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Q: How long do after-school programs last near me in Santa Cruz, CA?

After-school programs near you in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz, CA?

After school programs near you in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz, CA?

Depending on the program, activities in Santa Cruz, CA 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 Santa Cruz, CA?

To find a good after school program near you in Santa Cruz, CA, 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 Santa Cruz, CA

Diane's Day Care

5.0

They are a really great day care. They are really great with the kids. They are very convenient. They are overall all a really great day care.

- Michelle G.

Caterpillar Clubhouse

5.0

This is my child's 2nd month at Caterpillar Clubhouse and my wife and I are EXTACTIC over the development and socialization that we have seen with our 1 year old in such a short amount of time. Coming from a full time nanny to a daycare was a huge change for the entire family, but the staff really...

- Philip G.

Lil Sprouts Child Care Services

5.0

My three year old loved it there. Every time we pulled up to her home, my child couldn't wait to get out of the car and run to her. I really liked the educational toys and activities that kept my child engaged.

- Nadia B

Kelly's After-school Kids

5.0

Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there. Another thing we really like is all...

- Chris S

Gutierrez Begazo Family Child Care

5.0

Erika’s daycare center is wonderful! My daughter was enrolled for the first two years of her life. She was genuinely cared for by Erika and her staff. I always knew my daughter was safe and loved while at this daycare.

- Care member

After school programs in Santa Cruz, CA

Diane's Day Care

4305 West 120th St. Unit A, HAWTHORNE, CA

Starting at $275/mo

5.0

(1)

With over 30 years of combined teaching experience, we specialize in preparing children to enter school with all the tools they need to succeed. We are an in-home daycare / preschool and can provide close to a one-on-one environment for your child to prepare them for their next steps. The curriculum...

5.0

"They are a really great day care. They are really great with the kids. They are very convenient. They are overall all a really great day care. "

Michelle G.

Caterpillar Clubhouse

14201 Old Stage Road, Bowie, MD

3.8

(16)

The CATERPILLAR CLUBHOUSE provides quality childcare for children of working parents in a safe, supportive, family environment. The center provides enrichment experience for children from 6 weeks to 5yrs of age and also serves as a Before and After school Program and Summer Camp. The CATERPILLAR...

5.0

"This is my child's 2nd month at Caterpillar Clubhouse and my wife and I are EXTACTIC over the development and socialization that we have seen with our 1 year old in such a short amount of time. Coming from a full time nanny to a daycare was a huge change for the...

Philip G.

Lil Sprouts Child Care Services

7892 Seafarer Way, Lorton, VA

5.0

(3)

My Family Child Care center is a year-round home-based daycare in Lorton, VA that specializes in child development and education. Our family child care program is run by a provider who has over 10 years of child care experience. We are open from 7:00am until 6:00pm and care for children as young as...

5.0

"My three year old loved it there. Every time we pulled up to her home, my child couldn't wait to get out of the car and run to her. I really liked the educational toys and activities that kept my child engaged."

Nadia B

Kelly's After-school Kids

34 Pershing Avenue, Ossining, NY

5.0

(1)

The care and attention that adults give to our children is essential in making them happy. In my home, I take pride in caring for every child each day by providing the proper attention, food and space they need for healthy development. We are a family daycare, and although most of our kids are after...

5.0

"Kelly and her staff does a great job providing a safe, reliable and enriching environment for our two kids before and after school. They are very caring and nurturing. We appreciate the intimate home environment and are happy our children learn Spanish there....

Chris S

Gutierrez Begazo Family Child Care

4618 W 170th St, Lawndale, CA

5.0

(3)

I am located in Lawndale, Ca. I am a kindergarten teacher who puts my own businesses since 2006. My three assistants and me have a certification of CPR. I provide childcare in my home between the hours of 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. We offer after school care with transportation include from the school to...

5.0

"Erika’s daycare center is wonderful! My daughter was enrolled for the first two years of her life. She was genuinely cared for by Erika and her staff. I always knew my daughter was safe and loved while at this daycare. "

Care member

Excellence Day Care

101 Ashbrook Drive, Cranston, RI

5.0

(2)

ABOUT THE BUSINESS We believe children are gifted at learning languages. Our goal is to build up two languages for the kids through various daily activities such as music and dance, circle time, art and craft, free play, snack and meal time. All food provided is organic. There are two small...

5.0

"My son was in this daycare for almost a year. He started when he was almost three. I think this is the best daycare for our needs as we speak our home language to him at home which is very different from the official language Mandarin. He picked up the language in...

Hongqiu Z.

Hudson Country Montessori School

44A Shelter Rock Road, Danbury, CT

5.0

(4)

Hudson Country Montessori School cares for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers in an educational setting using the Montessori Method. We are fully accredited and have Full and Part-time Options available. HCMS is open from 7am until 6pm for Before and After-School Care. Our strong school community...

5.0

"My two children have been enrolled in Hudson Country Montessori School since they were toddlers. The care and education they receive is unrivaled. My children are passionate learners and compassionate individuals in large part because of the educational and...

Kathy

Bizy Bee Play N Learn Academy

1719 Petit Peak Court, Antioch, CA

5.0

(11)

****** CURRENTLY HAVE OPENINGS ******** VIRTUAL DAYCARE TOUR WELCOMED I offer Bilingual teaching (English and Spanish) I have preschool openings. (Ages 2 - 5) infant openings School-Age openings Welcome to Bizy Bee Play N Learn Academy; we are a large family daycare that offer a warm,...

5.0

"We absolutely love Ms. Risa! Within 2 weeks of my son attending Bizy Bee Play N Learn Academy, he was writing his first name and spelling his last. My niece now attends as well and both of their social, as well as academic skills have drastically improved. There is...

