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Daily Schedule

General Daily Schedule
All days except Wednesday

2:30 - 3:00 PM
Arrival, Snack & Free Play

Kindergarten through 2nd grade are picked up from their classrooms by a staff member. 3rd through 5th graders walk themselves to a Bright Start space in the school that is assigned to them. Children are offered two nut-free snack choices and can then have free play time with friends. 

3:00 - 3:45 PM
Outdoor Time

This is our time to be outside. In inclement weather, we offer free play, activity stations, and games in the gym. 

3:45 - 4:45 PM
Activities

This is our activity or homework time. Children are rotated through different groups so they can experience a variety of lessons created by our staff. 

4:45 - 6:00 PM
Activity Time

Children will have another snack followed by outside time. We also offer quiet indoor activities for those who may want to wind down after a busy day.

Wednesday Schedule
 

1:00 - 1:45 PM
Arrival & Snack

Children are picked up from their classrooms and come down to Bright Start, where they eat snack. 

1:45 - 2:30 PM
Outside Time
2:30 - 2:30 PM
Stations / Clubs

Children have free choice and get to select different activities provided by the staff. 

3:30- 4:45 PM
Activity Time
4:45 - 6:00 PM
Free Play

Outside or in the gym.

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Bright Start Afterschool provides

enrichment and play after school

every day in a safe, fun, and

supportive environment.

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