City of Gainesville After-School Program

The After-School Program provides children and youth in grades 1 through 8 with a safe and engaging environment, that incorporates hands-on activities. Activities will effectively adapt to individual and small group needs, connecting with participants’ interests and experiences including: academics and enrichment, community service projects, field trips, physical activity and nutrition.

The dates of the program align with the Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) School Calendar of the current academic year; after-care is not provided on City-recognized holidays. The After-School Program hours are 2-6 p.m., Monday through Friday; after-care hours adjust to start at 1 p.m. on early release days. The Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp and Out of School Days programs provide full-day care for most teacher work days and school holidays.

The After-School Program is offered at various facilities located throughout the City:
- Albert “Ray” Massey Recreation Center located at 1001 NW 34th Street.
- Clarence R. Kelly Community Center located at 1701 NE 8th Avenue.
- Eastside Community Center located at 2841 E University Avenue.
- Porters Community Center located at 512 SW 2nd Avenue.