Registration for the 2022/2023 Childcare programs open on Monday, July 18th for returning families and Monday, July 25th any
un-claimed spots will be open to the general public.
Registration Information for 2021/2022 Childcare Programs
REGISTRATIONS FOR 2021/2022 ARE FULL. If you would like to be added to the wait list please contact the Recreation Department at 929-8381.
The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our COVID-19 Response Plan,medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.
Before School Childcare
Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AM
Our Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM.
After School Childcare
Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PM
The After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registration
Before Care Pricing
5 days/week-$150 a month
4 days/week-$132 a month
3 days/week- $108 a month
2 days/week-$80 a month
Aftercare Pricing
5 days/week - $220 a month
4 days/week- $192 a month
3 days/week- $156 a month
2 days/week- $112 a month
* above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will vary
If you have questions regarding the 2021/2022Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.