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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Ithaca, NY

We have 9 after school programs in Ithaca, NY! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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3226 Wilkins Rd. Ithaca, NY

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In addition to our Integrated Early Childhood and Preschool classrooms, at our Wilkins Road location in Ithaca, we also offer our exclusive Toddler rooms where we provide the same curriculum, staff and belief system and experiences to 18 month - 3 year-olds. For families in need of more child care, we offer before and after school care. Although our formal day is scheduled from 7:00-5:00, we continue to provide child-directed learning activities and experiences in the morning as well as in the afternoon. We very much value this additional time with your child and are thrilled to have the opportunity to offer extended learning opportunities and expansion projects driven from our enhanced curriculum.
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Preschool
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Bjm Enrichment Program Inc

302 W Buffalo St Ithaca, NY

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BJM Enrichment Program is an extended day care facility in Ithaca, New York that offers after-school programs designed for school-age children. The company provides services such as homework assistance, academic tutoring, literacy support, and various enrichment activities. The company’s mission is to provide kids with hands-on learning opportunities that will teach them new skills and reinforce lessons taught inside the classroom.
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VARNA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.

943 DRYDEN RD ITHACA, NY

3 mi

The Varna After School Program (VASP) was started in 2016 as a program of the non-profit Varna Community Association. At VASP, children participate in activities designed to promote physical, mental, social, and emotional development. The program and its facilities are inspected regularly by the Child Development Council and the Town of Dryden NY. VASP staff members work closely with children's parents and guardians and with the Varna Community Association Board of Directors to provide high quality care to children. Email: VarnaAfterSchoolProgram@gmail.com
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Waldorf
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East Ithaca Preschool

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1825 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY

East Ithaca Preschool is a play-based, nurturing environment led by our dynamic, experienced and patient teacher Mrs. Foote. We enroll children from the ages of two and a half through age six. Your child may attend five days a week, or Tuesday/Thursdays or Monday/Wednesday/Fridays. Children under the age of three may attend on Tuesday/Thursday mornings only. Our school is in session weekday mornings from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. Currently, we do not offer an after-school program. The school year starts in September and ends in June and is divided into two semesters. Our calendar is loosely based on the Ithaca City School District and our school breaks are similar to those in the District. Visit our website for more more information about our program!

Ayree C says "We are forever grateful for EIP! Both of our boys attended/still attending. The growth they have both made is remarkable and the EIP community truly is...

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Cayuga Heights School Age Program

110 E Upland Rd Ithaca, NY

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Cayuga Heights School Age Program is a facility in Ithaca, NY provides children the chance to be themselves from a variety of activities after their conforming schedules. Activities include puzzles, arts and crafts, free play, dress-up, and games with free access to gymnasiums for free organized sports.
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THE DROP-IN CENTER INC

506 1st St Ithaca, NY

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The Drop-In Center Incorporated located at 506 1st Street, Ithaca, New York, offers basic childcare and learning services. The school's hours of operation is from seven-thirty AM to five-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. 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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Coddington Road Community Center

920 Coddington Rd Ithaca, NY

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The Coddington Road Community Center is a non-profit organization that offers child care programs in Ithaca, New York. The organization is dedicated to providing children with a warm and safe environment conducive to learning and development. Coddington Road Community Center offers programs for children ages 18 months to 5 years old, as well as an after-school program for above 5 years old kids.
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room for growing

307 Coddington Road Ithaca, NY

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3X/MORE/Room For Growing Enrichment through play in a loving environment PHILOSOPHY: 3X/More/ Room For Growing is a licensed day care emphasizing early childhood education and family involvement. * We strive for a child directed education, which means introducing the child to as many possible topics in as many possible ways and following their individual interests, needs, and learning styles. * We teach children how to be responsible for their actions and their well-being. * We place an emphasis on environmental and natural studies. * We have an open door policy and welcome and encourage families to participate in the 3X/More/ Room For Growing day. LOCATION: One quarter mile from the back entrance of Ithaca College and steps from the Six Mile Creek Trail, 3X/More/ Room For Growing has a large fenced in garden and rolling hills for outdoor play. ENROLLMENT: We offer pre-school to children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, and before and after-school childcare to children up to the age of 12. A maximum enrollment of 12 children per day insures that the staff can give excellent attention to all (teacher to student ratio, 1:6). PROGRAM: Integrating our many areas of experience and expertise, we offer a well-rounded education through games, play, and exploration. 3X/More/ Room For Growing helps children take the steps they need to develop in their areas of weakness and excel in their strengths. At 3X/More/ Room For Growing your children will develop self-esteem, a love for learning, and respect for others. Parents and children will benefit from clear and honest communication from staff and an easy at home feeling spending the day at 3XMore/ Room For Growing. HOURS AND FEES (Effective June25, 2012-June 21, 2013) Half Day 7:30am - 12:30pm 12:30pm - 5:30 pm Full Day 7:30am - 2:30pm Extended Day 7:30am - 5:30pm Children 2 years and older Half Full Extended $140/week $171/week $200/week $38/day $46/day $53/day Children under 2 years Half Full Extended $163/week $200/week $231/week $44/day $51/day $60/day Flexible add on time $27/session MORE INFORMATION: 3X/MORE/ ROOM FOR GROWING Room For Growing opened in September 1999. Gloria Molina (owner of all three gfdc) has been teaching since 1978. She is bi-lingual in English and Spanish. She involves the community in her many Puerto Rican, family festivities. Gloria is known for her patience and generosity with her time. In addition to work she makes time to garden, remodel her home, and be active with her nieces and nephews.
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ITHACA MONTESSORI SCHOOL

12 ASCOT PL ITHACA, NY

4 mi

MS offers a traditional Montessori education for children ages 3 months - 6 years old. We offer: Specially trained teachers who carefully observe and respect children’s individual needs and interests. A multi-age environment that allows younger children to learn from older children and older children to master their own skills through teaching. Each classroom is between 800-1,200 square foot that are filled with beautiful, hands-on Montessori materials. A curriculum that helps children develop independence, self-discipline, and a lifelong love of learning. Partnerships with parents in the healthy growth and development of their children. A safe and loving environment that fosters compassion and respect for others. Why we’re different: At IMS, we focus on the development of the whole child. The primary goal of our program is to help each child reach their full potential in all areas of life: cognitive, social, emotional, and physical. Each of our classrooms is a carefully prepared environment where each child experiences the joy of learning with gentle guidance from our special teachers
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Ithaca, NY

After-school programs near you in Ithaca, NY 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 Ithaca, NY 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 Ithaca, NY 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 Ithaca, NY, 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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