After School Care in San Carlos

Safe, welcoming afternoons filled with homework support, healthy snacks, outdoor play, and enriching activities, so children thrive and parents have peace of mind.

Afternoons That Feel Like a Second Home

Precious Moments Preschool offers After School Care in San Carlos and welcomes families from San Carlos and surrounding communities.

When the school bell rings, the learning and fun continue at Precious Moments. Our After School Care gives children a safe, structured, and joyful place to spend their afternoons, with time to refuel, finish homework, play outside, and connect with friends, all under the watchful eyes of warm, experienced caregivers.

We know afternoons matter. Instead of screens and idle waiting, children enjoy a balanced mix of rest, responsibility, and recreation. Parents can finish the workday with confidence, knowing their child is happy, supported, and cared for until pickup.

What Our After School Afternoons Include

Homework & Learning Time

A quiet, supported time each afternoon helps children complete homework and reading with gentle guidance.

Healthy Afternoon Snacks

Nutritious snacks refuel growing bodies and minds after a busy school day, with vegetarian options available.

Outdoor Play & Recreation

Fresh air, active games, and free play help children release energy and build healthy, active habits.

Arts & Creative Projects

Crafts, drawing, and hands-on projects give children relaxing, joyful ways to create and express themselves.

STEM & Discovery Fun

Building challenges, puzzles, and simple experiments keep curious minds engaged after school hours.

Games & Social Time

Board games, group activities, and free choice time help friendships grow in a relaxed setting.

A Balanced Afternoon, Every Afternoon

Great after school care is more than supervision. Our afternoons follow a comforting rhythm: children arrive to friendly faces, refuel with a healthy snack, tackle homework with support nearby, then move into play, creativity, and connection. There is structure where children need it and freedom where they crave it.

Our caregivers know each child by name, notice how their day went, and give them space to unwind or dive into activities. By pickup time, homework is handled and children have played, created, and laughed, leaving evenings free for family time.

What Children Gain From After School Care

Study Habits

Consistent, supported homework time builds focus and responsible learning routines.

Responsibility

Managing belongings, tasks, and time each afternoon grows real-world independence.

Friendship

Daily social time helps children build and keep meaningful friendships.

Active Bodies

Outdoor play and movement balance the sitting hours of a school day.

Creativity

Art, projects, and open-ended play keep imaginations growing strong.

Confidence

Encouragement from caring adults helps children feel capable and valued.

Calm & Balance

A predictable routine with downtime helps children decompress after school.

How Our Afternoons Flow

Warm Arrival

Children are greeted by familiar faces and settle in comfortably.

Snack Time

A healthy snack restores energy after the school day.

Homework Time

Quiet, supported time for homework and reading tasks.

Outdoor Play

Fresh air and active games help children move and recharge.

Enrichment Activity

Art, STEM, or themed projects bring creativity to the afternoon.

Games & Free Choice

Children choose favorite games and activities with friends.

Wind-Down Time

Calm activities ease the transition toward home.

Family Pickup

We share the afternoon’s highlights at a warm goodbye.

Activities and schedules may vary.

Why San Carlos Families Choose Our After School Care

Caring Staff

Warm, experienced caregivers who understand each child’s afternoon needs.

Safe, Secure Setting

Clean, supervised indoor and outdoor spaces built for after school hours.

Homework Handled

Supported study time means less homework stress at home in the evening.

More Than Supervision

Enrichment, play, and connection make afternoons genuinely worthwhile.

Family Communication

We keep parents informed about their child’s afternoon and progress.

Convenient Sunnyvale Campus

Centrally located in San Carlos, serving local families with care and compassion.

Healthy Snacks for Busy Afternoons

A nutritious afternoon snack is provided to refuel children after their school day.

🌿 Vegetarian options are available for our vegetarian families.

Please discuss any allergies, restrictions, or dietary needs directly with our school team.

Precious Moments Preschool — San Carlos

Frequently Asked Questions About After School Care in San Carlos

1. What ages can join After School Care in San Carlos?

Our After School Care welcomes children after their school day. Contact us to confirm availability and the right group for your child’s age.

2. What do children do during After School Care?

Afternoons include a healthy snack, homework and learning support, outdoor play, creative projects, games, and calm wind-down time before pickup.

3. Is homework help provided?

Yes. Caring staff set aside a quiet, supported time each afternoon for children to complete homework and reading.

4. Are snacks included?

Yes, a healthy afternoon snack is provided, with vegetarian options available. Please share any allergies or dietary needs with our team.

5. What are the pickup hours?

We offer flexible afternoon pickup to fit working family schedules. Contact us for current program hours.

6. Do you offer care on school holidays or breaks?

Availability during school breaks varies. Reach out to our San Carlos team for current holiday and break schedules.

7. How can I enroll or schedule a tour?

Call (408) 387-9666 or use the Schedule a Tour button to visit our San Carlos campus and learn more.

Discover After School Care in San Carlos

Visit our San Carlos campus and see how safe, joyful afternoons give children more and give parents peace of mind.