Explore After-School Programs

in Acton

Our after-school programs in Acton help children and teens (ages 3–18) find a safe, playful place to be seen, build skills, and discover who they want to become.

Browse below, then register for the right fit.

Ready, Set, Reinvent — Slow & Steady (Caregiver + Child, Ages 3–5)

Story + craft time to ease into community

A gentle caregiver-and-child program that builds comfort with groups through read-alouds and guided crafts. Kids explore feelings, routines, and friendship while caregivers learn simple ways to support at home. Warm, calm, and developmentally right.


Highlights:

  • Caregiver + child together time

  • Read-alouds + guided crafts

  • Early SEL: feelings & friendship

  • Calm, predictable structure

  • Small, nurturing groups


    Schedule: Day/Time TBD · 6 weeks
    Explore Little Ones → /programs/little-ones/ready-set-reinvent-slow-and-steady

H3: Ready, Set, Reinvent — Now I’m Ready (Ages 3–5)

H4: Stories, skills, and supported play
Description: Kids listen to a story, practice simple skills, and complete crafts with facilitator support. Light games help children connect and build confidence, creating a joyful first community experience.
Highlights:

  • Story time + maker moments

  • Facilitator-supported crafts

  • Social/play skills practice

  • Gentle games to connect

  • Confidence + belonging
    Sample schedule: Day/Time TBD · 6 weeks
    CTA: Explore Little Ones → /programs/little-ones/ready-set-reinvent-now-im-ready
    Primary keyword: preschool programs Acton MA
    Secondary: story and craft class; early childhood enrichment
    ALT text: preschoolers listening to a story then crafting

H3: Planting Seeds (Kindergarten)

H4: Confidence, curiosity, connection
Description: A playful hour for our youngest learners to explore ideas, practice social skills, and move their bodies. Stories, hands-on activities, and movement build empathy, teamwork, and problem-solving—gently, joyfully.
Highlights:

  • Social skills + routines

  • Stories + movement

  • Hands-on exploration

  • Empathy + teamwork

  • Calm, caring facilitation
    Sample schedule: Tuesdays 12:30–1:30 PM
    CTA: See Kindergarten Programs → /programs/kindergarten/planting-seeds
    Primary keyword: kindergarten enrichment Acton
    Secondary: early learning activities; after-school kindergarten program
    ALT text: kindergarteners smiling during a movement and craft activity