MetroFamily Magazine July/August 2026

Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation OKC Parks offers a variety of after-school activities and programs for kids of all ages. Through its many community centers, kids can take part in fun sports and games, stimulating arts and crafts, and enriching learning activities. The after school Kidz Rock program is open to elementary and middle school students and provides a safe environment with opportunities for fun, socializing and learning. To learn more, visit okc.gov/parks. Kiddie Academy Kiddie Academy offers convenient before- and after-school care, as well as a full-day program for children ages 5 to 12. Through its Creative Explorers program, school-age children have the opportunity to explore their interests in a fun, engaging, and flexible environment. Kids can participate in exciting activities and hands-on projects designed to encourage creativity, build confidence, and support continued learning beyond the classroom. Kiddie Academy also offers care and learning programs for children from infancy through kindergarten, providing families with quality educational childcare options. To learn more, visit kiddieacademy.com. Childtime Learning Centers Childtime Learning Centers offers before- and after-school programs for school-age children up to 12 years old, providing a fun and engaging environment where kids can start their day strong. The program includes exciting activities, STEM learning opportunities, homework support, and healthy snacks. Childtime also offers childcare and early learning programs for children from infancy through kindergarten, along with a variety of options designed to meet the needs of today’s families. To learn more, visit childtime.com.

Primrose Schools Beyond its preschool and kindergarten programs, Primrose Schools offers Before & After-School Care through its Explorer program. Children can relax, make friends, get homework help, learn through creative expression, sports, technology, drama, music, and more. To learn more, visit primroseschools.com. KinderCare KinderCare provides programs for infants through Pre-K. Its Before & After-School program lets children build STEM projects, create art, play, form friendships, and get homework help from trained teachers. To learn more, visit kindercare.com. Childcare Network Childcare Network provides programs for infants through Pre-K. Its Young Achievers Club is a Before & After-School program designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment outside of school hours. Children enjoy daily experiences in math, science, language, and art plus outdoor time with the freedom to choose their own activities. To learn more, visit childcarenetwork.com. SPARK Child Care SPARK is a state-licensed, out-of-school-time program for school-age children and a 5-star child care center through Oklahoma’s Reaching for the Stars. Founded by the First Presbyterian Church of Oklahoma City, the SPARK staff offers tutoring and enrichment activities for neighborhood children as well as child care before school, after school, and all day during school breaks. The program provides a safe, encouraging, and loving atmosphere where children can explore, experiment, create, and play. To learn more, visit fpcokc.org/spark.

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