The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough

Dear Parents / Guardians,

Welcome to the Northborough Extended Day Program (NEDP). NEDP provides After School Care for children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 in each of the four Northborough Public Elementary Schools. Presently, Before School Care is offered at two of the four schools, which is housed at Lincoln Street School and Peaslee School. Children who attend Zeh and Proctor Schools will be bussed to them from the before school care program.

Our programs are licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Our educators are chosen for their knowledge and experience in working with elementary school – aged children. Our educators are mature, highly trained and chosen for their experience, creativtiy, and sensitivity to the needs of the children.  They are present to address children’s individual needs, lead activities and facilitate each child’s physical, emotional, and social growth.  Staff are required to attend an in-depth orientation program at the beginning of the school year along with additional educational trainings throughout the school year to enhance all aspects of the programming. All NEDP educators undergo a background record check (CORI, DCF, SORI) and fingerprinting.  All educators maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.  All NEDP educators meet the Department of Early Education and Care of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education standards.

The NEDP programs provide a supervised, safe, and nurturing environment where children can socialize with their peers, engage in “Fun” and enriching activities and participate in recreational programming. In addition, time is set aside each day for children to do their homework. Meeting the needs of children during out of school time affords parents and guardians “peace of mind” knowing that their child is being well cared for.

We strive for excellence in providing positive experiences within all aspects of our organization. We place a high value on communication to ensure the success of our family participants. We welcome and value your input as we continue to provide our community with the highest quality school-aged before and after school childcare.

We look forward to continuing the valuable service we provide and the relationships that are formed with the families that support NEDP.

Sincerely,

Kim Allore

Director, NEDP