After
Monday through Friday
3:05-4:30 PM
Grade K-6
After Owls, runs every school day from 3:05 - 4:30 PM, serving students in Kindergarten through Grade 6.​ Led by talented coaches, charismatic actors, brilliant artists, dancers, and supportive teachers, these programmatic workshops foster friendships within a grade level, beyond the students’ homeroom classmates. Snack is provided daily, directly after school. ​
PLEASE NOTE:
After Owls activities require an additional fee, which is added to the base, daily cost listed on the fee page. The corresponding activity fees are denoted within the listings of the program catalog below.
OWLS
PROGRAM CATALOG: TRIMESTER 2
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MONDAYS
Funhouse
Mondays
Grades K-2
This daily program offers free-choice activities in a nurturing, creative and engaging environment. Everyday choices will include guided art activities, games, block-building and outdoor play. Funhouse helps to foster friendships within and outside of your child’s homeroom.
Homework Club
Mondays
Grades 3-6
Students can jump-start their homework in a comfortable, focused setting. Students may also enjoy independent reading time or other quiet academic practices. This program will provide students with the structure they need to complete their assignments alongside guidance from a teacher. Beyond the academic focus time, students will have opportunities for movement breaks outside of the Homework Club classroom to allow them to unwind from their school day alongside this group of peers.
Splat Jr with SplatLab
Mondays
Grades K-2
Fee $440
Splat Lab is a STEAM-inspired enrichment class that strives to support kids' creative and intellectual needs. Our classes are super playful! Each session starts with a Splat Welcome circle followed by 4 open activity stations such as making slime, monster puppets, ooze, and cup castles. In each workshop we rotate stations, so students get to try everything. We end with a closing Splat circle and give shine and shout-outs to our fellow Splat Kids.
Junior Owlympians with Coach Luis
Mondays
Grades K-1
Fee $400
After Owls Olympians! Join Coach Luis for an after-school field day with thrilling team activities, classic favorites like relays, and creative obstacle courses. Coordination, confidence-building, and movement development are the foundation of this non-stop fun program. Enjoy multiple indoor and outdoor sports, individual and team competitions, and fun, age-appropriate equipment. This exhilarating gameplay encourages students to learn valuable skills through friendly and fascinating play. Students should have proper attire to play outside for most sessions.
Dazzling Designers by Four Corners Creative
Mondays
Grades K-2
Fee $440
Fashion is an important form of self-expression and creativity for children, even at an early age. This class will focus on learning about textiles, styles, patterns, basic design skills, and hand sewing. We will work on crafts together throughout the course and begin to develop our sense of style and confidence. We will present what we have been working on at the end of the semester with a "fashion show" for our parents and caregivers.
Comic Book Creations with Nicole
Mondays
Grades 2-5
Fee $350
Attention, comic book enthusiasts! Join us on a creative journey in our Comic Book Creations class. Unleash your imagination as you design extraordinary characters and create not just comic books, but also posters, card games, a board game, and even custom t-shirts. Together, we will bring your characters and stories to life on the page. Let the adventures begin!
Basketball with BSNY
Mondays
Grades 2-4
Fee $400
Basketball Stars of New York offers exceptional basketball instruction from supportive and motivating coaches. Improve your skills and play with precision while taking part in weekly games. The program is thoughtfully designed to teach you the fundamentals of shooting, defending, rebounding, and being an engaged team member, all within a framework of supportive and joyful sportsmanship. Don’t miss the opportunity to become the next Basketball Star of New York!
Cooking with Dante and Milena
Mondays
Grades 2-4
Fee $350
Join our dynamic culinary duo, Dante and Milena, as they lead engaging cooking classes for children. Each week, they will provide a planned lesson featuring delicious recipes such as pizza, brownies, and grilled cheese. Students will have the opportunity to influence the program by suggesting recipes for the following week. Each week students will learn essential cooking techniques and skills, including chopping, sautéing, and baking. Once their creations are complete, there will be time to enjoy the dishes in class or share them with parents and caregivers upon pick-up.
TUESDAYS
Funhouse
Tuesdays
Grades K-2
This daily program offers free-choice activities in a nurturing, creative and engaging environment. Everyday choices will include guided art activities, games, block-building and outdoor play. Funhouse helps to foster friendships within and outside of your child’s homeroom.
