School Year Child Care Programs
"It is a happy talent to know how to play"
TSL’s offers a fantastic program for families who need or want daycare for their young children before and/or after school, during school breaks or on certain weekdays during the school calendar when school is not in session. We offer children the opportunity to play, do their homework and participate in fun group activities. Contact us to learn more about which after school programs best meet the needs of your family.
TSL’s school year consists of our regular after school program from September to June, the TSL vacation camps in December, February and April, and our single-day care options on special holidays and school conference days. We serve the following districts:
East Greenbush at First United Methodist
Cohoes at Abram Lansing, Harmony Hill, and Van Schaik
Guilderland at SHR and CLC
Lansingburgh at Turnpike and RPES
Niskayuna* at 3041 Troy Schenectady Road
Troy at Sacred Heart and 21 1st Street
Rotterdam at 2617 Hamburg Street
Wynantskill at Gardner Dickinson School
*No morning care offered
Cohoes at Abram Lansing, Harmony Hill, and Van Schaik
Guilderland at SHR and CLC
Lansingburgh at Turnpike and RPES
Niskayuna* at 3041 Troy Schenectady Road
Troy at Sacred Heart and 21 1st Street
Rotterdam at 2617 Hamburg Street
Wynantskill at Gardner Dickinson School
*No morning care offered
BEFORE AND AFTER-SCHOOL PRICES (2021-22)
Monthly Rates
No. of Children |
Before School 4 or 5 days per week/3 days per week/1 or 2 days per week |
After School 4 or 5 days per week/3 days per week/1 or 2 days per week |
Combined 4 or 5 days per week/3 days per week/1 or 2 days per week |
1 |
$180/$125/$110 |
$300/$220/$150 |
$435/$310/$235 |
2 |
$225/$180/$150 |
$500/$340/168 |
$580/$415/$290 |
3 |
$300/$230/$190 |
$600/$440/$275 |
$630/$550/$325 |
- Fees are paid monthly for 10 months of the school year with the billing cycle being the 1st-30th.
- Pricing is standard, regardless of month, 10 months of the year
- Vacation camps and single days are paid separately per use (see below)
- Initiate your registration on the website (Be sure to read the TOS before agreeing)
- All price quotes include half days of care
- Program is open until 6:00 p.m. in most locations. Cohoes programs close at 5:30 p.m.
*Struggling with Finances? If you can demonstrate hardship, we can assist. Request our Eligibility Form and once you complete it, we will evaluate the potential for discounts. Email tsaldventures@gmail.com.
*We do accept DSS and WDI subsidy. Email tsladventures@gmail.com to enroll as a subsidized family
VACATION CAMPS (DECEMBER, FEBRUARY, APRIL) (2020-21 school year)
No. of children |
Weekly Rates |
Daily rates |
1 |
$190 |
$50 |
2 |
$315 |
$85 |
3 |
$400 |
$100 |
Register for these special weeks of camp online in advance
- Read the terms of service while registering
- Camp hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
- Lunches and snacks should be sent daily Monday through Thursday, with a meal deal on Friday
SINGLE DAYS OF CARE (GOOD THROUGH 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR)
No. of children |
Daily Rates |
1 |
$50 |
2 |
$85 |
3 |
$100 |
- Register online for single days of care
- Read the terms of service while registering
- Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
- Provide a lunch and snacks
SCHOOL-YEAR FAQ
Do we pay less during months that include vacation weeks or are otherwise less than 4 weeks long either by accident or design?
No. Before and after school costs include 10 equal monthly payments that are not pro-rated for any reasons.
Do buses bring children to your location after school?
Yes. District buses will transport your children to our location, and parents are responsible for pick-up.
Yes. District buses will transport your children to our location, and parents are responsible for pick-up.
Do you provide a snack during your after-school program?
Though each site frequently does snack activities, we do not offer a formal snack daily. Children are allowed to bring their own snacks and eat them at their convenience.
Though each site frequently does snack activities, we do not offer a formal snack daily. Children are allowed to bring their own snacks and eat them at their convenience.
What is your after-school program like?
TSL employs an open play and age-integrated environment that mixes organized clubs and activities with lots of free play options. Recreational activities include indoor and outdoor play as well as gym play in locations where a gym is available. Be mindful that it is our culture at each site location that sets us apart from other programs.
TSL employs an open play and age-integrated environment that mixes organized clubs and activities with lots of free play options. Recreational activities include indoor and outdoor play as well as gym play in locations where a gym is available. Be mindful that it is our culture at each site location that sets us apart from other programs.
What ages of children attend the after-school program?
Children in kindergarten through grade 6 participate in the TSL after-school programs. Some sites have students in grades 7 and 8 registered as well.
Children in kindergarten through grade 6 participate in the TSL after-school programs. Some sites have students in grades 7 and 8 registered as well.
What are your after-school hours?
We are open from drop-off until 6 p.m. daily at most locations
We are open from drop-off until 6 p.m. daily at most locations
Do you have homework time?
Yes. Each site location has its own homework time, which is a supervised time where children can sit and complete their homework under the direction of, and with the assistance of, an adult.
Yes. Each site location has its own homework time, which is a supervised time where children can sit and complete their homework under the direction of, and with the assistance of, an adult.
Are the kids separated by ages?
We do not separate children by age. Our philosophies are rooted in age-integrated and cooperative play. We foster a holistic community that is all-inclusive. Older children assist younger children, while younger children benefit from the modeling and assistance of older children.
We do not separate children by age. Our philosophies are rooted in age-integrated and cooperative play. We foster a holistic community that is all-inclusive. Older children assist younger children, while younger children benefit from the modeling and assistance of older children.
Can I drop my kids in for a full day of care if I need last-minute care?
No. Children must be enrolled previously on our website to attend a full day of care or vacation week.
No. Children must be enrolled previously on our website to attend a full day of care or vacation week.
Are the staff members all screened for the safety of the kids?
Yes. All staff members submit multiple clearances as required by New York State Office of Children and Family Services or the Department of Health. Many of our staff members are year-round employees of TSL in our after-school programs.
Yes. All staff members submit multiple clearances as required by New York State Office of Children and Family Services or the Department of Health. Many of our staff members are year-round employees of TSL in our after-school programs.
How many instructors or staff members do you have at a site? What’s the ratio?
Our ratio is 1:10. Depending on the number of enrollees at each site, our staffing numbers vary.
Our ratio is 1:10. Depending on the number of enrollees at each site, our staffing numbers vary.
How do you handle injuries or emergencies if a child gets hurt?
For cuts, bumps and scrapes, we use soap and water, ice packs, Band-Aids and TLC. Parents or 911 are called in the event of serious injury or sickness.
For cuts, bumps and scrapes, we use soap and water, ice packs, Band-Aids and TLC. Parents or 911 are called in the event of serious injury or sickness.
Do you accept DSS and WDI?
Yes, we work with local counties in their provision of government subsidies for families in need.
Yes, we work with local counties in their provision of government subsidies for families in need.