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Before and after school drop-in

A simple, flexible option when you need it most

Need a little extra flexibility in your week? SHED offers drop-in care for our Before and After School programs to support changing schedules and busy families.

Children join us on an as-needed basis, whether it’s an early morning or an afternoon on campus, stepping into the same calm, engaging environment alongside familiar educators and peers.

Grades
Kindergarten to Grade 5
Before school
7:30 AM to 9 AM
After school
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Registration
Pre-register once, $75 fee
Booking
Advance notice required
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Two boys fishing at the edge of a pond, one holding up his rod with a smile
Drop-in rates

Plan your drop-in days

Pick the kind of day and how many you need, and we’ll show the cost. Drop-in days are charged per day, only when you use them.

Advance notice is required, and availability is based on staffing and program capacity.

01Type of day
02How many days
1
03A little about you
Your estimate
$45 total

    Based on SHED’s current published rates. Charged per day as you use it.

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    Registration and scheduling

    How drop-in works

    Children step into the same calm, engaging environment as our Before and After School programs, with access to our classrooms, outdoor spaces, and campus resources.

    1. Register once

      Children need to pre-register before signing up for drop-in days. There is a $75 registration fee.

      New student enrollment Returning student registration

    2. Book with notice

      Advance notice is required, and availability is based on staffing and program capacity.

      Questions? Contact us

    3. Drop in

      An early morning or an afternoon on campus, alongside familiar educators and peers.

      Before School After School
    Parent experience

    In their words

    What SHED families share in their Google reviews.

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    • The teachers are experts in child development.

      Our kids are so happy and feel at home there. The teachers are experts in child development and know and love our kids so deeply. We love how much time they spend outside and the way SHED’s program allows them to build confidence and resilience.

      Grace W.Google review

    • Not just academically, but in their confidence, creativity…

      From the moment we joined SHED, we were struck by the warmth and dedication of your educators and staff… Our child has gained so much during their time at SHED, not just academically, but in their confidence, creativity, and ability to connect with the world around them.

      Kathryn P.Google review

    • I wouldn’t leave my girls anywhere else.

      I cannot speak highly enough of this program. 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.

      Megan H.Google review

    • Teachers foster curiosity, imagination, confidence, and kindness.

      From the first time we toured we knew it’s a wonderful place where teachers foster curiosity, imagination, confidence, and kindness. They did just that for our kid and beyond.

      Catherine L.Google review

    • Friends that can last a lifetime.

      The teachers in the classrooms truly care about the children and making sure they have the best time possible. With an open classroom policy children are able to interact with children of other ages, classrooms and schools, creating an amazing sense of community and friends that can last a lifetime.

      Happy DadGoogle review

    • Our son loves SHED and so do we.

      They let kids explore their imaginations with enough room to roam the creative, expressive (and athletic) space.

      Nathaniel E.Google review

    • My daughter absolutely loves spending time at SHED.

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

      Ledja M.Google review

    • Fantastic experiences for us and the kiddos.

      We’ve sent two kids to various programs at SHED… All have been fantastic experiences for us and the kiddos.

      William S.Google review

    • Could not be happier with SHED.

      Amazing environment, teachers and staff.

      K. R.Google review

    • Great staff, awesome program.

      Jason F.Google review

    Discover SHED for yourself

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

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