after school enrichment

After school care is provided until 5:30 pm Monday through Friday for children attending BCS as well as elementary-age kids from any Bellingham school. Our “walking school bus” picks up kids from  Columbia Elementary and Cedar Tree Montessori, including early-release days. We also offer special activities at BCS on early-release days and teacher workdays.

The after-school program aims to provide an experience similar to going home after school. A snack is provided at 3:30 and kids are welcome to eat their own snacks at any time. Kids may follow their own imagination and creativity, choose a prepared activity, or unwind from the day with some down time. We spend time outdoors whenever possible, for relaxation or running off energy. Arts and crafts materials are available wherever we are, and an array of sports and games equipment is accessible for outside play. Homework support is always offered.

Fees for the after-school program are on an hourly basis. We understand that schedules may change throughout the year or even day-to-day, so BCS is flexible and happy to accommodate the needs of fluctuating family schedules.