After-School Child Care Options That Parents Can Consider

There are plenty of options for before- and afterschool care East Hanover, NJ for your school-age child. Besides child care centers and family child care homes, recreation centers, youth programs, including organizations such as the Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCA, and 21st Century Community Learning Centers may also offer before-and afterschool programs. Also, local schools in many communities provide afterschool care or hire another agency to provide onsite care before and after school, which are very convenient for families since transportation isn’t an issue.

We are rounding up a list of some suggestions to help your family fill the after-school hours with affordable care:

Get An After-School Nanny Or Babysitter- When it comes to choosing an after-school nanny, select someone who can pick up your children from the school and bring them home, help with homework, plan activities, perform some light housekeeping if you ask. Opt for an after-school babysitter if your kids are a little older and you need someone to simply watch them until you get home. Make sure that the person you choose to care for your child should hold infant and child CPR certification.

Family Child Care- Kids tend to benefit from a small, family-like environment since they (this form of care) are run in a provider’s home and you know they're taken care of until you get home.

Enrichment Programs- An after-school enrichment program may include tutoring in one or more subjects, learning at a museum-based program or other forms of enrichment. These programs may be found locally at children's museums, recreation centers or tutoring centers, so sign up for these.

Register In A School-Based Program- Teachers, in some schools offer after-school child care. Children are in a safe environment and will be familiar with adults involved in providing care.

YMCA- YMCA in some areas offers after-school care on the school premises. Search for YMCA or B&G Club chapters near you. If there’s none, look over what other community-based organizations might offer a similar service.

New Generation Learning Center offers before and after school care for elementary school children in East Hanover, NJ. Schedule a consultation today.