ELEMENTARY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS IN NYC
At Lillie D. Blake School (PS 6)
Grades PreK-5 After School Programs at P.S. 6
Grades K-5 Afterschool Program
Monday - Friday
2:30pm - 5:45pm
PreK Afterschool Program
Tuesdays
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Spring Semester Dates:
February 2, 2026 - June 18, 2026
The Art Farm is very excited to bring our branded programming in live animal science, art, and nature with our expert staff to your school every week.
All of our programs will include snack time with snacks provided from home, indoor games/activities, quiet time for homework and reading, the following topics we will focus on each day.
**Monthly payment plans are available**
Spring 2026 Registration Opens December 2nd at 7:00pm!
Monday: Working With Wildlife (Live Animal Encounters)
Grade: K-2 & 3-5
Spring Semester 2026: $935
Does your child adore animals? Do they dream about becoming a zookeeper or veterinarian when they grow up? If so, then this program will give them the opportunity to explore several jobs which focus on being around animals everyday! Activities will include: listening to bird calls, designing zoo exhibits, examining x-rays of animal broken bones and practicing science observation skills while learning how to be a field biologist. We will meet LIVE animals every week and discuss how we can make sure that animals stay happy and healthy whether they are in the wild, in a zoo, on a farm or in our home as a pet!
Tuesday: Amazing Animals & Art (Live Animal Encounters)
Grade: K-2 & 3-5
Spring Semester 2026: $990
Step into the wild world of animal survival! Children will discover how creatures thrive in nature—no human tools or technology required. Each week, they’ll meet LIVE animals up close and investigate the incredible traits that help them blend in, stay safe, and thrive in their habitats. After meeting the animal, students will bring their learning to life through a creative art project inspired by these amazing survival skills.
NEW! Tuesday: Critters & Crafts
Grade: PreK
Spring Semester 2026: $810
Critters & Crafts is the perfect blend of animal science and art that encourages young learners to explore, observe, and create! In this hands-on class designed especially for PreK students, children will meet a new live animal each week during an engaging 30-minute science session. After getting up close and personal with the animal of the day, students will transition into an art activity inspired by what they’ve learned. Whether it’s crafting a turtle shell collage or painting a butterfly’s wings, children will express their observations through fun, imaginative projects that reinforce animal science concepts and fine motor skills.
Wednesday: Explore With Art
Grade: K-1
Spring Semester 2026: $935
It’s time to explore art. Every class we will learn about new techniques and new ways to express our creativity. We will make art by painting with bubble wrap, dragging small cars through paint, and more. We will always create a masterpiece using many different materials. Whether we paint on canvas or create with recycled materials, everyone is sure to have fun creating and exploring art.
Wednesday: Mini Masterpieces (Advanced Art)
Grade: 1-5
Spring Semester 2026: $935
In this unique art class, students will focus on a different famous artist every week. We will explore their techniques and masterpieces before we create our own. Children will be introduced to different mediums such as acrylic paint, watercolors, chalk, and more! We will introduce and review the process of the famous artist we are focusing on as we encourage the children to create their own pieces of art.
Thursday - Art For Creative Kids
Grade: K-2 & 3-5
Spring Semester 2026: $825
In this exciting and imaginative art class, children will explore the world of creativity through hands-on art projects inspired by beloved children's storybooks and the wonders of the natural world around us. Each week, students will read a different storybook to inspire their artwork. Who knows - maybe we'll see Pete the Cat or Clifford the Big Red Dog in our masterpieces!
Friday: Culinary Kids Cooking Class
Grade: K-2 & 3-5
Spring Semester 2026: $840
Work with our professionally trained chef to learn about nutrition, fruits and vegetables! Each week we will make a special no-bake recipe to go home with and enjoy. All recipes are nut and sesame free.