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We have 31 after school programs in New Castle, DE! Compare and find the best after school program to fit your needs.

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Cradle to Crayons III Early Learning Center

122 MEMORIAL DR NEW CASTLE, DE

5 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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Teachable Moments

634 Firewood Ln. New Castle, DE

4.0(4)

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
In-Home daycare
Child care
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Teachable Moments is a family daycare located in New Castle, DE. We specialize in childcare and education for infants through kindergarten. In addition, we provide after school care for elementary school children including homework help.

Charles Y says "Lynda is a great and passionate teacher. My daughter attended her childcare for 4 years, and learned a lot of the contents that are taught in Kindergarten...

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Dolls And Blocks Childcare

424 Pigeon View Lane New Castle, DE

5.0(1)

< 1 mi

Trusted local in-home daycare, proudly serving families in the New Castle and Bear, DE area. For over 20 years, we have been dedicated to making learning fun while providing a loving and supportive environment. A Safe and Nurturing In-Home Daycare for Early Childhood Development Through our in-home daycare, children develop important skills while engaging in fun and educational activities. Additionally, we offer a safe, nurturing, and structured setting where children can learn and grow each day. Our full-day childcare program ensures that children receive the attention, guidance, and learning opportunities they need to thrive. Before and After-School Childcare Program for Busy Families In addition to full-day childcare, we provide a before-and-after school program, ensuring a structured and supportive space beyond school hours. This program helps children stay engaged with learning activities while giving parents peace of mind knowing their child is in a secure environment. Affordable and High-Quality In-Home Childcare Services Furthermore, we believe that quality childcare should be affordable, which is why Dolls and Blocks Childcare offers budget-friendly pricing without compromising excellent care. Most importantly, we are committed to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where children feel happy and secure. Contact Dolls and Blocks Childcare Today for Trusted In-Home Daycare Services If you are looking for reliable childcare, contact Dolls and Blocks Childcare in-home daycare today. Schedule an appointment and give your child the best care possible in a safe and loving environment.

Rae D. says "Our twin daughters have been going to Dolls & Blocks Childcare since 7mths old, they are 5yrs old. They absolutely love it there! I've really seen their...

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SHAKIRA WAPLES DBA NEXT GENERATION CHILDCARE LLC

1 GAZELLE PL NEW CASTLE, DE

5.0(3)

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
We're not your typical in-home childcare, WE ARE MORE. Our in-home offers a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment where safety matters. The classroom is center-based and focuses on strengthening your child's development all around. Due to our low teacher-student ratio children are able to receive one-on-one support. We enjoy Yoga sessions bi-weekly. We make learning fun, so everyday is a good day here!

Vicky X. says "She knows how to take care of children very well. My son has learned a lot with her. She is able to adapt with him and get him to come out of his box....

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Bright New Scholars Academy

355 Corporate Blvd Newark, DE

5.0(1)

7 mi

Child care
Preschool
Bright New Scholars Academy (BNSA) is independently owned and operated, located in Pencader Office Park in Newark, Delaware. BNSA provides a safe and nurturing environment that focuses on your child's academic and social development. Our mission is to have your child grow in all areas of development during the time they spend at BNSA. We will encourage a love of learning and sense of curiosity through planned activities and supervised exploration. At BNSA each child we care for will receive care and attention that will ensure your child feels loved and safe. In this caring environment, your child will feel confident and secure to explore, learn, and develop relationships. Our goal is for your child to be ready for school and a successful academic experience when they leave us. BNSA offers full time care for children ages six weeks to five years, before and after school care for children in Kindergarten up to grade 5 for local schools and Summer Camp. We provide breakfast, lunch, and one snack each day. BNSA is a nut-free school.

Jonisha L. says "I Love BNSA, staff is always so friendly and since day 1 I've been treated like family so glad i chose them to be apart of my child life!"

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THE LEARNING EXPRESS

300 DARLING ST NEWARK, DE

5.0(2)

4 mi

Academic
Child care
Preschool
The Learning Express is a family operated private school located in Newark, DE and has been providing childcare services to the community since 1994. The Learning Express began as a Pre-school, offering a unique structured academic program for children ages 3 through 5. Our philosophy at The Learning Express is to provide a nurturing and caring atmosphere in a structured environment of learning and play. We are dedicated to the overall growth and development of our students: academically, physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. We offer a challenging and rewarding curriculum fostered by personalized attention from teachers and staff. Our program is structured to accommodate each child's unique attributes. In addition, it is our goal to teach children good morals and respect to prepare them to become productive citizens in the community. We are focused on maintaining strong relationships with parents, which we believe is key to your child's developmental and educational success.

stephanie T. says "I've been a parent at the school for a little over 2 years and have had 3 of my 4 kids enrolled at the school and have been beyond happy with my...

