Extended Day Program
Westside School believes that all students can succeed in school with the right combination of quality programs, focused resources, and community support.
Research has shown that participation in out-of-school-time (EDP) programs can lead to improvements in youth’s educational outcomes (e.g., academic achievement, school behavior, attitudes toward school, attendance, and educational expectations); enhance social and emotional development (e.g., self-esteem, positive social behavior); and reduce the likelihood that they will engage in risk-taking behavior.
Westside School offers an inclusive, multi-aged Extended Day Program, designed to engage the interests of all kinds, so that every child can do something they truly enjoy! The Extended Day Team is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment, both physically and emotionally, where children can learn, grow, make friends, and explore new interests, all while having fun!
For more information regarding our Extended Day Program, contact Leo Lai at leol@westsideschool.org.
2026-2027 Extended Day Program
Families who register for care at the start of the school year will be guaranteed a space for their child(ren). Late registrations will be based on availability.
Before Care
Before care is available to students in PS-8th grade and begins at 7:30 am each morning, with drop-off available anytime between 7:30 and 8:00 am. Before Care runs until 8:15 am, when classroom doors open. Families must register for the full five days per week at a cost of $172 per month.
Register for Before Care (Coming Soon)
Aftercare
Aftercare is offered for PS-8th grade and runs from dismissal to 5:30 pm. Each afternoon includes time for outdoor play, snacks (provided by Westside), and choice activities.
Register for Aftercare (coming soon)
After School Drop-In Care
Due to student/teacher ratio considerations, only a limited number of drop-in spaces will be available per day. The drop-in fee is $46 per afternoon; the hours are not prorated. We ask that you register no later than noon on the day of care so that we may staff the program accordingly. Drop-in care is currently only available for students in K-8th grade.
Extended Care on Non-School Days for 2026-2027
Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, Westside will offer expanded childcare coverage on teacher workdays and select school closure days to better support family schedules throughout the year.
This additional coverage provides families with 43 extra days of childcare beyond the regular school calendar.
Childcare will be available on:
- Summer In-Service Weeks (August 17–28)
- Day Before Meet the Teacher Day (August 31)
- October In-Service Day (October 9)
- Fall Conference Days (October 29-30)
- November Teacher Planning Days (November 23-25)
- Day Before Winter Break Half-Day (PM Care December 18)
- Winter Break Week 2 (December 28–January 1)
- January In-Service Day (January 4)
- Report Writing Day (January 15)
- Mid-Winter Break (February 16-19)
- March In-Service Day (March 19)
- Spring Break (April 12-16)
- Spring Conference Days (April 29-30)
- Last Day of School (PM Childcare June 11)
- Days Between School and Summer Camp Starting (June 14–17)
Childcare will not be offered on:
- Meet the Teacher Day (September 1)
- Federal Holidays
- Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday (November 26-27)
- Winter Break Week 1 (December 21-25)
- Building Maintenance Week (June 21-25)
Additional details about hours, registration, and staffing for childcare coverage days will be shared with families closer to the start of the school year.
Before Care
| Days Per Week | Cost |
| 5 Days |
$172/month |
Aftercare (PS & PK)
| Days Per Week | Cost |
| 5 Days |
$575/month |
Aftercare (K-8)
| Days Per Week | Cost |
| 5 Days |
$575/month |
| 4 Days |
$460/month |
|
3 Days |
$345/month |
|
2 Days |
$230/month |
| 1 Day | $115/month |
Enrichment Classes
Enrichment classes are designed for kindergarten-8th grade students and offered once a week after school.
Westside offers after-school enrichment classes for kindergarten through 8th grade. From cooking and theater to chess, coding, and visual arts, these programs help students explore passions, develop skills, and build confidence in a supportive, fun community.
More details on Fall Enrichments will be coming soon!
