Before and After School Care
Safe, nurturing support for school-age children. Happy Family Daycare’s Before and After School Care program supports school-age children with supervised activities, homework help, healthy snacks, and structured transitions between school and home.
Core components of our before and after school program
Supervision and safety
A licensed, secure environment where children are supervised throughout their time under our care.
Homework and academic support
Quiet time and assistance for school assignments with staff support.
Enrichment
Arts, physical activity, reading, and games that build skills and confidence.
Healthy snacks
Nutritious food to replenish energy after school.
Smooth transitions
Coordination with school schedules to meet arrival and dismissal times.
Typical before-school routine
Typical after-school routine
before-school routine
- Early arrival window with supervised free play and light breakfast options where needed.
- Preparation for school: organizing backpacks, reviewing schedules, and calm reading or quiet activities to start the day positively.
- Timely departure to school or handoff to school bus depending on family arrangements.
after-school routine
- Afternoon pickup or arrival: Warm greetings and snack time to refuel after school.
- Homework time: Quiet spaces and supportive staff assistance to help children complete assignments, encourage planning, and promote independent study skills.
- Enrichment activities: Club-style offerings like arts and crafts, sports, STEM challenges, and cooperative games.
- Outdoor play: Time for physical activity and recreation when school schedules and weather permit.
- Family handoff: Clear communication at pickup about homework, behavior, and notable achievements.
Academic support and homework help
We support schoolwork in an encouraging, non-pressured way:
- Dedicated homework blocks with staff available to explain concepts, keep children focused, and provide study strategies.
- Support for organizational skills: helping children plan assignments and manage time.
- Encouragement for independent work where appropriate and coordinated communication with parents about progress.
Social and emotional learning for school-age children
After-school settings are ideal for practicing social skills:
- Cooperative games to build teamwork and problem-solving.
- Conflict-resolution coaching and guided conversations about feelings and relationships.
- Opportunities for leadership through group projects and peer mentoring.
Transportation and coordination with schools
School Schedules
Families should share school schedules and transportation preferences.
Transportation Coordination
We coordinate pickup or drop-off with local schools or bus schedules when feasible and permitted.
Required Permissions
Clear documentation and signed permissions are required for all transportation arrangements.
Contact and next steps
To enroll in Before and After School Care, discuss transportation, or confirm availability, call (608) 712-0488. We’ll walk through scheduling, fees, and logistics to find a solution that fits your family’s school-year needs.