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All Aspire Academy

843 SALEM CHURCH RD NEWARK, DE

4.0(2)

5 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Child care
We provide affordable quality Early Learning Childcare Services for children ages 3 months - 9 years. We have proudly provided care to families for over 8 years. Our caring and attentive certified teachers create exciting learning adventures. Our teaching perspective combines your child's interests with opportunities to expand their understanding of the world around them using the Creative Curriculum. We have a bilingual program that teaches in both English and Spanish. In our 4 year old "Kindergarten Prep" classroom students are introduced to sign language. We partner with families and promote the development of the "Whole Child." Here we create a safe and nurturing environment where children can quench their natural curiosity and learn through exploration. For more information and pre-registration visit our website www.allaspirede.com

Moses S. says "My experience was great. I love that the tour is set up like a play date. Lunch is made from scratch and the teachers seem to really enjoy what they do....

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Newark Day Nursery & Children's Center

921 Barksdale Rd Newark, DE

2.0(3)

8 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
NDNCC, a NAEYC & ACA accredited and DEStars 5 Star agency, is dedicated to providing the highest quality early childhood and school age services to educate, enrich, and inspire children and youth from culturally and economically diverse families. We offer Early Childhood Education for ages 6 wks to 5 yrs, and Before/After School Care and Summer Camp for up to age 14. Our tuition is on a sliding fee scale, and we accept DE POC. Included in tuition are breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. We employ educated, nurturing teachers, and offer a beautiful facility with 4 age-appropriate playgrounds.
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Wilmington Junior Academy

3001 Millcreek Road Wilmington, DE

7 mi

We offer care for children 6 weeks through preschool, school age before and after care, and school age summer camp. Our goal is to provide individualized, age appropriate, Christian child care that encourages the development of the whole child, socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically.
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GREAT NEW BEGINNINGS OF NEWARK

1132 OGLETOWN RD NEWARK, DE

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our mission is to provide exceptional early education services through a transparent partnership with our families and our community. Live internet viewing included in our weekly tuition.
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Junior Tycoon's Retreat Family Childcare

98 Three Rivers Drive Newark, DE

7 mi

Junior Tycoon's Retreat Family Childcare offers a unique way to teach each Tycoon the fundamentals of education, developing, and self-growth. We encourage learning through FUN, independent exploration, and contribution of &quot;Best Self&quot; to become Junior Tycoons in society. Licensed Family Childcare, POC + accepted. We care for children, ages 1-12 years old. Silent Reading Daily, Group Activities, Creative Arts, Imagination Play, Critical Thinking Corners, Inclusive Group Discussions, Technology and Typing Corners, Daily outside play and exercise. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner &amp; 2 snacks daily, Transportation provided, Field trips, All day care for school closings, Later hours of care. We follow the Delaware guidelines for education while adding a twist of what the children want, variety of ways to help them grow and embrace information. We stay active and reinforce school work and lessons taught. Outside of my very own Tycoons, I have helped grow newborns, toddlers, young children, older children, pre-teens, teenagers, camp children and community center program children for over 15 years. I have worked as a Team Leader with Urban Promise as well as an Assistant Program Director with Kingswood Community Center for the after school programs and the summer camps.
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GREAT NEW BEGINNINGS OF ST. ANDREWS

14 SAINT ANDREWS DR BEAR, DE

6 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our mission is to provide exceptional early education services through a transparent partnership with our families and our community. Live internet viewing included in our weekly tuition.
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A.S . Academy of Learning 2

891 PULASKI HWY BEAR, DE

3 mi

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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At A.S. Academy of Learning, your child is our top priority! We provide a safe, clean, loving environment for your children to grow and learn. Each member of our staff is committed to fostering self-esteem, confidence, creativity and a love of learning! We are conveniently located to Route 1 and Route 40.
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ABC Kids Academy

201 BAYARD AVE WILMINGTON, DE

5.0(1)

7 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Day Care
Child care
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Our facilities offer bright classrooms and a huge indoor play space for children to explore and enjoy. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. Your child will feel comfortable while learning foundational skills that will enable them to have a successful cognitive, behavioral, and emotional successful childhood.
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CORNERSTONE EARLY EDUCATION AND YOUTH CENTER, INC.