Homework Club
Tuesdays
Grades 3-4
Students can jump-start their homework in a comfortable, focused setting. Students may also enjoy independent reading time or other quiet academic practices. This program will provide students with the structure they need to complete their assignments alongside guidance from a teacher. Beyond the academic focus time, students will have opportunities for movement breaks outside of the Homework Club classroom to allow them to unwind from their school day alongside this group of peers.
Middle School Study Hall
Tuesdays
Grades 5-6
Middle school students can begin homework in a relaxed, focused space with an experienced middle school educator. This program provides a structured setting where students review their planners, complete their assignments, and prepare for upcoming projects. Alongside study time, students will have breaks for movement in other areas, allowing them to unwind and connect with friends after the school day.
Art Studio: Super Crafty with Nicole
Tuesdays
Grades K-2
Fee $400
In this fantastical hands-on arts and crafts class, students will make 2D and 3D projects using a variety of materials. We will use pencils, crayons, oil pastels, tempera paints, glue, construction paper, cardboard, feathers, craft sticks, and watercolors to name some materials. Students will create collages, puppets, castles, games, masks, mandalas, paintings, and other amazing original creations.
Jr. Smashers with Coach Luis
Tuesdays
Grades K-1
Fee $440
Get ready to swing, strike, and smash! Jr. Smashers is a dynamic sports class for kids where they’ll develop coordination, strength, and confidence through fun games and activities. Whether it’s learning to hit a ball, swing a racquet, or perfect their form, this class is all about movement, teamwork, and having a blast. Perfect for little athletes looking to explore sports like baseball, tennis, and more!
Hogwarts School with Child's Play NY
Tuesdays
Grades 3-5
Fee $440
Join us as we use the “magic” of theater to explore this Wizarding World. Using the Harry Potter series as a springboard, we will generate original stories and rehearse scripted scenes from the films. Students will get to hone their writing and improv skills as they create plays based on their favorite iconic characters or imagine new ones in this magical world. In addition to the acting work, we’ll play games of Quidditch, create spell books, and compete for the House Cup. Jump on your Firebolt and let’s play! The class culminates in a showcase for families.
Friends Rock
Tuesdays
Grade 2-4
Fee $400
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a rockstar? This is your golden opportunity to unleash your inner rock 'n' roll hero and take center stage! In this program, children will dive headfirst into the world of electric guitars, bass guitars, and drums, just like a true rock band. They will gain a profound understanding of these instruments and sharpen their musical skills to perfection.
Soccer with Coach Warren
Tuesdays
Grade 2-4
Fee $440
Join Coach Warren of Friends' varsity soccer team as he guides junior players in the sport of soccer. This program will emphasize individual skills, fitness, and sportsmanship while offering children opportunities to be challenged through fun games and teamwork. Students should have proper attire to play outside for most sessions.
WEDNESDAYS
Funhouse
Wednesdays
Grades K-2
This daily program offers free-choice activities in a nurturing, creative, engaging environment. Everyday choices include guided art activities, games, block-building, and outdoor play. Funhouse helps to foster friendships within and outside of your child’s homeroom.
Homework Club
Wednesdays
Grades 3-6
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Students can jump-start their homework in a comfortable, focused setting. Students may also enjoy independent reading time or other quiet academic practices. This program will provide students with the structure they need to complete their assignments alongside guidance from a teacher. Beyond the academic focus time, students will have opportunities for movement breaks outside of the Homework Club classroom to allow them to unwind from their school day alongside this group of peers.
Splat with Splat Lab
Wednesdays
Grades 1-3
Fee $520
Splat Lab is a STEAM-inspired enrichment class that strives to support kids' creative and intellectual needs. Our classes are super playful! Each session starts with a Splat Welcome circle followed by 4 open activity stations such as making slime, monster puppets, ooze, and cup castles. In each workshop we rotate stations, so students get to try everything. We end with a closing Splat circle and give shine and shout-outs to our fellow Splat Kids.
Blading with Matt
Wednesdays
Grades 1-3
Fee $110
Rollerblading is one of the safest sports around and a proven thorough workout. Children have the opportunity to join the blading craze by learning the moves from an inline pro! Basic skating instruction will include striding, turning, stopping, crossovers, and more. Group games ensue with exhilarating cheers echoing through the gym. (Individual skates, pads, and helmets required.)
Multi-Sport Games with Coach Luis
Wednesdays
Grades 3-5
Fee $480
This program brings students together through a variety of athletic and team-building activities. Innovative athletics will serve as the foundation of this creative sports class. Participants will enjoy numerous indoor and outdoor sports, as well as individual and team competitions, featuring exciting equipment. This engaging gameplay fosters valuable sports and life skills while promoting enjoyable and friendly competition among children. Students should have proper attire to play outside for most sessions.
