After-School Programs in Poughkeepsie, NY

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After-School Programs Market in Poughkeepsie

Typical Range

$400-$900 per month

Avg Project

$650

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Many programs offer sibling discounts of 10-20%.

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Honeybee Child Care Corp.Verified

3.4★5 reviews

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Honeybee Child Care Corp. is a licensed school-age child care program in Poughkeepsie, NY. Contact role: Director. Located in the Spackenkill school district. License verified and active through NY OCFS.

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(845) 214-0402

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Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh, Inc.

0.0★0 reviews

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Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh, Inc. is a licensed school-age child care program in Poughkeepsie, NY. Contact role: Director. Located in the Poughkeepsie school district. License verified and active through NY OCFS.

School-age children care

(845) 561-4936

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Childcare Licensing in Poughkeepsie

NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Dutchess County

(845) 431-7000|Official Website

Licensing typically required. Most after-school programs providers in Poughkeepsie must be licensed by the state. Verify that any provider you consider holds a current, valid license before enrolling your child.

All childcare providers in Dutchess County must be licensed or registered through NY OCFS. Licensing types include Day Care Center, Group Family Day Care, Family Day Care, and School-Age Child Care. Providers must pass background checks, health and safety inspections, maintain CPR/First Aid certification, and meet minimum staff-to-child ratios. Dutchess County Child Care Council at (845) 473-4141 offers referral services. Nanny agencies and private tutors are not required to hold state licenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

1How much do after-school programs cost in Poughkeepsie?

After-school programs in Poughkeepsie cost $400-$900 per month. Many programs offer sibling discounts of 10-20%. Most programs run from school dismissal until 6pm and include snacks, homework help, and activities. Late pickup fees of $1-$5 per minute are common.

2What do after-school programs include in Poughkeepsie?

Most Poughkeepsie after-school programs offer a mix of homework help, outdoor play, arts and crafts, and organized activities. Some include enrichment options like STEM, music, or sports for an additional fee. Programs typically run from school dismissal (around 3pm) until 5:30-6pm, with late pickup fees of $1-$5 per minute.

3How do I find after-school care near my child's school in Poughkeepsie?

Start by asking your school's front office — many Dutchess County schools host on-site programs through the YMCA, local recreation departments, or private providers. Check if the program offers bus pickup from your child's school. Licensed programs must meet state safety and staffing requirements under OCFS oversight.

4Are after-school programs required to be licensed in NY?

In New York, after-school care programs that operate during school hours or serve children under 13 are generally required to be licensed by OCFS (ocfs.ny.gov), though school-sponsored programs have different requirements. Licensed Poughkeepsie programs are inspected for safety, staff training, and child-to-staff ratios. Always ask a program for their license number and verify it in the OCFS database before enrolling.

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