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The ideas written about in this blog are based on the personal opinions and philosophies of the contributor who has taught elementary school for twelve years and has run a recreational childcare business since 2009.

How Can an After School Program Provide Homework Help?

7/11/2017

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Busy parents are really fortunate for the service provided by after school programs.  One of the services that parents can be certain to have is ensuring that their children’s homework is done. After a grueling day at work, and having to prepare for the next day, it is difficult for parents to find enough time to spend with their children, let alone to get homework done. However, a good aftercare program will provide the support you need to help you and your child progress. Here’s how.
 
Homework Time is Structured
Some after school care will let the children have a snack and play for a short time before they start their homework. Others let them get on with their lessons soon after school while it is still fresh in their minds. Children work from a period of 30 minutes to two hours depending on the age and stage of the child and their attention span. If homework is complete before the schedule time, then the child is directed to some other activity that is more relaxing such as a game where they can develop math or other skills.
There is a Dedicated Homework Space
Children will want a setting where they can work, whether on their own or with a homework assistant. Therefore, care centers will provide a dedicated room away from the hub and buzz of the general after school activities. This will be an area where children can sit quietly and concentrate on the work at hand. The homework space should have computers in the event children need to find information for their work.
 
There are Dedicated Staff to Guide Homework Activities
Some children need that extra support to do their homework because:
  • They would rather play than do homework.
  • They consider homework too difficult.
  • They are not organized to get the work done.
  • They procrastinate doing things that are not as important.
But dedicated staff are usually available to help children focus on their work and get it done. Some children will go as far as denying they have homework to get out of doing the task. Some may have reading or language challenges that the staff will help them get over. Staff provide individual attention and will read the assignments for them so they understand what to do. This includes breaking down the assignment into manageable tasks.
 
After School Care Involves Parents
Despite the help of after school programs in your child’s homework, parents are not left out of the activities. Parents need to be involved for the following reasons:
  • They need to get feedback on the progress of their children in getting homework done.
  • They need information as to how their children are managing the lesson – whether they are operating at lower or higher abilities. It might be observed that the child may take longer than is expected to complete the assignment.
  • They need to know if the child is getting the work done. There may not be any interest.
Parents need to have frequent contact also to see if notes are sent from the homework center or the school so that timely actions on important matters can be taken.
 
Help in Follow through with Homework Agreements
Children who are not great at completing their homework will fall through the cracks if follow-up is not done. This is even truer for those of busy parents who cannot avail themselves to help their kids focus to get the work done. Schools will place those kids into contracts to have homework completed. If after school programs are enlisted to assist in such circumstances, there will be greater opportunities for contracts to be enforced.
 
Assistance with Special Needs
Some children have special challenges that hinder them from carrying out their assignments effectively. A child may find it difficult comprehending what is written, or writing his homework. Homework programs do provide resources such as voice to text software that can assist children in getting their work written.
 
One of the benefits of after school programs is the additional care they give in getting children to complete their homework. Very busy parents are able to take advantage of this but at the same time ensure that they are involved.
 
If you have questions, comments or other inquiries about these types of programs, or, have interest in child care programs in general, feel free to reach out and contact TSL Adventures in Albany.
6 Comments
Jay Jorgenson link
10/7/2019 03:31:17 pm

I like how you mention that afterschool programs support the children so they can finish their homework. I believe that it is very beneficial to leave children at afterschool programs for parents that have a busy schedule. Thank you for the information. I would recommend parents that don't have enough time to sign their children up in an afterschool program.

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Ron Booker link
10/25/2019 10:09:17 am

I like that you said that parents need to get involved in their child's after school programs to check for their improvements. My wife and I are talking about putting our kids in after school programs so that they can do good at school. I'm going to talk yo my wife about doing our part as parents.

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Kristofer Van Wagner link
9/1/2020 11:38:27 am

I appreciate that this post shared enrolling our kids in an after school program because it guarantees that homework time is structured. I do believe having a structured homework routine is important as it fosters discipline and ensures they do their homework. I will definitely look into prospective after school program for my kids.

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Taylor Hicken link
5/18/2021 12:00:04 am

You made a good point when you shared that it is great to find an after-school program for your child that can help him do his homework. My friend just mentioned the other day that she is worried about his son who is always playing and the teachers have been complaining that he never finishes his homework. I will suggest to her looking for a reliable after-school program that can make sure that her son will complete whatever tasks he is given.

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Thomas Clarence link
8/5/2021 03:03:38 pm

I like how you explained that one of the benefits of after-school programs is that they give students a quiet place to concentrate in. I would imagine that another benefit of after-school programs are that it keeps students out of trouble. If the kids are doing something productive with their time, they won't be finding ways to get into trouble.

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Eli Richardson link
8/12/2022 03:45:20 pm

Recently, my sister told me she's been too busy with her job to help her daughter with her homework, and she wants to do something about it. I liked what you explained about afterschool programs and how they have skilled staff who can help your child with homework, so I'll make sure my sister knows about this now. Thanks for the tips on helping your child focus on their schoolwork with the help of afterschool programs.

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