Chess at Three
Wednesdays
Grades K-1
Fee $440
Chess at Three is the authority in early childhood chess education. We tell stories that transform chess pieces into a memorable cast of quirky characters that help children understand and play chess. Every lesson is based on a story that introduces children to the fundamentals of chess from piece mechanics, to basic strategy, all the way through the endgame and checkmate. Every lesson has a fun story that introduces children to important themes that go far beyond chess. Chess at Three students learn about sportsmanship, grit, and math, all through stories.
Friends Rock Jr.
Wednesdays
Grades K-2
Fee $440
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a rockstar? This is your golden opportunity to unleash your inner rock 'n' roll hero and take center stage! In this program, children will dive headfirst into the world of electric guitars, bass guitars, and drums, just like a true rock band. They will gain a profound understanding of these instruments and sharpen their musical skills to perfection.
Robot Builders by Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Wednesdays
Grades K-2
Fee $540
Students will surely enjoy the fun of STEAM learning as they build their own whimsical robots and bring them home each week! Classes begin with a lesson on circuits and their components of the week. Then the students will get to work building their robots with step-by-step instructions from the teachers. Each student’s creativity will bring their robots to life, as they decorate and customize their robotic creatures.
Special Effects Movie Making by CinemaKidz
Wednesdays
Grades 3-5
Fee $540
Become a special effects pro with CinemaKidz! Learn how to create amazing visual effects, awesome make-up looks, prosthetics, props, and costumes to use in an original sci-fi, fantasy, or adventure film. Kids try their hand at various special effects techniques: building prosthetics and masks, combining claymation and live-action videos, experimenting with the potential of green screens, practicing camera tricks, utilizing stock videos, video filters, and much more! Participants will learn how to make movies from start to finish as they plan, write, film, and edit one awesome SFX-inspired project, utilizing professional software for post-production.
THURSDAYS
Funhouse
Thursdays
Grades K-2
This daily program offers free-choice activities in a nurturing, creative, engaging environment. Everyday choices include guided art activities, games, block-building, and outdoor play. Funhouse helps to foster friendships within and outside of your child’s homeroom.
Homework Club
Thursdays
Grades 3-4
Students can jump-start their homework in a comfortable, focused setting. Students may also enjoy independent reading time or other quiet academic practices. This program will provide students with the structure they need to complete their assignments alongside guidance from a teacher. Beyond the academic focus time, students will have opportunities for movement breaks outside of the Homework Club classroom to allow them to unwind from their school day alongside this group of peers.
Middle School Study Hall
Thursdays
Grades 5-6
Middle school students can begin homework in a relaxed, focused space with an experienced middle school educator. This program provides a structured setting where students review their planners, complete their assignments, and prepare for upcoming projects. Alongside study time, students will have breaks for movement in other areas, allowing them to unwind and connect with friends after the school day.
SMC (Sports Meets Chess) with Coach Luis
Thursdays
Grades K-2
Fee $480
Discover the captivating realm of S.M.C. (Sports Meets Chess), a specially crafted program tailored for young minds. S.M.C seamlessly integrates the excitement of physical activities with the intellectual challenges of chess. This innovative approach is designed to cultivate confidence, physical fitness, sportsmanship, and strategic thinking within a lively and enjoyable setting. Immerse your child in an adventure that encourages creativity, perseverance, and a genuine passion for sports and chess.
Robot Inventors by Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Thursdays
Grades 3-5
Fee $540
As patience and fine motor skills continue to grow, we introduce a more challenging version of our signature robot-building classes for older students. The robots get more complicated and the opportunity for creativity becomes even greater. Experienced Inventors are encouraged to experiment and customize their robotic creatures before taking them home each week!
Ceramics Studio with Nicole
Thursdays
Grades 2-5
Fee $450
This ceramics and pottery program will truly be hands-on! The calming and nourishing experience of working with clay will show up in the cozy atmosphere of the art studio and the beautiful creations made. What a relaxing and engaging way to end the school day. Students will experience working with clay, glaze, carving and styling tools, firing, and kiln use. We look forward to seeing what amazing ceramics you make (and of course, take home)!
