School Year Childcare Programs: 2025-2026 School Year
Before and After School Programs for Your Children
TSL distinguishes itself with enhanced programming, streamlined and company-made recreational curriculum, and several amazing and convenient "super-centers" where service is offered for kids from ages 0-12. We provide face-to-names behind the ownership, hands on involvement and training conducted by the ownership, and enhanced hours of communications. On top of that, we invest heavily in materials, resources, toys, games, and all the fun stuff kids love, offer below-market-rate tuition, and have a personal investment in our service. "Get on the bus" and come to us for off campus sites, or join us for one of our awesome in-house programs where we are in partnership with local schools and school districts! WE ARE CHILDCARE.
2025-26 before and after school enrollment is now OPEN!
Inquire within for rates
TSL’s school year program for the 2025-2026 school year consists of our regular before and 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.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PRICES (2025-2026)
TSL charges flat monthly rates for all of its year round programs. The rate is equivalent to the market rates established for your individual counties by our state governing bodies (last updated on October 1, 2024) for all of its before and after school program locations. Please inquire within about pricing, either by emailing us at [email protected], using the contact form on the website, or calling us at (518) 273-1100. Market rates may be discounted for prepaid families only.
Please note, half days of care, single days of care, vacation camps, and Summer camp weeks carry their own registration requirement and payment schedules.
Clients who enroll for the before and after school programs should note the following:
- You will pay a $25 non-refundable registration fee
- You will pay a $100 deposit used against your fees in your last month of service provided proper notice is given (Out of Pocket paying families only)
- You will be invoiced your monthly payment on the first of each month
- You will enroll in half day of care, single days of care, vacation camps, and Summer camps separately as needed
- Pick up your child in the operating windows (generally 7:30-5:30, but this varies per site)
TSL serves families of varying needs and we do NOT wish to make our great programs inaccessible to anyone. If our tuition rates create concern and you are not receiving assistance through your local county, you can check if you might be eligible for benefits by clicking here to see if you qualify for tuition assistance. Or download TSL's discount eligibility form to potentially receive ongoing discounts based on our established guidelines. Complete and return it to us at [email protected] and we'll notify you within 24 hours of your eligibility.
*We do accept DSS and WDI subsidy. Email [email protected] to enroll as a subsidized family
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 reason.
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. In those locations where we are servicing the schools in-house, the kids will simply come down to us after school.
Yes. District buses will transport your children to our location, and parents are responsible for pick-up. In those locations where we are servicing the schools in-house, the kids will simply come down to us after school.
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. In select locations, Cohoes, snacks are provided by the school.
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. In select locations, Cohoes, snacks are provided by the school.
What is your after school program like?
TSL employs an open play and age-integrated environment that mixes organized and free play activities aligned with a company-created annual curriculum. Recreational activities include indoor and outdoor play as well as gym play in locations where a gym is available.
TSL employs an open play and age-integrated environment that mixes organized and free play activities aligned with a company-created annual curriculum. Recreational activities include indoor and outdoor play as well as gym play in locations where a gym is available.
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. And other sites service children from 3-5 years old. Check with us to see what your specific location offers.
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. And other sites service children from 3-5 years old. Check with us to see what your specific location offers.
What are your after school hours?
We are open from drop-off until 5:30 p.m. daily at most locations. Some locations are open until 6 p.m.
We are open from drop-off until 5:30 p.m. daily at most locations. Some locations are open until 6 p.m.
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. We do not offer personal tutoring services, however. TSL does not take responsibility for the quality of your child's homework, or if they finish homework or not. Those issues are between parents and children.
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. We do not offer personal tutoring services, however. TSL does not take responsibility for the quality of your child's homework, or if they finish homework or not. Those issues are between parents and children.
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. That said, children tend to naturally play with kids their own age.
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. That said, children tend to naturally play with kids their own age.
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.
Locations
Bethlehem/Delmar at 339 Delaware Avenue
Clifton Park at 4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park
Cohoes at Abram Lansing and Harmony Hill
East Greenbush at First United Methodist
Guilderland at SHR
Rotterdam at 2617 Hamburg Street
Syracuse at East Genesee Street and Jowonio School
Troy at 547 River Street, PS12 (pre school only) and Sacred Heart
Waterford-Halfmoon UFCSD
Wynantskill at Gardner Dickinson School