For more information about enrollment, please contact:
Major Trudy Medina, Kids' Club
(617) 884-3836 | trudy.medina@use.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army | 258 Chestnut Street | Chelsea, MA 02150
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The Salvation Army Kids' Club
The Salvation Army's Kids' Club is a licensed after-school program in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care, we provide quality programming for children aged 5-12. School vacation and summer care is also available.
Our Kids' Club is a Christian-based program that provides youth with tools to build self-efficacy and self-esteem. Our staff value the importance of education, while promoting the benefits of physical activity, and giving children an opportunity to explore new ideas and interests.
Hours of Operation
- School Year | Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- School Breaks and Summer Vacation | Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Kids' Club is closed for 17 holidays per calendar year.
ENROLLING NOW!
The Salvation Army Kids' Club is staffed by a Program Director, Site Coordinator, group leaders and volunteers. All staff members are held to the standards of employment set by The Department of Early Education and Care, and are subject to background checks prior to beginning employment.
The Kids' Club offers unique and enriching learning opportunities in a safe and friendly atmosphere. Children are encouraged to express themselves in arts, science, music, and play. A variety of activities and a lively staff ensures that children who attend Kids' Club will never get bored!
Children of all backgrounds and abilities are welcome.
Unsubsidized Rate:
Full-time: $215.35 per week
Part-time: $115.45 per week
Income-based subsidy may be available. Child Care Choices of Boston vouchers accepted. We offer full-time and part-time care. The Salvation Army Kids' Club recognizes that schedules may vary for children and families. Please contact us for information on flexible enrollment options. Our goal is to meet the needs of families in our community.
The cost is the same for both the after-school and summer programs. To guarantee continued placement in the program, families are responsible for payment regardless of attendance.
Transportation to the Burke Elementary Complex and The Early Learning Center to the program is provided through Vocell Bus Company, Inc. There is no cost for transportation from your child's school to the program (one way). Families are responsible for child pick-up at The Salvation Army. Please note, we do not offer transportation from the local middle schools. The William Middle School Complex is within walking distance to The Salvation Army in Chelsea.
During the school year, children attend the program from 2:00 - 5:30 p.m. Snack and activities are available when children arrive at the program. Well-qualified volunteers and group leaders are always available for homework help. If children do not have homework, they are able to play in the gym or read quietly during this time.
At 4:00 p.m. children participate in one of our planned enrichment activities that range from science experiments to literary skills to making healthy choices and more.
Free time at a nearby park and the option to participate in a Christian education program add to the well-rounded curriculum, and offer further variation to our busy after-school schedule!
The summer program at Kids' Club is very exciting! Children attend the program from 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. They are offered breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack each day.
At least once a week, the children go on a program-sponsored field trip (the Aquarium, Swan Boats, Frog Pond are a few examples!) that are intended to expose them to art, history, and the rich culture of Massachusetts. Frequent trips to the local pool, visits to the park, movies, gym time, arts and crafts, and much more create an exciting and activity-filled summer!