Before and After School Care

Overview

Right At School is a chance to learn, play and grow. Safe and on-site at your school, in a place full of caring educators, new and best friends, and heaps of fun!

What Does Right at School Offer?

The programs are available at all PSD elementary schools and offer flexible options to meet a variety of family needs:

Before/After School
Drop In
Pricing for 5 days/week or 1, 2, 3 and 4-day options available

Right At School offers enrichment, fitness, and fun activities for students:

Homework Help
180+ Disguised Learning Activities
Games & Sports
Fitness Blast
Community Service
Social Time with Friends

Additional Information

Right at School Typical Schedule

Snack and Town Meeting (15 Minutes)

Students in The Right Club kick off their afternoon with a snack and Town Meeting, where students share news and special events, and our educators preview the fun afternoon that awaits them. Town Meeting is an important start to the day and builds the foundation of the Right Club community.

The Right Moves (10 Minutes)

After a long school day, we know kids need to let out energy. We spend ten minutes in a “fun fit” - dancing, doing yoga stretches, or enjoying quick team games - just enough time to get out their “wiggles” and prepare to focus their energy on homework.

Homework Help (45 Minutes)

Homework is always a priority at Right At School. Children are grouped by grade level to complete their homework and our talented educators work to help students understand their homework but will not solve the problems for the students. Younger children or those without homework will work on quiet activities or play games.

Daily Double/Triple Play (45 Minutes)

Daily, experiential learning activities are an integral part of the Right At School day. Our curriculum features themes that change every two weeks, from “Icky Experiments,” to “Water Wizards,” to “Young Detectives.” Daily choice and child-driven projects give students freedom to explore individually, in small groups, and as a whole community.

Fun Fitness (30 Minutes)

Part of Right At School’s mission is “a commitment to healthy living.” We make time every day for extended fitness and go outside every chance we get! Our educators model positive social interactions and sportsmanship through fun games and team sports.

Free Play (30 Minutes)

We know kids need time for self-navigation and free play! We have an ample supply of arts and crafts supplies, board games, chess sets, and sports equipment available for kids to stretch their creative muscles!

Inclement Weather Schedule

In partnership with the Puyallup School District, Right At School has elected to match the district late opening, closure, or early dismissal decisions in order to mitigate any confusion for families and ensure the safety of educators while accommodating your family’s needs.

If the District is Closed: RAS programs will be closed as well.
If the District is 1 hour late: RAS will open 1 hour late. We will then open at 7:30 am. (Normal hours are 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
If the District is 2 hours late: RAS will open 2 hours late. We will open at 8:30 am (normal hours are 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
If the District closes early or cancels afternoon activities: RAS will stay open until 4:00 pm to accommodate families for pick up.
If an individual school is closed: RAS will also be closed at that location only and no alternative care will be provided.

Right At School understands that anytime the program adjusts hours, families are impacted. The goal is to act in the best interest of the children, families, and educators. Each site cell phone will be updated with the most current information about closures, late starts, or early dismissals should the time arise. Please ensure the RAS site cell phone number is programmed in your phone. You can also contact the customer service team at 1-855-287-2466 to obtain the most up to date information should the need arise.

Payment Assistance for Qualifying Families

Child Care Subsidy

According to the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families, WashChild Care Subsidy Programs help families pay for quality child care through either: