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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Gorham, ME

We have 8 after school programs in Gorham, ME! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Childhood Adventures Childcare Services

381 Main St Gorham, ME

< 1 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Childhood Adventures Childcare Services located at 381 Main Street, Gorham, Maine, offers basic childcare and learning services. It also offers programs for infants, toddlers, preschooler and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school activities, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs Childcare and Preschool

190 NORTHEAST RD STANDISH, ME

5.0(1)

5 mi

starting at
$327/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Welcome to Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs Childcare and Preschool! At Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs, our mission is simple yet profound: to offer children the highest quality care and early education possible. We are deeply committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can flourish and learn. Our dedicated team is passionate about creating a safe, caring space that enables each child to reach their full potential. We firmly believe that childcare should be a reflection of a child's unique abilities, and we celebrate diversity and individuality. With core values anchored in Family, Fun, Integrity, Respect, and Life Long Learning, we prioritize authenticity and integrity in every interaction. Our loving center, conveniently located across from the Standish Municipal Center, offers a warm haven where children feel secure and empowered to excel. All our lead educators hold Child Development Associate credentials, ensuring a high standard of educational expertise. Safety is paramount; our staff is certified in CPR/First Aid and keeps up-to-date with all state-required vaccinations. We tailor our curriculum to each class, following Maine's Early Development Standards, and every child has a personalized portfolio tracking their progress throughout their journey at Pollywogs. We participate in the CACFP food program, ensuring that our little ones receive nutritious, home-cooked meals and snacks. We provide formula, cereal, fruits, and veggies, offering a balanced diet that supports their growth and well-being. With flexible hours from 7 am to 5 pm, closed only on major holidays and for two weeks a year, we offer convenience and reliability to our families. At Pollywogs to Speckled Frogs, we're not just caregivers; we're partners in your child's educational journey. Join us, and let's create a vibrant, nurturing community together.

Debbie X. says "They are the kind of daycare that you want your kids at. I don't feel like most places at like this anymore. They are really committed to the kids and put...

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All About Kids

1 Plaza Drive Windham, ME

5.0(1)

8 mi

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
All About Kids offers a before and after school program as well as soon opening a full day child care facility. The mission of All About Kids is to provide child care programs that are safe, healthy, and judgement-free. We strive to foster children s curiosity and encourage them to learn, grow, and explore. All About Kids wants them to become authentic individuals driven by their own interests. At our center, we offer activities and options that allow kids to be active and healthy. We encourage learning at every stage of development. The staff at All About Kids encourage children to express creativity and imagination We believe learning is best done by doing. The center supports and prioritizes opportunities to work with the community. Community members are welcomed to come and participate in our programming. Our goal is for parents to feel complete knowing their child is safe and receiving the best care and education appropriate for their stage in development.

Heather F. says "Amazing Childcare , son has been attending for almost a year, and loves it !"

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Central Park Child Care

40 Whispering Pines Dr Buxton, ME

5 mi

Child care
Central Park Child Care located at 40 Whispering Pines Drive, Buxton, Maine, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from seven-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks.
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Life Skills Learning Center

30 Spring Hill Rd Saco, ME

10 mi

Child care
Preschool
The Life Skills Learning Center in Saco, Maine offers full-time childcare, early childhood education, after-school care and summer programs. It caters to children ages three and a half to twelve years old, providing them activities that enhance their social skills and academic performance. The center's hours of operation is 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Mondays through Fridays.
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Kountry Kids Nursery School

93 Holmes Rd Scarborough, ME

9 mi

Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Kountry Kids Nursery School is a childcare and learning facility located at 93 Holmes Road, Scarborough, Maine. It offers a fun, safe and stimulating environment where children can play, discover and learn. Kountry Kids Nursery School offers childcare, before and after-school care, and early childhood education programs that meet the children's developmental needs.
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Day Birchwood Nursery School Inc

1003 River Rd Windham, ME

8 mi

Child care
Preschool
Birchwood Day Nursery School is a child-centered school that offers developmentally appropriate activities based on discovery and play. Our school provides a nurturing environment for each child while providing opportunities for discovery and learning in cognitive, language, physical, and social/emotional areas of development. Birchwood strongly believes in the development of the total child. All of these areas combined will allow each child to learn, grow and develop as he/she discovers the world around him/her. Birchwood Day Nursery School is a privately owned facility offering morning and full day programs for over 25 years. Our preschool program provides education and care for 3 to 5-year-olds in small group settings. Our after-school program was added in 1998, kindergarten through 4th grade. Birchwood s hours are 7:00am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. We are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (naeyc.org), voluntarily undergoing a comprehensive process of internal self-study and improvement followed by an outside evaluation by NAEYC validators. This insures that we are offering high quality programs that provide a safe, nurturing educational environment for young children, families and staff. We have also received a Step 4 rating, the highest level, from Maine Quality Rating System; this also demonstrates our goal to offer a quality early childhood environment.
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Toddle Inn

PO Box 40 Scarborough, ME

9 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child care
Toddle Inn is a family owned company which began as a home daycare in 1985 and is now one of the largest childcare centers in Southern Maine. We pride ourselves on providing safe, quality childcare for over 1000 children and their families. Our creative programming nurtures and supports children as they develop into lifelong learners. Toddle Inn values the process of early childhood development following play-based curriculum which connects children to the world! Our centers have programs for children, ages 6 weeks - 5 years, as well as Before &amp; After Care services for school aged children. We also offer a private Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade program which is lead by teachers who hold a Maine State Teaching Certificate. All lead classroom teachers have degrees in early childhood education or a related field and/or a CDA credential. Our eight centers are conveniently located in the following communities - Cumberland, Gorham, Westbrook, Auburn, Saco, Scarborough, South Portland, and Kennebunk. Call one of our locations to ask about availability and to schedule your tour today!
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Gorham, ME

After-school programs near you in Gorham, ME 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.

After school programs near you in Gorham, ME 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.

Depending on the program, activities in Gorham, ME 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.

To find a good after school program near you in Gorham, ME, 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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