Before & After School Care Program
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At Just For Kids, we understand the challenges parents face in balancing work and family life. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive before and after-school program designed to support both parents and children. See your child thrive in our care with our before and after-school care services:
Experience peace of mind at Just For Kids child center in Chicago, where your child receives trustworthy care and the safety they deserve.
The Benefits of Our Before & After-School Care Program
Our program is not just about convenience; it’s about providing a safe environment where your child can thrive outside of regular school hours.
- Safe Environment: Rest assured that your child is safe and protected with experienced and caring staff members.
- Structured Activities: We offer a variety of structured activities to keep your child engaged and learning, including homework assistance, educational games, and enrichment programs.
- Socialization Opportunities: Your child will have the chance to build friendships and social skills with peers in a supportive setting.
- Convenience: Say goodbye to the stress of coordinating transportation and childcare logistics. We provide transportation to and from school, making it easier for busy parents.
- Continuity of Learning: Our program extends the learning experience beyond the classroom, reinforcing concepts taught during the school day through fun and interactive activities.
By enrolling your child in our before and after-school care program, you’re not just investing in their academic success; you’re investing in their overall well-being and development. Join us at Just For Kids in Chicago and give your child the opportunity to thrive before and after school hours.
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You can trust that your child is in good hands when they come to the before and after school program at Just For Kids
Our childcare center provides round-trip transportation to and from school so that you never have to worry about how your child will get to our child care center either before or after school. Busy Chicago roads and highways can make it difficult for parents to accommodate everyone’s busy schedules. You want your kids to get to school on time, but you also must get to work on time. Transportation services provide you with an easy solution to this problem, while giving you peace of mind knowing that your kids are safe.
While in our care, we provide a variety of nutritional snacks, implement a low teacher-to-student ratio, and believe in the power of fun. Please let us know about any nutritional allergies so we can accommodate your child accordingly.
We will take your child on field trips and provide weekly after-school activities and clubs such as cheerleading, karaoke, jump rope, Spanish, scrapbooking, and more! They will begin to feel excited about going to school, cultivating a good relationship with education from the start. You won’t have to worry about your kids’ engagement with their education.
Never worry again about where your child is going to go when you are at work. They will love coming to Just For Kids; our childcare center is a place they will look forward to being at. Enrollment is a one-time registration fee that includes a t-shirt and all necessary materials for a successful daycare experience.
We also offer after-school care, daycare services, and “no school” days childcare. This allows you the freedom to do the things you love while your kids are entertained and safe. We know that parents are busy, and each of our programs are geared to your convenience, as well as your children’s safety. Enroll your child(ren) online, or contact us for more information today!
Before & After School Care
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Benefits of Before and After School Programs For Children
Before and after school programs are important for providing a safe place for children to be surrounded by quality care and they are important for providing working parents with peace of mind. Gone are the days where parents are faced with limited resources, leaving them scrambling to organize their schedules. Many parents work long hours, making it difficult to match their kid’s schedules to their own. Before and after school programs combat this issue by providing expert care to your kids, even outside of school session hours.
However, the benefits of quality before and after school programs are far more reaching than simply providing a watchful eye. Here are some of the benefits that child care programs can offer your school-age children.
Higher Test Scores
Researchers suggest that over half of students participating in a before and after school program showed improved reading and math skills Additionally, the more often a student attends the program, the more likely they are to show academic improvements. Another study that followed low-income students found that those who were enrolled in daily after school care performed significantly better on standardized tests and showed better work ethic than their classmates who stayed home alone. These results have been proven to be ongoing. Students who attended after-school programs in grade school or middle school had higher rates of high school class attendance rates and better grades. Not only were drop-out rates lower in kids who had attended before and after school programs, but those kids were more likely to engage in extracurricular school activities and take on leadership responsibilities.
Emotional and Social Health
One study suggests that students who participate in a before and after school program displayed less anger and shyness, and had better control of their emotions and higher self-esteem. More exposure to social interactions leaves your kids with the tools they need to build healthy relationships with others. They will learn how to make and keep friends, how to bond over common interests, and how to work together with people who may be different from them.
Less Risky Behavior
As children enter middle school, they begin to be exposed to drugs, alcohol, and sexual activity. An after-school program offers a positive outlet for energy and can provide positive adult role models. Studies show that participating in an after-school program dramatically reduces drug use and criminal behavior in youth. Additionally, studies have suggested that teens who do not have an afterschool program are three times more likely to skip class, use illicit drugs and alcohol, and engage in sexual activity.
With all the benefits that extend beyond basic childcare, you can’t afford to not send your children a quality before and after school program, like the ones offered by your local childcare center, Just For Kids! Our programs are designed with parents and kids in mind. We want to encourage child development while understanding and sympathizing with parents’ busy schedules. Therefore, we’ve extended our programs to hours beyond typical school sessions. We offer “no school days” childcare. Enroll your kids online, or contact us for more information today!