Before School

A Calm, Connected Start to the School Day

SHED Children’s Campus offers Reggio Emilia-inspired before-school programs for children in Kindergarten through Fifth Grade, located directly within all Andover elementary schools.

Before-school care follows the Andover Public School Calendar and is designed to give children a quiet, relaxed, and supportive start to their day, grounded in connection, curiosity, and choice.

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Registration & Scheduling Options

Tuition is billed in 10 equal monthly payments during the school year.

30-day notice needed for all scheduling adjustments 

There is a $75 registration fee

Days per Week Monthly Tuition
5 Days
$283
4 Days
$238
3 Days
$191
2 Days
$136
1 Day
$71
Additional SHED Rates Time Student Rate Drop-in Day Rates
AM Drop-in
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$25
$35
Afternoon at SHED Drop-in
3:30 PM – 6 PM
$34
$45
APS Early Release
12 PM – 3:30 PM
$34
$45
APS Early Release
12 PM – 6 PM
$68
$80
Vacation Days
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$90
$110
In Service Days
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$90
$110
Snow Day
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
$90
$110
Before School

What Mornings with SHED Look Like

Before-school time is intentionally unhurried. Children arrive, settle in, and engage at their own pace in an environment that feels welcoming and familiar.

Children enjoy:

  • Time connecting with friends and SHED educators
  • Planned, flexible curriculum guided by SHED educators
  • Open exploration and play, including:
    • Art and creative materials
    • Building and construction
    • Reading and quiet games
    • Gym time and movement
    • Outdoor time when weather allows

Program Details

  • Ages: Kindergarten - Grade 5
  • Location: At the Andover elementary school your child attends
  • Schedule: Before school, following the Andover public School Calendar
  • Philosophy: Reggio Emilia-inspired, child-centered, relationship-driven

Who This Program Is For

This program is ideal for families looking for:

  • Reliable before-school care aligned with the school calendar
  • A calm alternative to rushed mornings
  • A nurturing, consistent environment led by experienced educators
  • A values-aligned extension of the SHED philosophy into the elementary years

Breakfast & Morning Transition

  • Children may bring breakfast from home if they wish
  • Breakfast is also provided at each school during before-school time
  • At 8:45 AM, children may join friends outside on the school playgrounds, supporting a smooth and familiar transition into the school day

Meet Our Before-School Educators

The team that sets the tone for a calm and confident start to each day

Our before-school educators create a welcoming environment where children feel settled, supported, and ready to transition into the school day ahead. With a balance of gentle structure and flexibility, they offer quiet activities, connection, and consistency that help children ease into their morning, build independence, and start their day feeling grounded and cared for.

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Register your child to join us for before-school and start each day with a calm, supportive routine.

Parent Experience

What our parents are saying about their experience at SHED Children's Campus
5/5

I cannot speak highly enough of SHED

The overall culture of the staff and administration fosters an amazing (and rare) sense of independence, curiosity, creativity, community, and kindness. So grateful to have a program like this in Andover - I wouldn't leave my girls anywhere else!

5/5

I am very happy with SHED/Kids club.​

Our kids use the bus to go from school to SHED. They are able to choose the activity they would like to do in the afternoon and they love it. The management goes above and beyond to help. We have had a wonderful experience at SHED

5/5

Our son loves SHED and so do we.​

The clinic offers top-notch services and a welcoming atmosphere. The doctor took the time to explain everything in detail and offered practical solutions to improve my health naturally. My only suggestion would be to reduce wait times, but overall, it was an excellent experience.

5/5

My daughter absolutely loves spending time at SHED.​

The people who take care of the kids are amazing. The activities are endless, and the rest of the staff are very welcoming and helpful.

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Discover Mornings with SHED for Yourself

Rooted in curiosity, community, and creativity, Monarch is where children grow into confident, joyful learners.
Schedule a campus tour today and see what joyful, curious, and child-led learning looks like.