After-School Care
After-School Programs
If you are looking for care for your student after school lets out, there are multiple options on the Emerson campus and nearby.
On-Site After-School Programs
Beginning the 2025/26 school year, the two after-school programs that operate on the Emerson campus are Safe Passages and the ECE/CDC's after-school program.
Safe Passages
Safe Passages provides after-school care for students at several schools in Alameda County. Programming includes academic tutoring, sports, and other enrichment activities.
- Program serves TK-5th grade.
- On-time applications for the following school year are due in May.
- There is no fee associated with this after school program.
- All students are welcomed and participation from scholars receiving Special Education services is encouraged. Enrollment is based on capacity and ability to provide appropriate support. Submit copy of IEP with application if possible.
- Late pickup policy: Program ends at 6 pm. Every minute after 6:05 incurs a fee of $1. Repeated late pickups may result in removal from program.
- Safe Passages is closed - no after-school program on the following days: Oct. 31, 2025; Dec. 5, 2025; Feb 13, 2026.
Contact
Ulises Covian (Coordinator): (510) 679-9495
Symone Jones (Coordinator): (415) 508-6516
On-site office phone: (510) 879-2115 ext. 1152062
For more information
To register
Contact Safe Passages at emersonasp@safepassages.org.
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Child Development Center (CDC)
ECE/CDC After School Program is run through OUSD, led by Ms. Donna and Ms. Mathews.
- Needs-based aftercare for TK-3rd grade.
- Preference is given to TK and Kindergarten students.
- Families qualify based on income and need status, such as working.
- Full tuition option is available.
- Contact the ECE/CDC directly for more information.
Contact
(510) 879-8410
Off-site After-School Programs
There are some excellent and affordable choices right around the corner that will pick up your little ones for you.
Studio One After School Arts Academy
Located across the street from Emerson at Studio One Art Center. Counselors pick students up at Emerson and walk them to Studio One. Studio One's after school program offers snack, homework help, and 2 art classes a day in a range of mediums, including painting, drawing, clay, dancing, drumming, singing, and more.
- Program serves TK through 5th grade.
- Registration is monthly.
- Program begins the third week of school.
For more information
Visit Studio One After-School Arts Academy
Contact
Studio One Art Center Office: (510) 597-5027
To Register
Click the After School Arts Academy link on the above website to download the registration packet.
Mosswood Recreation Center's Town After-School Program
Please Note: Mosswood Rec Center is currently CLOSED for construction of the brand new building. Check back here for updates!