After School Pick-Up Program

2025–2026 Year-Round Program

Ages

5-11

Program Details

Time: 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

NYSA's after-school art program provides a creative outlet for kids to explore their artistic potential.

We offer a variety of art activities:

Art/Craft (5-9y)
Drawing and Painting (5-6y, 7-8y, 9-10y)
Kids Pottery (6-8y, 9-12y)
Kids Digital (7-10y)
Fashion Sewing (9-14y)
Fashion Illustration (9-14y)

Service Schedules

Pick-up & Snack Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Art Classes: 4:30 pm - 5:50 pm

After Care: 5:50 pm - 6:00 pm

Pick-Up Schedule

Fiore Montessori: Wednesday
Marshall Road Elementary: Wednesday
Stenwood Elementary: Thursday
Oakton Elementary: Thursday
Westbriar Elementary: Friday
Flint Hill Elementary: Tuesday and Thursday
Vienna Elementary: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Louise Archer Elementary: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Wolftrap Elementary: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

*If you don’t see your child’s school listed, don’t be disappointed. Contact us for more possibilities.

New Annual Enrollment + Monthly Payment Plan

Starting this August, enrollment will be for the entire 2025–2026 school year. No more semester-by-semester registration!

We’re also introducing a 10-month recurring payment plan, so there’s no need to pay the full year’s fee upfront.

Here’s how it works:

A non-refundable registration fee of $100 is due at the time of registration (once per academic year).
Monthly auto-payments will be charged on the 15th of each month, beginning August 15, 2025, and continuing through May 2026.
If a student withdraws and later re-registers within the same school year, the $100 registration fee will apply again.

To start the subscription, please register for the Pick-Up Approval first. After you fill out the form, one of our staff will contact you via email to confirm. Once you receive approval, you can register for our After-School Program.

There are limited shuttle seats. Register as soon as possible to reserve your seats.

Pick-Up Approval

What is the duration of each class?

Usually, class duration is 1 hour 20 minutes. Some classes can be 1 hour 50 mins. You can see the class duration on our registration page here.
Will students do repetitive projects?

Our curriculum for class will be changed every semester so you can continually explore different materials and skills.
Will I need to bring my own art materials to class?

No, you don't have to bring any materials. We provide all necessary art materials, including paints, paper, oil pastels, charcoals, and more for your classes. Additionally, we incorporate recycled materials because we believe in promoting sustainability in art. For Pottery classes, we offer 12.5lb clay per semester at no cost. Please note, that if you choose to bring your own materials, we do not offer a prorated material fee.
Do you strictly enforce age group limitations?

Yes, we do adhere strictly to our age limitations. Our aim is to ensure that our education is tailored to meet the specific needs of different age groups, providing high-quality instruction accordingly.
If I join a class midway through the session, how will the tuition be adjusted?

Your tuition and fees will be prorated automatically when you enroll midway through the session. This adjustment will be made during your check-out process.
What if I cannot attend one class due to sickness or my other schedules?

You can arrange up to 2 make-up classes per semester/session (typically spanning 9-11 weeks per session). See our make-up policy here. Please be aware that make-up classes are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. We strongly encourage students to attend classes punctually.
Can I join a class after the semester has begun? Have I missed the foundational content?

Absolutely! You can join our art classes at any time during the semester. This applies to all Drawing/Painting classes, Craft/Cooking Art classes, and Adult Painting classes. However, please note that Digital and Fashion classes might have specific prerequisites. For more information, check the Digital & Fashion category.
How to schedule a makeup class?

Step 1: Email your absent information to info@nyschoolarts.com. Our staff will reply with available makeup date and time with a Makeup request form link. Step 2: Submit the form with the ideal makeup class date and time. We will schedule makeup classes accordingly. *The makeup class is confirmed upon your submission. There might not be a confirmation email. Please be aware that make-up classes are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. We strongly encourage students to attend classes punctually.
What if I cannot attend the makeup class?

Please note that you cannot reschedule a makeup class if you missed the scheduled time. If you need to reschedule, contact us before your makeup class starts.
How long is one class?

Digital Illustration for 11-15 year-olds is 1hr 50 min. Digital Illustration for 8-10 year-olds are I hr 20 min. Fashion classes for 9 to 14-year-olds are 1 hr 20min. Adult Fashion classes are 1 hr 50 min.
Who is eligible for digital classes?

Digital classes are open for students from 8 to 15 years old. For some digital classes, you have to finish the prerequisite classes or equivalent camps.
Who is eligible for sewing classes?

Fashion classes are open for students from 9 to 14 years old or adults. For some fashion classes, you have to finish the prerequisite classes or equivalent camps.
If I have prior experience in fashion sewing, can I exempt myself from the prerequisite classes?

We encourage those with prior sewing experience to enroll in our classes. To assess whether you can bypass certain prerequisites, our instructors will evaluate your sewing work samples. In some cases, we may request a sewing test to determine if you meet the criteria for exemption.
If I already have experience in digital illustration or animation, can I bypass the prerequisite classes?

We welcome experienced individuals to join our classes. To potentially skip certain levels, we kindly request that you submit your work samples created using the same program and device we use for teaching. Our instructors will assess your work to determine if you can bypass these classes.
What if the system error says the student doesn’t meet the prerequisite requirement for this class but they actually do?

If you have already completed the prerequisite class but still see the error, please contact info@nyschoolarts.com and we will help you through the registration.
I want to register, but the classes are “read-only”.

Typically, the first 3 classes are lecture-heavy. It’ll be hard for students to join in the middle of the session. For all the classes with levels, we close the registration for each session after the 3rd week of class.
If I bring my own device or materials, can I get a refund for the technology fee or material fee?

Regrettably, we are unable to offer refunds or prorate the technology or material fees. These fees encompass the comprehensive usage of our facilities and are integral to the classes we offer. Our aim is to ensure that even if you forget materials or your digital device, your class experience remains uninterrupted. While you're welcome to bring your own materials or device, please note that the material and tech fees are essential to ensuring the seamless continuity of our classes.