Bright Minds OST

Ages 5 – 13

Bright Minds Out-of-School Time (OST) provides a safe, engaging, and enriching after-school environment for students.

  • Bright Minds OST offers after-school programming designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning:

    • Project-based educational experiences that balance academic support with fun

    • Teacher-designed themed units that incorporate English, Math, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and STEAM

    • Homework help to support academic growth and confidence

  • Children ages 5-13

    In order to participate in this program, children must be enrolled in school

  • East Boston Social Centers at 68 Central Square

  • After School: 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm

    Full Day: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm (available during the summer and on days when there is no school)

    Full-day Arrival Cutoff: 9:15 am (we are unable to accept children after this time)

  • Financial assistance for child care is available based on state requirements. Contact our enrollment team for details about costs and payment options.

    If you would like to apply for financial assistance for childcare, in addition to contacting our enrollment team, please call Mass211 to register your family for the state waitlist. Dial 2-1-1 to reach the state waitlist service. Spanish-speaking agents are available.

Ready to Enroll?

Reach out to our enrollment team for next steps. We offer sliding-scale fees based on a family’s income level. We can’t wait to meet you and your little ones. Please fill out the form if you’re interested in enrolling and if you have any questions email the coordinator.

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