Finding reliable after school care during the school year can be a challenge—especially when your workday doesn’t end at 3 p.m. Luckily, many Philadelphia programs offer school pickup and engaging activities to keep kids learning, playing, and creating until dinnertime. Whether your child is into art, STEM, sports, or storytelling, these after school options provide peace of mind for parents and fun, enriching experiences for kids across the city.

Zhang Sah

Queen Village: 530 Bainbridge St., Philadelphia

Mt. Airy: 6110 Wissahickon Ave., Philadelphia

Wynnefield: 3901 Conshohocken Ave., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Meredith, McCall, Nebinger, Fanny Jackson Coppin, St. Mary Interparochial, St. Peter’s, Vare-Washington, J.S. Jenks, C.W. Henry, Lingelbach, Houston, SCH Academy, Samuel Gompers, Overbrook, Inquiry Charter, JYK Discovery Charter, Laboratory Charter, SLA at Beeber, French International, Global Leadership Academy, James Rhoads

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-8

This K–8 program offers school pickup from 20+ Philly schools and care until 6 p.m. Kids enjoy martial arts, homework help, arts & crafts, and play at locations in Queen Village, Mt. Airy, and Wynnefield.

Queen & Rook

125 South St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Meredith, McCall, Nebinger, St. Peter’s, Vare‑Washington

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: Ages 6-16

For kids 6–16, this program offers school pickup from Meredith, McCall, Nebinger, St. Peter’s, and Vare-Washington. At 125 South St., Philadelphia, kids enjoy board games, RPGs, homework help, arts & crafts, and outdoor play until 6 p.m.

CoCo Academy

Bella Vista: 1001 Christian St., Philadelphia

Queen Village: 615 S. 3rd St, Philadelphia

Pickup from: Christopher Columbus Charter School, Coppin, Independence Charter School, Marian Anderson, Nebinger, Stanton, McCall, Meredith, Vare-Washington, St. Mary’s, St. Peter’s

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-5

This K–5 after school program offers daily pickup from several Philly schools and STEAM activities like 3D printing, robotics, and laser cutting. Kids receive homework help and snacks, with care until 6 p.m. Registration for 2025–26 is open.

Philly Art Center

Queen Village: 514 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia

Fairmount: 2501 Olive Street, Philadelphia

Mt Airy: 530 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia

Cherry Hill: New pickup service available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Bret Harte & Stockton schools

Pickup from: McCall, Meredith, Nebinger, Coppin, Independence Charter, Southwark, Vare-Washington, Christopher Columbus Charter, Bache-Martin, Greenfield, St. Francis Xavier, Russell Byers Charter, C.W. Henry, Houston, Lingelbach, Germantown Friends, Greene Street Friends, Germantown Jewish Centre, plus Bret Harte and Stockton (Cherry Hill – Tues/Thurs only)

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: Pre-K-6 (ages 4-12)

Offering free school pickup across three Philly locations, Philly Art Center’s after school program serves Pre-K to 6th graders with creative art classes, skill-building, and snacks. New Cherry Hill pickup is available two days a week. Flexible registration for 1–5 days a week is open for the 2025–26 school year.

Philly InMovement

Queen Village: 500 Kenilworth St., Philadelphia

Bok: 1901 South 9th St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Meredith, McCall, Nebinger, Coppin, Southwark School, Kirkbride

Care until: 6:30 p.m.

Grades: K-4

For K–4 kids, this program offers school pickup from select Philly schools and movement classes plus homework help. Care runs until 6:30 p.m. with full-year enrollment. Pre-K Mini MOVE is available Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Old Pine Community Center

401 Lombard St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Meredith, McCall, Nebinger

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-5

Located at 401 Lombard St., this K–5 program offers school pickup from Meredith, McCall, and Nebinger. Kids enjoy homework help, snacks, arts and crafts, kid-led clubs, park trips, and community service projects. Care runs until 6 p.m.

Settlement Music School

Mary Louise Curtis (MLC) branch
416 Queen St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Meredith, McCall, Nebinger, Christopher Columbus Charter School

Care until: 5:45 p.m.

Grades: Pre-K-3 (ages 3-9)

For Pre-K to 3rd graders, this program offers music, theater, puppetry, and visual arts along with homework help and snacks. Care runs until 5:45 p.m., with flexible enrollment from one to five days per week.

Kids on 12th

204 South 12th St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: McCall, Greenfield, Independence Charter School, Folk Arts Cultural Treasures, Coppin, Russell Byers

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-5

At 204 South 12th St., this K–5 program offers school pickup, homework help, snacks, sports, arts and crafts, reading, and swimming. Kids can join the Junior Teacher Program and earn rewards like a year-end sleepover. 

Makom

2401 Washington Ave., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Greenfield, Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy, Stanton, The Philadelphia School, Independence Charter School, Fanny Jackson Coppin School, Childs Elementary, Meredith, McCall, Nebinger

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: Pre-K-7

Offering flexible, engaging Jewish enrichment for Pre-K to 7th graders at 2401 Washington Ave. Kids can choose 2–5 days a week filled with hands-on learning and fun, plus lively Friday Shabbat celebrations.

Beacon Center

2125 Chestnut St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Greenfield

Care until: 6 pm

Grades: K-1 (ages 5-6)

This popular Philly preschool also has an after school program for younger kids, with story times, art, homework help, trips to local parks and libraries, and more.

Christian Street YMCA

1724 Christian St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Arthur Elementary School, E.M. Stanton Elementary School, Abigail Vare, Independence Charter, Smith Elementary School, Universal Charter School, Christopher Columbus Charter School, George Washington, Philadelphia Free School (Transportation subject to enrollment and availability; routes require 5+ students.)

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-6 (ages 5-12)

Children receive homework help, plus recreational and enrichment activities that promote physical fitness, social skills, and creative learning in a supportive environment. The program also offers full-day care on school holidays and early dismissal days.

Parent Infant Center

4205 Spruce St., Philadelphia

Pickup from: Van transportation from Samuel Powel School (limited space); teachers walk with children from Lea School and Penn Alexander School

Grades: K-4

Care until: 6 p.m.

This K–4 program offers van pickup from Samuel Powel School and teacher walks from Lea and Penn Alexander. Kids get homework help, outdoor play, and daily clubs like cooking, sports, and arts & crafts.

PlayArts

1241 N. Front St., Philadelphia

Located at: Adaire, Hackett, Moffett

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-5

PlayArts serves Pre-K through 5th graders with daily outdoor play, homework help, and weekly arts classes in theater, dance, music, visual arts, and poetry. Kids also participate in performances they create together.

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

8480 Hagy’s Mill Road, Philadelphia

Pickup from: Van transportation from select Northwest Philly schools (call for details)

Care until: 6 p.m.

Grades: K-5

The Schuylkill Center’s Wild Wanderers program offers nature-based after-school care with hikes, group activities, free play, and outdoor exploration. Kids connect with 365 acres of forest, streams, and ponds in a safe, supportive environment with a low staff-to-student ratio.

City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Rec Centers

Many city recreation centers offer affordable after-school programs with neighborhood pickup. These popular programs begin enrolling in the summer and fill up fast, so be sure to check early if you’re interested.

After School Programs in Philadelphia with School Pickup for 2025–2026

These after-school programs across Philadelphia provide enriching, engaging, and convenient options for families seeking quality care beyond the school day. Whether your child loves the arts, nature, movement, or academics, there’s a program to fit their interests and schedule. Be sure to explore these options early to secure your spot for the 2025–26 school year and give your child a safe, fun, and inspiring place to grow after school.