Beginnings is a small in-home childcare that provides high quality care for children 8 weeks up through school age (before and after school). I provide a structured environment that is developmentally appropriate for every age and one that is nurturing, caring, safe, happy and fun. I am...

Emily's Home Of Fun And Learning

315 Albright Avenue, Lancaster, PA

I hold a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and would like to provide childcare to a small group of children in my home. I have been the site director for a before and after school program for the last two years and have decided to come home to be with my son before he starts kindergarten...

College Hill Children's Center

417 W Frederick St, Lancaster, PA

College Hill Children's Center has been serving the community of Lancaster, Pennsylvania since 2008. It offers a warm and nurturing atmosphere that caters to the growth and developmental needs of children. The center provides age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate curiosity and the...

Valley Center Preschool

5119 N Valley Center Ave, Covina, CA

5.0

(1)

We are a quality preschool for children ages 2 (diapers OK!) through 5 years old. We are are Christ-centered, developmentally minded with age-appropriate academics. We are open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Preschool class times are 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with extended daycare before and after...

5.0

"The whole family loves this preschool! We love that our little one was embraced with loving arms from the first day at Valley Center. Starting school was such a smooth transition because of the great teachers. All of the teachers have a great curricumlum while...

Sarah C

Englewood Childcare Center

10 Grand Avenue Lower Level, Englewood, NJ

5.0

(1)

New Preschool for children ages 2.5-6 school-age program pen M-F from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Extended hours available. After school program for children ages up to 13yo. License Daycare; certified teachers. CPR and First aid certified. Safe and clean environment. Daily educational activities. Free...

5.0

"This place is great . The staff is very friendly and the daycare is very clean everything is new and well care. The right place for me to leave my child , I feel very calm knowing my child is in a safe place."

Luz C.

Excellent Bilingual Kids Daycare

101 Ashbrook Drive, Cranston, RI

5.0

(1)

HOURS Monday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Tuesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Wednesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Thursday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Friday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:4 Program Capacity: 8 COST & AVAILABILITY Classroom Type Rate Rate Type Availability * All Ages $190 per week...

SPROUTS SC

250 CALIFORNIA ST, SANTA CRUZ, CA

Starting at $600/mo

5.0

(3)

Sprouts Aftercare is a Licensed after school program located in Santa Cruz, California. Sprouts works with the community and families to provide a fun, safe and creative space for students to enjoy during their time away from school. We believe that exposing children to new experiences and...

5.0

"I have had my two sons there for the past three years and they love it here! The staff is super caring and engaging with the kids. They do lots of fun activities both indoor and outdoor. Outdoor activities such as dodgeball, banana tag, and relay races. Indoor...

CHRISTINA L.

Willow Bend Learning Center

3900 W Park Blvd, Plano, TX

5.0

(4)

Infants, Toddler, Preschool, After-School, Summer Camp. Blended Curriculum includes Montessori & Whole Language Methods. Impeccable Record with Childcare licensing!

5.0

"If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! My son started at this school when he was 8 weeks old, back in January of 2013. He went through every classroom at the school and graduated from Pre-K in the summer of 2018. Due to the high level of education taught at...

Tia C

SPRINGS OF LIFE - ACADEMY

2385 ACADEMY PL, COLORADO SPGS, CO

5.0

(1)

We provide a family-like atmosphere for students and parents, that nurtures long-lasting cherished relationships. We have two convenient locations in Colorado Springs, East Uintah and Academy/Maizeland. Both locations offer infant daycare, toddler daycare, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and...

5.0

"My children have been in Springs of Life since 2022. They all love their teachers and I love how communicable the staff are. They always fill me in on anything that took place during the day and have fun arts and crafts for my children to take home. My youngest has...

Care member

Izzabug's Home Daycare

335 S Manley Rd, Ripon, CA

5.0

(2)

Hi!! My name is Laura Soltero. I am the owner/operator of a licensed, small family preschool/daycare program. My program serves children ranging in age from infants to school age. The program is play based with an emphasis on social emotional development and the planning and implementation of...

5.0

"When returning to work after having my daughter I was looking for a daycare option in the community that would be a good fit. I was a first time mom and was very cautious in where I was going to send my baby girl. When I met Laura, my fears were placed at ease. She...

Angela M.