About
Us
Care After School, the nationally
recognized,
self-supporting, non-profit organization which operates in the
Worthington Schools, serves families with children in grades K-6 by
providing safe, enjoyable and affordable child care. Children are
served a snack each day and participate in a variety of
age-appropriate, play-oriented activities, including games, sports,
arts and crafts, drama, cooking, music, science experiments, special
events and more! The program is licensed by the Ohio Department of Job
and Family Services and is self-supporting. CAS follows the Worthington
Schools' calendar and does not operate when schools are closed.
Visiting
a site
Parents are welcome to visit
and observe the program
at any time. Because staff are actively involved with children during
program hours, scheduling a time to talk with the Site Director is
recommended.
Staff
CAS staff members are
well-qualified specialists who
have sincere interest in children and are committed to providing a
warm, supportive environment to enhance the child's self image. Staff
members receive training in First Aid, Child Abuse Recognition and
Prevention and the Management of Communicable Diseases. They are also
required to complete 15 hours of additional training each school year.
Each staff member is required to submit 3 references and a medical
statement. A criminal record check is performed on each employee.
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Ratios
The student-to-staff ratio
never exceeds 18:1.
Goals
To provide a flexible, developmentally-appropriate play and success-oriented curriculum which complements the home and school by encouraging physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth and positive feelings of self worth of students in a group setting.
To provide a warm, secure environment designed to encourage decision-making, problem solving, individual expression, and freedom within limits, where children can respect and enjoy each other in a group setting.
To provide a competent and caring professional staff who understand and meet the needs of the children in a group child care.
To provide frequent and open communication with parents which provides support and encourages involvement.
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