After School Care
After School Care Near Me — Douglasville, GA
Working parents in Douglasville, GA and across Douglas County searching for after school care near me or after school programs near me trust Bright Kids Academy to keep their children safe, engaged, and thriving every weekday. We provide after school care for children ages 4–12, open Monday through Friday until 7:00 PM — well past the typical school dismissal time.
Our after school program includes homework help, healthy snacks, supervised outdoor play, arts and crafts, enrichment activities, and social skills building — everything a child needs to decompress, grow, and have fun after a full day of school. And with our school pickup service from local Douglas County elementary schools, drop-off is one less thing for parents to worry about.
CAPS Accepted: We accept Georgia CAPS subsidies for eligible families — making after school care in Douglasville more accessible for working parents. Ask about CAPS →
What's Included in After School Care
Homework Help
Dedicated quiet time with staff support so children complete assignments before play — building responsibility and academic habits.
Healthy Afternoon Snack
A nutritious snack is provided each afternoon to fuel children through activities and tide them over until dinner.
Active Outdoor Play
Supervised outdoor activities and physical play to help kids burn energy, stay healthy, and develop coordination and teamwork.
Arts & Crafts
Creative projects that build fine motor skills, self-expression, and confidence — kids love showing off their artwork!
STEM Enrichment
Fun STEM games, puzzles, and reading programs that keep young minds engaged and curious beyond the school day.
Social Skills
Group activities, cooperative games, and guided interactions that build communication, empathy, and friendship skills.
🚌 School Pickup Service in Douglasville
One of the biggest conveniences for working parents: we pick up your child directly from their Douglas County elementary school and transport them safely to Bright Kids Academy for after school care. No more scrambling to arrange pickups — we handle it.
Contact us to confirm if your child's school is on our current pickup route or to request a new route.
After School Care FAQs
What ages do you accept for after school care?
We accept children ages 4 through 12 for after school care. This includes children who attend our own Pre-K program as well as children attending local elementary schools in Douglas County.
How late is after school care available?
Our after school care program runs Monday through Friday until 7:00 PM. This extended schedule is designed to accommodate working parents who need reliable, late-afternoon childcare in Douglasville.
Which schools do you pick up from?
We serve several Douglas County elementary schools. Routes are subject to change — please contact us or call (770) 489-8986 to confirm whether your child's school is currently on our pickup route.
Is snack provided during after school care?
Yes! We provide a healthy afternoon snack for all children enrolled in after school care. This gives them the energy they need for afternoon activities.
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Enroll in After School Care Today
Openings are limited. Contact Bright Kids Academy today to enroll your child in after school care and ask about our school pickup service in Douglas County.