After School Program (Kindergarten through Sixth Grade)

The Child Care Center in Norwich After School Program serves children in kindergarten through 6th grade and is located in two classrooms at the Marion Cross Elementary School on Church Street in Norwich.  The program runs on the Norwich school calendar.    

The curriculum in the After School Program is designed to provide a balance in each child’s day.  After school, children need some free choice time to balance the structure of their school day.  They also need a balance between active and quiet activities.  School age children need an age appropriate balance between close supervision and independence.  

Teachers plan daily activities that are age-appropriate yet reflective of the individual needs, interests and developmental level of each child. Their afternoon will include opportunities for rigorous outdoor activity, a healthy snack, a quiet homework time and, as needed, support and supervision to attend after-school events.  As the year progresses the program will also include periodic large group projects.