LEGO Engineering: Building North America with iCamp
Thursdays
Grades K-1
Fee $540
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Immerse yourself in a hands-on exploration of iconic landmarks and engineering marvels across North America with our LEGO Classics Engineering program. Designed for young builders, this dynamic course invites participants to embark on a creative journey as they recreate famous structures such as the Statue of Liberty, Golden Gate Bridge, CN Tower, and more using LEGO bricks. Guided by experienced instructors, students will learn about the architectural principles and engineering techniques behind each landmark while honing their problem-solving skills and spatial reasoning abilities. LEGO Classics Engineering offers an engaging platform for young minds to unleash their imagination and discover North American architecture's rich history and innovation. Join us as we build, explore, and celebrate the wonders of engineering.
Weird Science by CinemaKidz
Thursdays
Grades K-2
Fee $540
Put on your lab coats and secure your goggles- it's time for some wacky science with CinemaKidz! From mixing magic potions or making a slime monster come to life with stop motion, to building bottle rockets and tin foil boats- anything is possible in Weird Science Television! Working together in lab teams, kids will learn, demonstrate, and show others how to make mind-blowing experiments for their kid-run science show. Using their science skills, these creative kids will create their own Bill Nye-inspired TV show!
Flag Football with BSNY
Thursdays
Grades 3-5
Fee $500
Flag football teaches young and upcoming football players the necessary skills to advance to the next level. Players will be taught catching, throwing, flag-pulling along with offensive and defensive fundamentals. The program's curriculum is designed around player development. Players learn proper technique in a fun, safe, and high-energy environment. Students should have proper attire to play outside for most sessions.
FRIDAYS
Funhouse
Fridays
Grades K-2
This daily program offers free-choice activities in a nurturing, creative, engaging environment. Everyday choices include guided art activities, games, block-building, and outdoor play. Funhouse helps to foster friendships within and outside of your child’s homeroom.
Homework Club
Fridays
Grades 3-6
Students can jump-start their homework in a comfortable, focused setting. Students may also enjoy independent reading time or other quiet academic practices. This program will provide students with the structure they need to complete their assignments alongside guidance from a teacher. Beyond the academic focus time, students will have opportunities for movement breaks outside of the Homework Club classroom to allow them to unwind from their school day alongside this group of peers.
Make a Musical: Frozen Adventures by Child's Play NY
Fridays
Grades K-2
Fee $480
Students will bravely go “Into the Unknown” in this musical theater class that will have them singing and dancing their way into winter! Drawing inspiration from the original Snow Queen fairy tale as well as the popular “Frozen” films, kids will generate their own original story. Theater games and improvs will have them racing reindeer, getting lost (and found!) in the woods, building snowmen, and belting out loud to unite the kingdoms! Their story and songs will be presented in a showcase on the last day of class.
Cinema Kitchen Jr. with CinemaKidz
Fridays
Grade K-2
Fee $540
Come play with your food at the CinemaKidz cooking show. Kids design the look and feel of the show, make an apron for the series, and work in the test kitchen experimenting with various recipes to feature in each episode: from yummy favorites like vegetarian sushi to experimenting with molecular gastronomy. Participants will get to cook, act, direct, film, and edit several episodes in this hands-on engaging class, and finish the course with several episodes made and an original kid-made show!
Chess at Three
Fridays
Grades 2-4
Fee $440
Chess at Three is the go-to program for introducing chess to kids in grades 2-4! We turn chess pieces into fun and quirky characters, making it easy for children to learn the game through engaging stories. Each lesson covers everything from piece movement to basic strategies, all while incorporating important themes that extend beyond chess, like teamwork, resilience, and critical thinking. Our students not only become skilled chess players but also develop valuable life skills, all through the power of storytelling. Join us for a fun and educational adventure in chess!
Flag Football with BSNY
Fridays
Grade K-2
Fee $500
Flag football teaches young and upcoming football players the necessary skills to advance to the next level. Players will be taught catching, throwing, flag-pulling along with offensive and defensive fundamentals. The program's curriculum is designed around player development. Players learn proper technique in a fun, safe, and high-energy environment. Students should have proper attire to play outside for most sessions.
Adventures in Animation with CinemaKidz
Fridays
Grades 3-5
Fee $540
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Explore the wide world of stop-motion animation with CinemaKidz! Children utilize a variety of materials to build props, characters, and fantastical mini-movie sets to feature in original stop-motion animation films. Experiment with combining live action with animation, as well as effects like drawing on each frame, and utilizing green screens and stock footage. Children learn to create their sounds and special effects to add to their shorts as they work in post-production finishing their animated shorts. Kids will explore various stop-motion and digital animation techniques, and create a variety of both 2D as well as 3D projects.