How After-School Care Supports Working Families

What good after-school care actually provides

A real transition from school: Snack first, then settling in. School-age children arrive hungry and tired.
Homework support: A quiet space and an adult who can help — so the dinner table isn't a battle later.
Outdoor and physical play: Most kids have been sitting all day. They need to move.
Friendships and social time: Kids decompress with friends, not in a silent room.
Reliable hours: A program that stays open late enough to handle a real commute, without surprise late fees.

What to ask when choosing

What are the actual hours? What's the late-pickup fee?
Which elementary schools does the program pick up from?
What does a typical afternoon look like?
How is homework handled?
What happens on Cobb County school holiday days?
What's included — snack, activities, supplies?
What's the adult-to-child ratio?
Are staff trained in CPR and First Aid?

The bilingual advantage

For families with bilingual children, an after-school program with Spanish-speaking staff means your child can be themselves all day — and continue developing both languages naturally.

Help paying for after-school care

Working families with eligibility may qualify for Georgia's Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) subsidy, which can help cover after-school care costs.

CAPS subsidy program (DECAL) — eligibility and application
Find a Quality Rated provider — search Georgia DECAL's public registry

About our after-school program

Marietta Academy's After-School Care serves children ages 5 – 12. Open 2:30 – 6:30 PM weekdays, before-school care available 6:00 – 8:00 AM, pickup from select Cobb County elementary schools, bilingual staff, real snacks, homework support, structured enrichment activities.

Learn about our After-School Care program →

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