Find local after school programs, school’s out and no school day programs in Central KY. Holiday? Snow Day? Summer Break!
Lex Fun 4 Kids has you covered!
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After School Programming
Many schools offer a program within the school for after school care. Some schools run the program themselves but many are offered through Lexington Parks and Recreation. There are also programs that will pick up after school or if you need before school care they will drop off your children at their school. You can ask at your child’s school about what programs are available for them.
Extended School Program (ESP)
The Extended School Program (ESP) and the Recreation Enrichment and Learning Program (REAL) offer affordable, high-quality childcare. ESP and the REAL program are partnerships between the Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Fayette County Public School system. For more information visit their website. The Extended School Program is currently offered at the following elementary schools:
- Athens-Chilesburg Elementary – 930 Jouett Creek Dr. (40509) WAITLIST
- Garrett Morgan Elementary – 1150 Passage Mound Way (40509) WAITLIST
- Julius Marks Elementary – 3277 Pepperhill Rd. (40502)
- Northern Elementary – 340 Rookwood Dr. (40505)
- Stonewall Elementary – 33215 Cornwall Dr. (40503) WAITLIST
- Academy for Leadership at Millcreek Elementary – 1212 Reva Ridge Way (40517)
- Yates Elementary – 695 E New Circle Road (40505)
Recreation Enrichment and Learning Program (REAL)
The Extended School Program (ESP) and the Recreation Enrichment and Learning Program (REAL) offer affordable, high-quality childcare. ESP and the REAL program are partnerships between the Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Fayette County Public School system. The Recreation Enrichment and Learning Program is an after-school program for middle-school students. For more information visit their website. The program is currently offered at the following middle schools:
- Edith J. Hayes Middle School, 260 Richardson Place (40509)
- Jessie Clark Middle School, 3341 Clays Mill Rd. (40503)
The REAL program is affordable, maintains a low staff-to-student ratio, and offers a range of both recreational and educational activities for students. All REAL program staff must receive training, required health tests and a criminal background check.
- Morning session: 7 – 9 a.m. (Start of school)
- Evening session: 4 – 6 p.m.
All About Kids
YMCA of Central KY
The Academy Gymnastics and Cheer
Childcare Network
Kidz Konnection
Kids R Kids
Holiday/No School Day Options
When school is out for one or two days or for spring break and you need care for just a day or for the week these programs are available at many local kid-friendly spots.
Living Arts and Science Center
Explorium
The Little Gym
YMCA of Central KY
Newton’s Attic
Lexington Children’s Theatre
Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning
CREATE art + play Studio
All About Kids Childcare and Learning Center
Legacy Gymnastics
The Academy Gymnastics and Cheer
Wild Thyme Cooking
Childcare Network
Kindercare
Snow Day
School is cancelled – now what!? Check out these great options. Some are added the day of so be sure to check that morning and see if Lex Fun 4 Kids has a special Snow Day Deals post up! Some of the above programs may also offer programming.
YMCA
The Academy Gymnastics and Cheer
Summer Fun
Summer is a great time to check out camps, special events, and more!
