📅 Start Dates
Preschool 3: Extended Day begins Tuesday, September 3, giving students time to acclimate to their classroom, teachers, and peers.
• Before Care: 8:00–8:45 am
• After Care: 3:00–6:00 pm

Preschool 4 – 8th Grade: Extended Day begins Wednesday, August 20, the first day of school.
• Preschool 4: 8:00–8:45 am (Before Care) | 3:00–6:00 pm (After Care)
• Kindergarten–8th Grade: 7:30–8:00 am (Before Care) | 3:15–6:00 pm (After Care)

• Preschool 3 Extended Day will start on September 2. 8:00–8:45 am (Before Care) | 3:00–6:00 pm (After Care)

Specialty Classes begin on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

 🎻 Private Music Lesson Support (August 20–September 6)

Looking to sign your child up for private music lessons this fall? From August 20 through September 6, our wonderful SFS music faculty, James and Sofia, will be available to help families get matched with available instructors. Whether your child is just getting started or continuing with lessons, they’ll work with you to find the right fit based on your child’s interests and instrument preferences. This support helps ensure a smooth start to the year and builds a strong foundation for long-term musical growth and enjoyment.

Preschool Extended Day
Preschoolers expand their social horizons in a warm, play-based environment. Activities include indoor/outdoor free play, STEAM projects, art, games, and time with middle school buddies. A late afternoon snack is provided.

🎨 Elementary (K–5th Grade)
After school, students enjoy:
• Snack & outdoor play
• Student-choice activities (crafts, games, sports, gardening, themed activities)
• Homework support
• Specialty classes (30–60 min) & private music lessons (30-60 min)
• Wrap-around care until 6:00 pm available for an additional fee

Extended Day Daily Schedule:
3:15–3:45 pm: Snack, group huddle, outdoor play
3:45–4:45 pm: Activities, specialty classes, homework, or lessons
5:00–6:00 pm: Free choice time or quiet indoor play

✨ Middle School (6th–8th Grade)

Specialty classes Available: Sustainable Fashion Making with SCRAP, CPR & Babysitting, & Cooking Skills

CIT Program: The San Francisco School’s Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program empowers middle schoolers to grow as leaders while supporting younger students in joyful, hands-on activities. CITs assist with enrichment clubs, build skills in communication and responsibility, and explore what it means to lead with heart and purpose.

Weekly Highlights for CIT’s:
Mon – Open Play • Tue – Craft Club • Wed – Pokémon Club • Thu – Basketball Club • Fri – Leadership Lab

Study Hall: Registered students will have a quiet, structured hour dedicated to completing homework, studying, or reading. Consistent staff will be available to support academic needs and encourage good study habits.

🌱🌍 Impact Explorers: A Monthly Service-Learning Journey (Fridays) 

*Will launch in September*

Students in grades 6–8 come together after school for hands‑on, mission‑driven projects that connect, empower, and uplift our local community. Each month, participants will explore a new theme, from environmental care to social justice, working in teams to design, execute, and reflect on a meaningful service activity. By building empathy, leadership, and civic awareness, this after‑school program extends SFS’s mission of equity, sustainability, and humanitarian engagement into real-world action.

💰 Rates & Registration
Rates depend on frequency (drop-in or 1–5 days/week). The fall semester includes 15 weeks.

🎵Music Lesson Rates

Music lessons will only be available to purchase in 5 class packs. Repurchase packs as needed throughout the Semester. Fall Semester is 14 weeks and Spring Semester is 20 weeks. 

Payment options:
• Pay in full with a 3% discount
• Installments (Aug–Dec)

⭐ Please indicate your child’s consistent days at registration so we can staff appropriately ⭐

📌 If your child is on campus after 3:30 pm, they must be enrolled in aftercare, a specialty class, or both. Specialty classes and music lessons are not included in general childcare pricing and require an additional fee.

🎓 Indexed Tuition
Families who qualify for Indexed Tuition may apply it toward childcare, specialty classes, private music lessons, tutoring, and camps. Reach out to me, Nina Palada, at [email protected] for a code.

If you have any questions or want help figuring out what works best for your child, feel free to reach out. I’m looking forward to an exciting, joyful Fall together!

Warmly,
Nina Palada
Director of Auxiliary Programs
[email protected]

I didn’t sign up, but my child needs aftercare. Are daily drop-ins permitted?
Yes! Drop-ins are welcome on a space-available basis. You must register by 10:00 am the day of care and complete payment in the registration portal—this helps us ensure proper staffing and snack for everyone. 

Want to be prepared? You can purchase a 5-pack of drop-ins in advance. If registering after lunch for same-day care, please also email [email protected] to give us a heads-up.

What does my child do in Extended Day on a regular day (no specialty class)?
After snack at 3:30 and some outdoor time, students can choose from activities like art, building, games, movement, and daily craft projects. Clubs and structured activities (such as Craft Club, Pokémon Club, and Basketball Club) run from 3:45–4:45 pm. Quiet reading and homework support are also available. Our program is play-based and student-choice centered, with occasional themed days around holidays or cultural celebrations.

Can my middle school student be in Extended Day?
Yes! We have specialty classes, private music lessons, and the MS CONNECT program for grades 6–8. MS CONNECT blends off-campus volunteering with on-campus leadership opportunities, giving students the chance to lead activities for younger students, support homework, and build cross-grade connections.
 

We also offer the CIT (Counselor-in-Training) program, where middle schoolers help run clubs like Pokémon, Basketball, and Crafts. It’s a great way to gain leadership skills while having fun after school.

Is there a study hall in Extended Day?
Yes! Study Hall is available for students in grades 4–8, Monday–Thursday from 3:45–5:00 pm. It offers a quiet, structured space for homework, reading, or studying, with the same instructor each day for consistency. Students grab a snack at 3:30 before heading to Study Hall. Care is included until 6:00 pm for those who need it. There is no Study Hall on Fridays.

Will there be refunds?
Unfortunately, we do not offer refunds for Extended Day once enrolled. Please consider your schedule carefully before signing up. We are not able to give refunds if you later sign up for an additional specialty class or if your child is absent due to illness.

What happens if my child is signed up for Extended Day but goes home sick?
If your student is sick, we cannot offer refunds or credits. We staff our programs based on enrollment, so all absences, including illness, are considered part of the regular attendance risk.

What happens if I leave my child in Extended Day but haven’t prepaid?
If your child attends Extended Day without being pre-registered, your account will be automatically billed for drop-in care (morning or afternoon). To avoid unexpected charges, please register in advance.

Can you register my child for me?
Unfortunately, no. Only parenting adults may register their children for Extended Day or specialty classes. Even with your consent, staff cannot complete this process on your behalf.

Will there be music classes?
Yes! Private music lessons for flute, clarinet, saxophone, violin, and cello are available. Lessons culminate in recitals in December and May.

What happens when my child’s specialty class ends?
Students in specialty classes should be picked up right when class ends unless they are enrolled in aftercare. Wrap-around care can be added at registration for an additional fee, allowing pickup until 6:00 pm.

Can my student use their cellphone in Extended Day?
Just like during the school day, student phones are stored at the front desk during Extended Day. If they need to reach you, staff will help them make a call.