Welcome to our Lower Elementary
K - 3rd Grade ACE Programs!
OUR MISSION:
ACE provides a family oriented, licensed child care program, by creating a space where students feel safe, at home, and excited to
be a part of each day. ACE offers a flexible, inclusive, and innovative environment focused on enrichment and
youth development, to challenge our elementary school students in our growing world.
ACE provides a family oriented, licensed child care program, by creating a space where students feel safe, at home, and excited to
be a part of each day. ACE offers a flexible, inclusive, and innovative environment focused on enrichment and
youth development, to challenge our elementary school students in our growing world.
Enrollment is open for our
2024-2025 Programs
2024-2025 Programs
Enrollment is open for the 2024-2025 school year.
ACE is currently enrolling Full Time, Part Time and Morning Care Options at:
Arundel, Brittan Acres, Heather & White Oaks
ACE is currently enrolling Full Time, Part Time and Morning Care Options at:
Arundel, Brittan Acres, Heather & White Oaks
Click here to register for our ACE Lower Elementary Programs!
ACE ENROLLMENT OPTIONS AND FEES
To view a detailed break down of our current ACE fee schedule please click the link below:
**ACE Offers a 20% Sibling Discount Across all San Carlos ACE Programs in the Upper and Lower Elementary Schools**
**ACE Offers a 20% Discount for SCSD Staff Members**
Family Registration Fee: $125.00 Family Renewal Fee $100.00
MORNING CARE PROGRAM
7:30am- Start of School Day
7:30am- Start of School Day
Our morning program is designed for children who are in need of care before the regular school day begins. Our morning program opens at 7:30am each morning. Staff are there to welcome students with a smile and a positive start to their day. Upon arrival students will check in with the director in charge, and will be served Breakfast which includes the breakfast of the day along with fresh fruit, milk and/ water. This is a quiet activity time which the students can partake in board games, read a book or catch up on any homework.
ON THE MENU!
Breakfast is served each morning with fresh fruit, yogurt, granola bars, milk and juice.
MONDAY- Cereal/Oatmeal Bar
TUESDAY- Eggs, Toast, Sausage
WEDNESDAY- Waffle Wednesday
THURSDAY- Breakfast Sandwiches
FRIDAY- Chef's Choice
ON THE MENU!
Breakfast is served each morning with fresh fruit, yogurt, granola bars, milk and juice.
MONDAY- Cereal/Oatmeal Bar
TUESDAY- Eggs, Toast, Sausage
WEDNESDAY- Waffle Wednesday
THURSDAY- Breakfast Sandwiches
FRIDAY- Chef's Choice
AFTERNOON CARE PROGRAM
End of School Day- 6:00pm Daily
Our Afternoon program runs daily from the end of the school day until 6pm. While supervised and led by our engaged staff, we provide an integrated family oriented atmosphere that captures our students. Our understanding of each child’s individuality is what makes ACE’s program function to its full ability and is what our program philosophy stands for. ACE offers a wide range of activities that meet the needs of each child’s interests without a highly structured environment. Each day offers Enrichment Programming with several different components. Our staff is readily available to encourage our students in the process of creative learning by encouraging independence. ACE will offer a variety of activities and enrichment programs daily that is up to each child's choosing on what they want to participate in. Our main goal is for ACE to provide an environment where all children feel safe, comfortable and at home while enjoying their after school care experience.Each day offers Enrichments from our 7 Key Program Components.
ACE'S 7 Key Program Components
1) Homework /Tutoring: Each day we provide an hour of quiet space for our students to work on homework with the assistance of staff members. We understand that homework can be a challenge and we are here to help support students in getting it completed.
2) Daily Enrichments: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM): Students have the opportunity to choose daily from a wide variety of structured activities led by the staff. During this time there will be a staff led outdoor game, in addition to a STEAM activity. This is our students favorite time of day where they are able to choose what they want to do. Children will have the choice to participate in staff organized activities or enjoy free play time in the classroom or playground. The goal is to allow children to decompress, laugh, and find something enjoyable and engaging while spending their afternoon along with friends and staff.
3) Healthy Snack and Active Lifestyle: Each day we provide a nutritious snack that is served with fresh fruits and vegetables. Through open ended play, children can take advantage of our outdoor space by exercising their creative confidence and imagination. While encouraging the value of physical activities, children will build their teamwork skills through staff led games.
4) Maker Space: Where DIY meets education and imagination! Children are encouraged to explore our collaborative workspace through hands-on learning and interactive experiences with readily available materials to inspire creativity.
5) Project Based Learning (PBL): Our project based learning guides children to explore a variety of skills such as critical thinking, communication, and creativity, while enabling our students to combine their learning with life skills.
