Cadet Care - Before & After School Program
Fun with a purpose!
The Recreation Academy’s unique before and after care programs, known as "Cadet Care," are designed to foster students' learning and growth in a safe, supportive environment. Each program is thoughtfully crafted to meet the specific needs of your school community and is fully supported by our dedicated team, including an Area Manager, Site-Specific Coordinator, and skilled Instructors. This allows us to alleviate the burden on your administrative staff by seamlessly integrating within your school's existing framework.
Philosophy and Values: Our programs are built on a foundation of safety and supervision, ensuring that children can develop, learn, socialize, and have fun. We are committed to fostering inquiry, creativity, and achievement while promoting integrity, compassion, and respect. We believe in the dignity and worth of each individual and encourage children to make choices and actively explore their own environment. Our cooperative effort with families, staff, and children aims to maximize self-esteem, self-worth, self-respect, and self-control.
Core Values:
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Respect: We treat each individual with dignity and kindness, promoting an atmosphere of mutual respect.
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Courage: We encourage our participants to face challenges bravely and support them in stepping out of their comfort zones.
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Honor: We instill a sense of pride in one’s actions and teach the importance of honesty and integrity.
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Compassion: We nurture empathy and kindness, teaching children to be considerate and understanding towards others.
We hold our participants to high standards of behavior and participation. More about how we maintain these standards can be found on our website.
To learn more about the environment we create during our sessions, visit The Cadet Program page
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Partnering with Local Organizations:
We collaborate with local hosts to provide our programs, saving school administrative staff time and effort.
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Registration Management:
We manage sign-ups through our website, handle recurring payments, refunds, and communicate with parents seamlessly.
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Expert Facilitation and Engagement:
Experienced, background-checked staff facilitate programs, maintaining a 1:15 staff-to-participant ratio. Activities change every 30-60 minutes and are discussed to enhance educational value.
How it works
Program Registration Options Include:
Before Care Only
Perfect for schools that start after 8am. This program is a great way to start the day!
Ages 5 - 14
Before Care Only
Customer Options
*Before Care sessions typically start 90 minutes prior to the start of classes.
*Parents are allowed to decide how many days per week they need coverage and what days in particular they'd like to use our services.
3 Days Per Week
4 Days per week
5 Days per week
Both Before & After Care
We've got something for everyone! Join us before & After to get the best of both worlds and a discount.
Ages 5 - 14
Before & After Care
Customer Options
*Combine Before & After Care sessions for a significantly reduced hourly price point.
*Parents are allowed to decide days of the week and get discounts on day off / early dismissal programs hosted at their school (If available.)
3 Days Per Week
4 Days per week
5 Days per week
After Care Only
Let us keep participants engaged and learning from the end of school until 6pm!
Ages 5 - 14
After Care Only
Customer Options
*After Care sessions usually last for 3 hours following the end of the school day.
*Parents are allowed to decide how many days per week they need coverage and what days in particular they'd like to use our services.
3 Days Per Week
4 Days per week
5 Days per week
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Typical Daily Outline
Monday - Friday
Activities
6:30 - 6:45 AM
6:45 - 7:00 AM
7:00 - 7:30 AM
BEFORE CARE
7:30 - 8:00 AM
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Arrival & Attendance
Coloring / Games
Movement Based Game #1
Movement Based Game #2
Free Play / Homework
3:00 - 3:15 PM
3:15 - 4:00 PM
4:00 - 4:30 PM
AFTER CARE
4:30 - 5:00 PM
5:00 - 5:30 PM
5:30 - 6:00 PM
Arrival & Attendance
Snack & Free Play
Movement Based Game #1
Movement Based Game #2
Movement Based Game #3
Free Play / Homework
Enrollment Process
We have two enrollment windows during which parents can register their children for before, after, or combined childcare services. These enrollment deadlines are set well in advance in collaboration with school administrators but typically happen at the beginning of the school year and right before winter break. Once an enrollment period ends, we review all applications to determine participant eligibility and ensure we have the necessary staff to maintain a 1:15 ratio. Priority placement is given to participants registered for longer durations, especially if we have limited space or staff availability. Parents can sign up for 4-, 5-, or 9-month terms.
TERM 1 = [Aug, Sep, Nov, & Dec]
TERM 2 = [Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, & May]
*Please note: Services offered on this page are exclusively available to students who are officially registered and attending the school for the program you're signing up for.
Click here to review our terms of service now.
By registering your child to participate you are agreeing to all applicable terms and conditions found on our website.
2nd Term, Before & After, 3 days a week
300
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers before & after care for 3 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
2nd Term, Before & After, 4 days a week
345
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers before & after care for 4 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
2nd Term, Before & After, 5 days a week
375
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers before & after care for 5 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
Before & After Care Options
Find one that works for you
Click here to review our terms of service now.
By registering your child to participate you are agreeing to all applicable terms and conditions found on our website.
2nd Term, Afternoon Only, 3 days a week
200
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers after care for 3 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
2nd Term, Afternoon Only, 4 days a week
230
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers after care for 4 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
2nd Term, Afternoon Only, 5 days a week
250
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers after care for 5 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
After Care Options
Find one that works for you
Click here to review our terms of service now.
By registering your child to participate you are agreeing to all applicable terms and conditions found on our website.
2nd Term, Mornings Only, 3 days a week
160
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers before care for 3 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
2nd Term, Mornings Only, 4 days a week
180
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers before care for 4 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
2nd Term, Mornings Only, 5 days a week
200
Every month
+$25 Application Fee
This plan covers before care for 5 days per week, from Jan to May, and includes 5 monthly payments.
Valid for 5 months
Before Care Options
Find one that works for you