Before & After School Programs

Out of School Time Programs include activities that take place before and after school, summer, winter and spring and breaks.

Did You Know?

Children and youth who participate in after school programs are more likely to:

• Do well and be more attached to school
• Have a healthier life style
• Avoid risky behaviors

Many organizations in Albuquerque offer programs with a variety of activities, including: health and fitness, the arts, outdoor adventure, field trips, study time and opportunities for youth internships. 

Program Options

School-based programs

• Schools provide a variety of extracurricular programs (from sports to drama and various clubs, etc.) that young people can be engaged with after school.
• Before- and after-school programs are available at many APS elementary schools and some middle and high schools in the district.
• These programs provide a variety of activities, from homework help/tutoring to arts and crafts, field trips, recreation and study time.
• Some programs are free of charge or allow for a sliding scale. Fees vary according to the agency providing the service.
• Most programs have opportunities for parent involvement and some provide parent services as well.

Private programs

• There are also a variety of private after school and tutoring providers/agencies throughout the city.
• Many private child care centers provide before and after school care for school age children.

Qualifying for assistance

Families may qualify for assistance to pay for before and after school programs:

• For families that qualify, the Child Care Services Bureau will provide financial assistance for before, after, and summer programs/childcare.
• Some families that qualify for the free or reduced meal program might also qualify for free before- and after-school programs with the City of Albuquerque. Learn more about the Free or Reduced Meal Program

Enrollment

Find out if your school has a before- or after- school program by calling your school.