6) Cultural Programs and Activities: At ACE we embrace all cultures and traditions. We integrate them into our program by exploring them in our classrooms through enrichment programming that includes performing and fine arts, music, and cooking.
7) Special Days/Celebrations: Special themed days and celebrations are a HUGE part of our ACE program. A theme day at ACE is a special day in which we revolve all our activities around a certain Holiday, Celebration, Cultural Day, Sporting event etc. (I.E. Opening Day, Halloween Carnivals, Chinese New Year, St. Patrick's day etc.) Themed days always include an Art Project, STEM project, Cooking Project as well as an outdoor/indoor game all planned out by our staff that is fun and exciting.
Our staff is readily available to encourage our students in the process of creative learning by encouraging independence. ACE will offer a variety of activities and enrichment programs daily that is up to each child's choosing on what they want to participate in. Our main goal is to create an environment at ACE where all children feel safe, comfortable and at home while enjoying their after school care experience.
End of School Day- 6:00pm Daily
Our Afternoon program runs daily from the end of the school day until 6pm. While supervised and led by our engaged staff, we provide an integrated family oriented atmosphere that captures our students. Our understanding of each child’s individuality is what makes ACE’s program function to its full ability and is what our program philosophy stands for. ACE offers a wide range of activities that meet the needs of each child’s interests without a highly structured environment. Each day offers Enrichment Programming with several different components. Our staff is readily available to encourage our students in the process of creative learning by encouraging independence. ACE will offer a variety of activities and enrichment programs daily that is up to each child's choosing on what they want to participate in. Our main goal is for ACE to provide an environment where all children feel safe, comfortable and at home while enjoying their after school care experience.Each day offers Enrichments from our 7 Key Program Components.
ACE'S 7 Key Program Components
1) Homework /Tutoring: Each day we provide an hour of quiet space for our students to work on homework with the assistance of staff members. We understand that homework can be a challenge and we are here to help support students in getting it completed.
2) Daily Enrichments: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM): Students have the opportunity to choose daily from a wide variety of structured activities led by the staff. During this time there will be a staff led outdoor game, in addition to a STEAM activity. This is our students favorite time of day where they are able to choose what they want to do. Children will have the choice to participate in staff organized activities or enjoy free play time in the classroom or playground. The goal is to allow children to decompress, laugh, and find something enjoyable and engaging while spending their afternoon along with friends and staff.
3) Healthy Snack and Active Lifestyle: Each day we provide a nutritious snack that is served with fresh fruits and vegetables. Through open ended play, children can take advantage of our outdoor space by exercising their creative confidence and imagination. While encouraging the value of physical activities, children will build their teamwork skills through staff led games.
4) Maker Space: Where DIY meets education and imagination! Children are encouraged to explore our collaborative workspace through hands-on learning and interactive experiences with readily available materials to inspire creativity.
5) Project Based Learning (PBL): Our project based learning guides children to explore a variety of skills such as critical thinking, communication, and creativity, while enabling our students to combine their learning with life skills.
6) Cultural Programs and Activities: At ACE we embrace all cultures and traditions. We integrate them into our program by exploring them in our classrooms through enrichment programming that includes performing and fine arts, music, and cooking.
7) Special Days/Celebrations: Special themed days and celebrations are a HUGE part of our ACE program. A theme day at ACE is a special day in which we revolve all our activities around a certain Holiday, Celebration, Cultural Day, Sporting event etc. (I.E. Opening Day, Halloween Carnivals, Chinese New Year, St. Patrick's day etc.) Themed days always include an Art Project, STEM project, Cooking Project as well as an outdoor/indoor game all planned out by our staff that is fun and exciting.
Our staff is readily available to encourage our students in the process of creative learning by encouraging independence. ACE will offer a variety of activities and enrichment programs daily that is up to each child's choosing on what they want to participate in. Our main goal is to create an environment at ACE where all children feel safe, comfortable and at home while enjoying their after school care experience.
KINDERGARTEN K-PLAY MORNING / AFTERNOON PROGRAM
Early Bird K-Play End of School Day-2:30pm
Late Bird K-Play 8:30am-Start of School Day
Early Bird K-Play End of School Day-2:30pm
Late Bird K-Play 8:30am-Start of School Day
ACE’s K-Play program is an hour designated for Kindergarteners only, and is tailored to meet the needs of families who have Kindergarteners that attend school part time. Our K-Play program includes age appropriate activities and is specifically geared towards our youngest learners. Our program offers a morning or afternoon K-Play option for families dependent on their child's start and end of school day. We provide a variety of staff led enrichment activities where children are encouraged and given the opportunity to participate in the activities of their choosing. Our committed staff are always there to meet the needs of each unique child while implementing a warm and welcoming environment.