Extended Day Program

At The Frances Xavier Warde School, our Extended Day Program offers so much more than the traditional afterschool curriculum. We are dedicated to providing a vibrant environment where play and socialization are integral to each child’s growth.

By engaging in a variety of structured activities, including outdoor play, gym time, games, and arts and crafts, children build confidence, hone decision-making skills, and experience personal enrichment beyond school hours. Our program is thoughtfully designed to foster both gross and fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and cooperative play, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to develop lifelong skills in a fun, supportive setting.

We believe that these early experiences are foundational, shaping children into well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in all areas of life. Join us at FXW, where the Extended Day Program transforms afterschool time into a dynamic, enriching adventure.

Preschool – Grade 3

For our OSP Campus participants, the afternoon is broken into three activity periods. Each period runs for around 40 minutes. There will always be outdoor play (weather permitting), sports, and creative activity choices. Each activity is supervised by our experienced staff. At the end of each period, the students and staff are called back to the cafeteria. During this period, the next period of activity choices is announced. This approach provides students ownership over their schedules and keeps them more engaged. Physical activities are kept age specific, but the other activities the students are allowed to comingle.

Grade 4 – 8

At the HNC Campus we begin each day with an hour of time for students to complete their homework. Once students are finished with homework, we create different activities for students to participate in: arts and crafts, trivia games, dance, puzzles and gaga are just some of the different choices we provide.

Extended Day is structured to be activity-based with a schedule to match. This includes outside play, gym time, games, and arts and crafts. Our Extended Day experience provides children a variety of activities to build on their decision-making skills. It also allows for some socialization outside of the classroom. Children are given an opportunity to work on gross and fine motor skills, problem solving, and cooperative play throughout the activities. We know a child’s experiences during their early years greatly impact the rest of their lives, so we want extended day to be an opportunity to build lifelong skills.