After-School Child Care: Choosing the Right Program Makes All the Difference!

As a working parent, after-school care has always a concern. There are so many options for parents to consider, in part based on their work schedules, program costs, enrichment considerations, and of course, the "fun index" for kids. After all, kids in school have been working the equivalent of a full day already, so why shouldn't their afternoons be filled with some socialization and entertainment too? And, of course, kids need to just chill sometimes also. Here are some questions to ask yourself when considering after-school options this fall for your child.