​Dandelion After school

2026-2027

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At Dandelion After School, kids don’t just spend the afternoon-they thrive.

We believe young people deserve the time, space, and support to explore their interests, follow their curiosity, and grow in ways that feel meaningful to them. We also believe that real social-emotional learning happens best through play, connection, and experiences that are naturally engaging and joyful. ​

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Rooted in care, for ourselves, each other, and our environment, Dandelion After School is a space where kids build relationships, develop independence, and make choices about how they spend their time. Each afternoon, we offer a mix of creative activities, group games, hands-on projects, and neighborhood adventures, plus a nourishing snack to keep everyone energized.

 

What Does a Day Look Like?

 

Every day is different! Kids might:

 

• Cook or bake something delicious

• Get creative with arts and crafts

• Dive into dramatic play

• Move and dance to music

•  Play indoor or outdoor games

• Explore parks and local businesses on neighborhood walks

• Dream up their own activities—and make them happen!

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Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in Action

 

Dandelion After School isn’t just fun- it’s also a place where kids build essential life skills. Dandelion After School is a single purpose, Social Emotional Learning program. Our facilitators intentionally connect activities to the CASEL framework for Social Emotional Learning (SEL), helping kids develop:

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• Self-awareness: Understanding their emotions and strengths

• Self-management: Navigating big feelings and making thoughtful choices

• Social awareness: Practicing empathy and considering others’ perspectives

• Relationship skills: Communicating, collaborating, and resolving conflicts

• Responsible decision-making: Thinking critically and making choices with care​

 

By blending play, autonomy, and meaningful relationships, we help kids deepen their connection to themselves, their peers, and the world around them. ​Kids from local elementary schools and homeschool communities are welcome!​​​​​

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2026-2027 Program RATES

1-5 day options: Monday-Friday

Dandelion After School is invoiced monthly:

 Mondays: $165/month 

Tuesdays:  $165/month 

Wednesdays: $165/month

Thursdays: $165/month 

Fridays: $165/month

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​South philly school pickups

 

Dandelion After School offers free pick ups from: 

• Coppin Elementary: Monday - Friday

• Southwark Elementary: Thursday/Friday

• Kirkbride Elementary: Monday- Friday

• Vare-Washington Elementary: Monday - Friday

• If you are from a different South Philly school and are interested, reach out!

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2026-27 Program dates  

* First Day of Dandelion After School is Monday August 24, 2026

* Last Day of Dandelion After School is Wednesday: June 9, 2027​​​

Full day camps included in enrollment (*Camp days are included for kids who are enrolled on the day of camp)

• 9/18​:  Friday

• 10/9: Friday

• 11/25: Wednesday

• 1/15: Friday

• 1/29: Friday

• 2/12: Friday

• 3/29: Monday

• 4/16: Friday

District CLOSED (No Dandelion After School) 

• 9/7: CLOSED (Labor Day)

• 9/21: CLOSED (Yom Kippur)

• 10/12 CLOSED (Indigenous People's Day)

• 11/3: CLOSED (Election Day)

• 11/11: CLOSED (Veteran's Day)

• 11/16: CLOSED (Report Cards)

• 11/26 -11/27 (Thanksgiving Break)

• 12/23-1/1: CLOSED (Winter Recess)

• 1/18: CLOSED (MLK Day)

• 2/15 CLOSED (President's Day)

• 3/10: CLOSED (Eid al-Fitr)

• 3/22-3/26: CLOSED (Spring break)

• 5/17: CLOSED (Eid al-Adha)

• 5/18: CLOSED (Election Day)

• 5/31: CLOSED (Memorial Day)​​​

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​​​Billing + CANCELLATION policy

 

Dandelion After School tuition can be paid yearly or on a monthly payment plan. We kindly require 30 days notice to unenroll from Dandelion After School. Mid-year enrollment will be prorated.​

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COVID-19 Policy 

 

We believe that Covid-19 pandemic is still occuring, and we will monitor community spread and respond with updated policy as needed to keep our community as safe as possible. As of January 1, 2026, all programs from The Dandelion Project are mask optional. If young people have mild symptoms (runny nose, cough, etc.) that do not prevent them from participating in the program, we'll ask them to mask until symptoms resolve. We may need to change our policy throughout the year as new information becomes available. *All programs of The Dandelion Project mask inside for the week before Winter Break and for the first week back*

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