School-aged
Out-of-School-Time Programs
2026-27 school year:
Register today!
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After-School Program, Kindergarten - 8th Grade:
HPNC's After-School Program (ASP) offers a safe and supportive environment for kids during the after school period. Our staff provide homework help, nutritious snacks, enrichment activities, and time to socialize.
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Kids can expect to make friends from other schools and to let out physical energy in our onsite gym, outdoor playground, and surrounding park. HPNC is known for our warm, pro-social approach to child and youth development.
After-School Program Details:
Days: Monday-Friday, choose the days that work best for you!
Time: 2:30-6:30pm
School pick-up: We offer either walking or van pick-up from the following schools: NKO, Ray, Murray, Bret Harte, St. Thomas and UChicago Lab.
Late pick-up time: HPNC offers one of the latest pick-up times for an afterschool program in the area - 6:30pm - at no extra charge.
Additional fees for school dismissal before 2:30 will apply.
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No family is turned away due to inability to pay. HPNC welcomes families that receive a childcare subsidy through Illinois Action for Children. Additional financial assistance is available for qualifying families.​ ​​Learn more about financial aid opportunities.
Access Pass
Pass Type
Youth (11-18)
Family
Annual Fee
$60
$120
An Access Pass is now required for all program participants and their families for registration into HPNC and on-site partner programs. This will aid in building security and communication. A Family Pass includes all individuals living in one household and registered under the same family profile. A Youth Pass is an individual pass for participants ages 11-18 who come to HPNC accompanied. Fees will recur annually and will be applied at the first check out of each renewal period. Financial assistance is available.
*Youth ages 11-18 do not need to a separate Youth Pass if their household has a Family Pass.
Vacation Days
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What do you do when your kids have a day off, but you don't? Bring them to HPNC! We offer fun and thoughtful activities for select holidays, teacher in-service days, and parent-teacher conference days for many Chicago Public School, UChicago Lab School, and Catholic school days off. Give your kids the break and the care that they need when school is not in session.
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Example schedule of a Vacation Day
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Grades: K-8th
Time: 8:00am-4:00pm; Extended day option available to 6:30pm
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2026-2027 Vacation Days:​
Monday, October 12, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday, November 23, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Monday, December 21, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, January 29, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday, February 15, 2027, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday, February 23, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday, March 22, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, March 23, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday, March 24, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, March 25, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, April 6, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday, April 12, 2027, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Enrollment in ASP does not include a space in extended day care if your child's school is not in session. Make sure to choose the "Extended Day" add-on at check out for pick-up after 4:00pm on Vacation Days.
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