Autumn M.

K.I.D.S. Academy Kids Introduced to Developmental Skills

300 E Horizon Dr, Henderson, NV

5.0

(6)

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...

5.0

"My daughter absolutely loves this school. She has a structured day that includes outside play time with teachers that love her. She also learns so much from this school and always has a new fact for us when she gets home!"

Rachel K.

Aim High Early Learning Center

3355 South County Trail, East Greenwich, RI

5.0

(1)

The Aim High Early Learning Center is a preschool for children between the ages of 3-5 years. We follow an academic school year that starts the Tuesday after Labor Day and run until the first Friday in June. At the Aim High Early Learning Center, children are allowed and expected to be just who...

5.0

"My son has attended Pre-school and Pre-K at Aim High and it was the best decision for him. The teachers are all wonderful. He comes home everyday happy and excited to talk about what he learned and did that day. I love the incorporation of gymnastics and activity...

Katherine S.

Honey Elite Day Care

934 Elden Street, Herndon, VA

5.0

(2)

Honey Elite Home Daycare in Herndon, Va 20170. New and Large House! Qualified provider. Large Rooms, with lots of light, safe and healthy snacks served, available for after-hours, Clean, Safe and Fun, We specialize in child development. Mahboobeh is the primary provider, she has raised 6...

5.0

"I can't say enough great things about this day care! They are so sweet and caring.. My child loves her babysitter and I definitely recommend them."

Sarah T

Kid City USA Ocala 35th

180 SE 35th St., OCALA, FL

4.6

(11)

Kid City USA preschool is a childcare and early education center that provides a safe and nurturing environment for young children to learn and grow. Our programs are designed to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through age-appropriate activities and curriculum. We...

5.0

"We absolutely love this center! We started our child here in December and she love it! The staff is great!"

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Creative Kids Preschool 3

808 S Mccrary St, Woodbury, TN

3.7

(3)

Creative Kids Preschool 3 is a Home away from Home , State Licensed Preschool that offers a curriculum to prepare your child for kindergarten. We offer before and after school care as well as full-time and part-time spots.

5.0

"My daughter goes here and I can not tell you how amazing Mrs. Nanny is. She is truly a blessings. It is a miracle that we found somewhere for her to go when we are at work and not have to worry a bit. I love Mrs. Nanny and so very thankful for her!"

Lauren O

Sandy's Child Care

5049 Leigh Avenue, San Jose, CA

5.0

(3)

I'm a mother of three girls, 22, 25, and 29. My husband and I have been married 31 years this October. While our girls were growing up, I took of care of children, one or two at a time, sometimes 3 or 4 as our girls got older. I've cared for infants, toddlers and while our girls were in elementary...

5.0

"We are so thankful to have met Sandy! Her family has become a part of our family after having our son in her care for so long. Sandy watched our son from 4.5 mos to almost 2 years and we would have stayed with her for much longer had we not moved out of the area....

Rachelle

ALL ABOUT KIDS CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER

5250 COURSEVIEW, MASON, OH

Starting at $1160/mo

5.0

(1)

All About Kids Childcare and Learning Center, Kings Mills/Mason offers Creative Curriculum, cameras to watch your child in the classroom and on the playground, before and after school care with transportation, Summer Camp, special events for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Trunk or Treat and...

5.0

"We started at AAK kings mills in February of 2022. What initially drew us to there was the location. It is very close to our house and it is very close to the highway that both my husband and I have to get onto for work. I also like that they boosted a "green"...

Kelsey S.

Kathy's Playcare Daycare

3817 Donnington Dr., Virginia Beach, VA

5.0

(2)

I have been caring for children for more than 26 years as a teacher in a childcare center, a teaching assistant in a christian preschool and as owner of a state licensed home daycare. I currently have one opening in my Virginia Beach home daycare for infants, toddlers up to age 3, and school age...

5.0

"I cannot say enough great things about Mrs. Kathy! We brought our daughter to her at 12 weeks for me to go back to work, and it was the most positive, loving experience. I was so nervous as a 1st time mom, and she made me feel so at ease with nap time, feeding...

Kelli

Barb's In-Home Child Care

4686 Brennen Woods Dr, High Ridge, MO

5.0

(4)

Loving and nurturing environment. Hands on approach when teaching infants and toddlers. Numerous references from parents and some of the children themselves, who have grown up over the years in my care. I work closely with parents to ensure that your goals and expectations are met, and the children...

5.0

"Barb was wonderful with my son. He really looked forward to going to her house, playing and also learning. She is very reliable and she worked with me with my schedule."

Mandy E.

Kidstown Learning Center, Inc.

6995 Charleston Shores Blvd, Lake Worth, FL

5.0

(2)

Kidstown Learning Center is an affordable daycare that provides early childhood education in a nurturing environment that acknowledges cultural diversity. We offer preschool programs from six-weeks old to 5 years old, free voluntary pre-K (VPK), before and after school care programs, winter, spring...

5.0

"This seems to be a really good school"

Lady M.

Treasured Blessings Family Child Care Llc.

5555 Cherrybrook Road, Randallstown, MD

5.0

(1)

Treasured Blessings Family Child Care LLC. is a affordable licensed NAFCC Accredited family home that cares for children 0-20. TBFCC is open 5 days a week. Hours of care are 8:30 am- 5:30pm additional hours may be discussed with the provider for additional cost. We also offer before care, after care...

5.0

"Tanisha S.- Ms. Paige is by far the best provider I ever came across. My children have gone to her since they were born. She is patient with both the children as well as their parents. I love that she is curriculum oriented. My children learn a lot attending her...

Care member

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...