• Afterschool care for Washington Kindergartener

Afterschool care for Washington Kindergartener

I am a mom whose son is set to start kindergarten this fall at Washington Elementary in San Leandro. I work outside the home, and Washington does not have on-site before or aftercare for kindergarteners. So, I need a local childcare provider who will pick up from Washington. I've done some research (asking at the school, getting referrals from 4Cs, etc.), but I can't seem to find anything. Anyone have any recommendations or ideas? Frustrated Mom in San Leandro

I have heard great things about the Shefield Village program and I believe they pick children up from Roosevelt and Washington. Also, check for family home day care through 4Cs or the San Leandro Children & Youth Collaborative (http:/ /www.sl4youth.org--and tell them that there are limited after-care options in San Leandro) or the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce. Another option is to find out who your child's classmates are and see if any of them are doing a family day care or willing to do child care. And finally bug the school admin to get a Davis St on site center at Washington! Good luck! Dawn