after-school programs

noun

UK /ˈɑːftəskuːl ˈprəʊɡræmz/

US /ˈæftərskuːl ˈproʊɡræmz/

Fun activities kids do at school after their normal classes are over.

Mia joined the after-school programs to learn chess and painting.

SYNONYMS

after-school activities after-school clubs extracurricular activities enrichment programs

RELATED WORDS

homework club sports club childcare tutoring recreation

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Organized activities for children that take place after the school day ends, often for supervision or learning.

The school offers after-school programs until six o'clock for working parents.

3. Structured sessions such as sports, arts, or homework help held on school grounds after classes.

After-school programs include basketball practice and a science club.

4. Community-run activities that keep kids busy and safe after school hours.

The community center runs free after-school programs for local children.