Afterschool Programming At The Art Farm

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB AT THE ART FARM

We are so excited to continue our NEW afterschool programming at The Art Farm NYC! This program is fantastic for grades Pre-k through 5th Grade. The Art Farm NYC Afterschool Program is a unique experience unlike any other after-school program you will find in New York City. Children ages 4 – 10 will get to interact with our live animals every day in our petting zoo, and either participate in arts and crafts, cooking in our kitchen, or continue to learn about our animal collection!

Every day our program will include snack time (snacks can be provided from home or The Art Farm will provide), outdoor play at Asphalt Green PlayGround or indoor games weather dependent. All of our club members will get a chance to go to our petting zoo every day and also have quiet time to work on homework or participate in storytime and reading. While the listed activities above happen daily in the program, please see the focus activity of each day when you register.

All programs are split into age-appropriate groups

PreK - The Fishies Group
Kindergarten - 2nd Grade - The Geckos Group
3rd - 5th Grade - The Chinchillas Group

Program starts at 3pm and pick-up begins at 5:30 - 6pm.

Students can be dropped off and picked up at The Art Farm or participate in local school pick-up at PS151 (Yorkville Community School).

For any student that wants to participate in local school pick-up to the Art Farm afterschool program from PS 151, the fee is $8 per day, simply use the buttons further down the page to register.

2026 Fall Semester September 14th, 2026 - January 29th, 2027

Save more when you register for additional classes!

Monthly payment plans are available.

*After School Club at The Art Farm will not be in session during these holidays: Yom Kippur, Rosh Hashanah, Indigenous People’s Day, Diwali, Election Day, Veteran's Day, Wednesday Before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving, Friday After Thanksgiving, MLK Day, Winter Recess, Spring Recess, Memorial Day, Juneteenth.

Download Our Fall 2026 Semester Calendar Now!

Mondays: NEW! Critters & Crafts - Fall 2026 Semester
PreK
Fall Semester: $1,472

Critters & Crafts is the perfect blend of animal science and art—encouraging 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.

Mondays: NEW! Junior Zookeepers - Fall 2026 Semester
Grades K-5
Fall Semester: $1,472

In this program, children step into the role of junior animal caretakers as they explore real aspects of animal husbandry, including feeding, cleaning, enrichment, behavior observation, and more. Each week focuses on a new theme, like animal nutrition, enclosure design, or vet care. With guidance from The Art Farm's professional animal caretakers, Keeper Club members will handle tools, prepare diets, clean enclosures, observe behavior, and even create enrichment for their favorite animal friends. This immersive program helps children build empathy, responsibility, and confidence while developing a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

Tuesdays: Art For Creative Kids - Fall 2026 Semester
PreK
Fall Semester: $1,656

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!

Tuesdays: NEW! Amazing Animals & Art - Fall 2026 Semester
Grades K-5
Fall Semester: $1,656

Does your child have a keen interest in the animal world and a love for creativity? Young zoologists and artists will have the opportunity to be kind and respectful towards animals and nature in this unique hands-on science and art program. Students will take an in-depth look at a variety of LIVE animals, learn about their unique characteristics, and bring their discoveries to life through fun animal-inspired art projects.

Wednesdays: Farm Foodies - Fall 2026 Semester
All Groups
Fall Semester: $1,615

Farm Fresh and Seasonal! Finally, your child can enjoy a cooking class where they learn the basics of cooking and the importance of fresh ingredients as well. Please join our chef in smelling mint, shaping brioche, peeling rhubarb, cutting cookies and tasting new fresh fruits and vegetables. Your child will embark on a cooking and sensory adventure while developing their taste buds for food fresh from the farm. This program will follow The Art Farm Seasonal Cooking Menu.

Thursdays: Explore With Art - Fall 2026 Semester
PreK
Fall 2026 Semester: $1,472

It’s time to explore with art! In every class, students will experiment with exciting new materials and innovative techniques to express their creativity. From painting with bubble wrap to using toy cars to create unique textures in paint, we’ll dive into fun, hands-on projects that encourage exploration and discovery. By experimenting with different textures, tools, and mediums, everyone will have the chance to create their very own masterpiece while having fun and expanding their artistic skills.

Thursdays: Mini Masterpieces - Fall 2026 Semester
Grades K-5
Fall 2026 Semester: $1,472

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.

Fridays: Animal Superstars - Fall 2026 Semester
All Groups
Fall 2026 Semester: $1,564

If the Olympics were held for animals, what would the events be? In this exciting hands-on exploration of the animal kingdom, we will be introduced to some LIVE animal athletes from around the world and figure out if they would win a gold medal! We will examine the body parts of amazing swimmers, jumpers, climbers and diggers then investigate how these awesome adaptations help animals survive in their specific habitats. Discover which creatures might not be the fastest, slowest, tallest, or smallest but are some of the most important animals on earth. As we discover the unique features of the most amazing animal champions of the world, we will take that knowledge and design our own award-winning Animal Athletes!

Interested in learning more? Simply fill out the form below to ask our Afterschool Coordinator a question!