3135 SUMMIT BRIDGE RD BEAR, DE

5.0(1)

9 mi

sokona D. says "Cornerstone Early Education and Youth Center have always been like family to us. My oldest son started at the center in 2015 as we were transitioning from...

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PYRAMID LEARNING ACADEMY

8 WALNUT AVE WILMINGTON, DE

5.0(2)

6 mi

Child care

Rosa C. says ""They are really nice and have helped a lot w my kids. They work with me for payments and my kids love their teachers!""

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Little Memories Home Day Care

713 Woodsedge Rd Wilmington, DE

5.0(2)

5 mi

Child care
Little Memories Home Day Care is an in-home childcare located in Wilmington, Delaware. It aims to provide a loving environment that fosters every child's physical, social, and educational growth. It accommodates children two months up to twelve years old. The daycare offers full-time and part-time care, hourly drop-in care, before and after-school care, and summer care.

Alexandra D. says "I am forever grateful to have found such a loving, nurturing home daycare for my daughters!"

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Limestone Hills Day School

5671 Ocheltree Ln Wilmington, DE

7 mi

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Limestone Hills Day School provides education in the early life of a child. Activities incorporated into the everyday curriculum of the school are academics, music, arts, crafts, finger manipulatives, and play. The school also offers before- and after-school child care services.
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RISING STARS CHILD CARE INC

415 Milmar Rd Wilmington, DE

5 mi

Child care
Rising Stars Child Care offers a wide range of programs and services geared for preschool and school-age children. The company serves the Wilmington, Delaware area and offers full-time, part-time programs, drop-in care, after-school care, and summer camps. Rising Stars Child Care is open to children six weeks of age up to twelve years old, and the company can accommodate a total of one hundred twelve students.
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Happy Times Learning Center

32 Baer Bear, DE

7 mi

Happy Times Learning Center is a Delaware Licensed, Family Child Care Level II and Montessori inspired Preschool Learning Program. Happy Times is part of Delaware Stars for Early Success, the state s quality rating and improvement system for early childhood programs. HTLC is a small home-based affordable preschool school with all the bells and whistles of the larger centers. HTLC is small enough to offer our children a personal touch. I, Mrs. Mallick have 30 years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education First aid and CPR certified, a mother of three grown-up children. I have many years of experience working in a renowned Daycare in Delaware and New Jersey. I am a proud participant of Delaware Stars program. I believe that to achieve a well-rounded development, we should provide the children a home-like safe and nurturing environment. I also believe that one constant teacher through your child's preschool years is very important. Happy Times is a small; home-based and mix-age school setting that provides an exciting, loving caring and nurturing the environment. Our small classroom setting helps in bringing out a child's potential by giving him or her hands-on experience with the materials specially designed for their ages. Our class room setting stimulates child s all domains of learning e.g. physical Fine motor, Gross motor, Social-emotional, approaches to learning, thinking, communication. I well prepare preschool age children for kinder garden readiness curriculum. Our Each day include circle time, music &amp; movement, science activities, arts&amp; crafts, outdoor, indoor playtime etc. email/ text messages to families, biweekly Lesson plans, monthly newsletter, twice a year conferences, assessments and parenting workshops. I provide Before &amp; After school care for Olive .B. Loss Elementary school. The Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center, Alfred G. Water School Middle School, and M.O.T Charter School buses stop just outside of my home. I offer Homework assistance, Computer Time to finish assignments and provide daily healthy snacks to school age children at no cost to families. Currently, I am looking for children to join Happy Times who is between 2-1/2 and 5 years of age. I have openings for Half-day, full day, part time and full day Montessori preschool program. My cell number is 302-229-7726. Please, feel free to call or text me for any questions or to schedule a tour of Happy Times.
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Recent after school program reviews from local parents in New Castle, DE

After School Programs in New Castle, DE are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 31 listed after school programs

Teachable Moments

Lynda is a great and passionate teacher. My daughter attended her childcare for 4 years, and learned a lot of the contents that are taught...

- Charles Y

Dolls And Blocks Childcare

Our twin daughters have been going to Dolls & Blocks Childcare since 7mths old, they are 5yrs old. They absolutely love it there! I've...

- Rae D.

SHAKIRA WAPLES DBA NEXT GENERATION CHILDCARE LLC

She knows how to take care of children very well. My son has learned a lot with her. She is able to adapt with him and get him to come out...

- Vicky X.

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in New Castle, DE

After-school programs near you in New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE 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.

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