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Big Kids Program in NYC at B & J Wonderland Day Care Ages 5+

Fostering academic skills alongside social and emotional development.

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About

the school age program at B & J.

Looking for a safe, reliable school-age child care program in NYC? Our School-Age Program is designed for children 5 years and older who must be enrolled in Kindergarten or above. We proudly offer before school care, after school care, and drop-in care when school is closed, all year-round.

Our school-age program is available at all B & J Wonderland Day Care locations except the Infant Nursery and provides working families with dependable, flexible, and nurturing care.

Before & After School Care in NYC

Our before and after school program supports children outside of school hours with structure, supervision, and enrichment.

Calm morning environment

Breakfast and morning routine support

Safe supervision before school drop-off

Helps children start their day prepared and relaxed

School pick-up assistance (select locations) Activity: Promoting fitness through age-appropriate exercises and games.

Before School Care

After School Care

Homework help and academic support

Arts & crafts, games, and enrichment activities

Social-emotional development with peers

Healthy meals and snacks provided

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If you’re searching for before and after school care near me in NYC, our program is a trusted solution for families.

Top Locations

Day Care 10: 
608 W 139th St 
New York NY 10031

Day care 11: 
714 W 181th st. 
New York NY 10033

Day care 12: 
37-07 147th St.  Flushing NY 11354 

 

Check all our locations

Drop-In Care When School Is Closed

We offer school-age drop-in care when schools are closed, including:

  • Holidays 

  • Half days

  • Professional development days

  • Emergency school closures

  • School breaks & summer

Our drop-in program for school-age children gives families peace of mind knowing their child is in a safe, structured, and engaging environment even when school is not in session.

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Who Can Enroll in Our Big Kids Program?

This program is designed for:

  • Children 5 years and older
     

  • Children who are currently enrolled in Kindergarten or above
     

  • Families needing before school, after school, or drop-in care
     

  • Families seeking year-round school-age child care in NYC

🚫 Available at all locations except the Infant Nursery.

Why Families Choose Our Big Kids Program

Families love our Big kids child care program
because we offer:

  • Before & After School Care
     

  •  Drop-In Care When School Is Closed
     

  •  Year-Round Availability
     

  •  Organic, nutritious meals cooked daily
     

  •  Live parent surveillance cameras
     

  •  Safe, clean, licensed daycare centers
     

  •  Caring, trained staff
     

  •  Daily activities, games & enrichment
     

  •  Homework help & academic support

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Exceptional Offerings at B & J Day Care

Flexible Hours

Conveniently open Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 7 PM, to suit your schedule.

Bilingual Environment

Encourages bilingual development in both English and Spanish.

Age-Inclusive Care

Offers care for children aged 1 month to 12 years, meeting a broad range of childcare needs.

Organic Meals

Provides organic, gluten free, non kosher. Whole grain and natural products, ensuring nutritional care for children.

Parental Surveillance 

Enables parents to stay connected with their child through accessible surveillance cameras.

Versatile Care Options

Includes Universal Prek 3, Full-Time, Part-Time, Drop-in care, and Before/After-school programs.

Baby Sign Language

Incorporates baby sign language to aid infant communication.

Electronic Reports

Keeps parents informed with detailed electronic reports on their infant's daily activities and development.

Our

Programs

Unique child-centric programs

At B & J Wonderland Day Care, we provide a range of age-specific programs designed to foster all facets of early childhood growth. Each program, focused on different age groups, is carefully crafted to encourage creativity, intellectual development, and safe exploration.

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This program caters to the unique developmental needs of infants.

1 to 24 months

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Fostering academic skills alongside social and emotional development.

5 to 12 years

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This program supports the developmental strides of toddlers.

2-3 years

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B & J Wonderland Summer Camp: All ages explore, socialize, learn.

All ages

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After-school care nurturing Pre-K 4 children's development.

3-4 years

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This program provides adaptable, top-tier child care tailored for active families.

All ages

Big Kids Program Locations

Our school-age program is available across

MANHATTAN

BRONX

QUEENS

NEW ROCHELLE

Availability may vary by location

Eligible Schools for Afterschool Program

If your child is enrolled in one of the following schools, they are eligible to attend our Afterschool Program:

Kipp Star WAHI

Incarnation Catholic School

Success Academy

St. Elizabeth School

TEP Charter School

WHEELS School

Hamilton Heights School

P.S 48

P.S 173

P.S 115

P.S 153

P.S 368

P.S 132

P.S 24

Dos Puentes School

PS 192 Jacob H. Schiff

MS 319 Marie Teresa

Harlem Academy

P.S. 132 Juan Pablo Duarte

P.S 207

P.S 310

P.S 360

P.S 187

P.S 366

P.S 214

P.S 242

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Don’t see your child’s school on our list? Email us to find out if we can extend our before- and/or after-school care services to your family.

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying with HRA or ACS

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Step 1 
Check Availability

Step 2 
Obtain Required Documents

Step 3
Submit Documents for Approval

Step 4 
Upload Approval Letter

Step 5  Complete Enrollment

Step 6 
Your Child Is Ready to Begin

Sign up or log in at our Family Portal

• Determine which B & J locations accept HRA or ACS vouchers

• Confirm availability for your child’s age group and preferred schedule

HRA: Request the necessary HRA documents directly from us through the Family Portal or email

• ACS: Email us to apply for ACS assistance and receive guidance on required documentation

HRA: Submit all required documents directly to HRA

• ACS: Depending on the type of ACS voucher, submit documents either to ACS directly or to B & J Wonderland Day Care as instructed

Submit Approval Letter to Family Portal

Once your HRA or ACS voucher is approved, upload your approval/placement letter to the Family Portal.

Complete all remaining enrollment requirements in the Family Portal, including health records, emergency contacts, and forms

You have completed the process, welcome to the B & J Wonderland Day Care Family!

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