Auxiliary Programs
Auxiliary Programs at Penn Charter provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for Lower School students and their families during after-school hours, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Families may enroll in the After-School Program (ASP), the After-School Program Complement (ASPC) and a range of Enrichment offerings.
After-School Program
Following a full academic day, the After-School Program (ASP) provides time and space for friends, recreation and relaxation in an engaging environment that supports continued learning and growth.
Through a thoughtfully structured setting, students are given meaningful choices among activities that foster social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Each child is encouraged to create a daily mix of fun, movement, creativity and interaction that supports their overall well-being—mind, body and spirit.
ASP runs from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. for 1.5-hour contracts and from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. for 3-hour contracts. Families may enroll on a full-time or part-time basis for the academic year.
Have questions about ASP? Please contact the After-School team.
After-School Program Complement
The After-School Program Complement (ASPC) offers students in grades pre-K through 2 the opportunity to participate in engaging classes, including creative movement, soccer, gymnastics and cooking. Each class runs for seven to eight weeks during the various after-school sessions.
Penn Charter partners with local Philadelphia community music schools, sports outreach programs and dance academies to provide high-quality enrichment experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity and skill development.
Enrichment Program
Students in Grades 3, 4 and 5
The Enrichment Program is an optional after-school opportunity offered at no additional cost to students in grades 3, 4 and 5. The program runs for seven to eight weeks, three times each year, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.
Students may participate in intramural sports and a range of extracurricular activities—such as handbell choir, basketball and community service—which vary from year to year. Prior to each session, families will receive detailed information on the available activities.
Benefits for ASP-Enrolled Families
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Flexible scheduling that allows children to attend ASP while siblings participate in Lower School Enrichment, Middle School sports, or Upper School athletics.
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Extended care is available for students arriving from Lower School Enrichment or the Penn Charter Aquatics Club.
- A discounted rate on ASP for siblings of third to fifth grade students enrolled in the Lower School Enrichment Program.
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Coordination with the Learning Support team to provide ASP coverage before or after scheduled tutoring sessions.
After-School Program FAQs
- If I have an ASP contract, can I "drop in"?
- If I select two days of the week, can I switch days around?
- Can I pick up my child and have them return to ASP?
- What if I only need ASP during Enrichment?
- What is the Flex/Enrichment option?
- Is there After-School transportation available?
If I have an ASP contract, can I "drop in"?
If I select two days of the week, can I switch days around?
Can I pick up my child and have them return to ASP?
What if I only need ASP during Enrichment?
What is the Flex/Enrichment option?
Is there After-School transportation available?