​We never want parents to feel pressured to choose a childcare center based solely on affordability. We want you to choose a center they truly love.  Due to this, a matched tuition rate equal to any group childcare center in Merrimack will be honored. (Yearly increases will be applied in September)

Meetinghouse Road - School Age

Kindergarten – 4th Grade | Before & After School Care, Vacation Camps & School-Day Programs

Thorton's Ferry and JMES Only for transportation

A place where learning continues, friendships grow, and every day brings a new adventure!

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About Our School-Age Classroom

At Wildcat Falls Early Learning Center, we understand that school-age children need a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment beyond the traditional school day. Our School-Age Program is designed for children in Kindergarten through 4th grade, offering a balance of fun, friendship, independence, creativity, and continued learning.

Whether your child joins us before school, after school, during school vacations, on half-days, or when public schools are closed, our program provides a dependable and enriching childcare experience for busy families.

We recognize that school-age children have already spent much of their day in a structured classroom. That's why our program focuses on providing opportunities to unwind, explore interests, build friendships, stay active, and enjoy being kids!

Our School-Age Programs

Before-School Care

Start the morning in a relaxed, positive environment! Children can enjoy quiet games, creative activities, reading, and social time before heading off to school, helping them begin their day feeling comfortable and prepared.

After-School Care

After a busy school day, children have opportunities to enjoy snacks, active play, arts and crafts, games, building projects, and time with friends. We provide a balance of structured activities and free-choice play so children can recharge.

School Vacation Camps

When school is out, the adventures begin! Our vacation programs offer exciting, themed activities, hands-on projects, outdoor exploration, creative challenges, group games, and opportunities to make lasting memories during school breaks.

Public School Half-Days

Early dismissal doesn't have to interrupt your family's schedule. Our half-day program gives children a fun, supervised place to spend the remainder of their day with engaging activities, movement, creativity, and social time.

Public School Days Off

On scheduled teacher workshop days, professional development days, and other designated school closures, our program offers full-day childcare with age-appropriate activities that keep children active, engaged, and entertained.

What Our School-Age Program Offers

Our activities are designed to encourage independence, creativity, teamwork, and confidence while giving children the freedom to explore their own interests.

• Creative Arts & Crafts: Painting, drawing, building, seasonal projects, and imaginative creations.

• STEM & Hands-On Learning: Science experiments, engineering challenges, problem-solving, and discovery activities.

• Outdoor Adventures & Active Play: Playground time, nature exploration, organized games, and physical movement.

• Friendships & Social Development: Cooperative games, group challenges, teamwork, and positive peer interactions.

• Homework & Quiet Time: A designated opportunity for reading, homework, or relaxing after school.

• Choice-Based Activities: Opportunities for children to make decisions, follow their interests, and develop independence.

A Place to Relax, Play & Belong

We believe school-age childcare should feel different from the traditional school day.

Our program offers a comfortable environment where children can enjoy their afternoons, express themselves, and develop meaningful friendships.

Through a combination of teacher-guided experiences and independent activities, we encourage children to take responsibility, practice leadership, solve problems, and build confidence in their abilities.

We also understand that every child has different needs after a long school day. Some children are ready to run and play, while others need a quiet space to read, create, or simply unwind. Our flexible approach allows children to enjoy their time in ways that work best for them.

School Vacation & Adventure Camps

School breaks are the perfect opportunity for exciting experiences!

Our vacation camps are designed to keep children entertained and engaged through a variety of themed activities that may include nature adventures, science discoveries, creative art projects, team challenges, indoor gym activities, and seasonal celebrations.

Each camp experience encourages children to try new things, build friendships, develop new skills, and enjoy their time away from school.

Supporting Busy Families

We know that balancing work schedules with school calendars can be challenging. Our School-Age Program provides families with childcare options throughout the school year and during scheduled school breaks.

Whether your family needs consistent before- and after-school care or occasional childcare for half-days, vacations, and school closures, we strive to offer a reliable and welcoming environment.

Program availability, schedules, transportation arrangements, and enrollment options are provided by our center.

Growing Independence, Building Friendships & Making Memories

At Wildcat Falls Early Learning Center, our School-Age Program is more than just a place to spend time before or after school.

It's a community where children feel welcomed, friendships flourish, creativity is encouraged, and independence grows.

From early mornings to afternoon adventures and exciting school vacation days, we're here to make every moment count!