Enriching Afterschool Care
for Concord Elementary Students
Beyond the Bell is a high-quality afterschool program in Concord, MA serving children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 from all Concord elementary schools.
Located at the Concord Scout House, our afterschool childcare program provides a safe, engaging environment where children can build friendships, complete homework, explore new interests, and develop confidence through meaningful enrichment activities.
Designed around the needs of Concord families, Beyond the Bell offers a balance of homework support, creative exploration, outdoor play, and social-emotional development. Guided by experienced educators and backed by Babilou Family's global expertise in education, we create afternoons filled with learning, connection, and fun, helping children thrive long after the final school bell rings.
Our afternoons are intentionally designed around three key developmental needs. This structure ensures a balance of well-being, learning, creativity and activity.
Regulation & Connection- Healthy snack and social time
- Emotional check-ins and group circle
- Outdoor play and movement
Focus
- Homework support in structured spaces
- Reading and calm games
- Independent and guided learning groups
- Reading, journaling, and skill-building
Exploration & Enrichment
- Creative, hands-on projects
- Student choice and voice
- Deep skill development over time
Beyond the Bell is brought to you by Babilou Family US, a global leader in early childhood education operating over 2,500 schools worldwide. In the US, Babilou Family runs Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, First Chapters, and Heartworks schools across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Vermont, and now extends that same trusted approach beyond early education into elementary afterschool childcare with Beyond the Bell.
Our approach is grounded in Babilou Family's Sustainable Education framework, a research-based model built on neuroscience, child development, and evidence-based practices.
Our Beyond the Bell program extends our educational approach to elementary-aged children. Every moment matters from playtime to transitions, conversations and activities, we create an environment with thoughtfully- designed activities that follow the children’s interest. This ensures every day is filled with meaningful small and big adventures.
We ensure every child:
- Feels safe, valued, and included
- Builds confidence and independence
- Develops meaningful relationships
- Discovers their passions and strengths
Located at the Concord Scout House at 74 Walden Street, Beyond the Bell provides high-quality afterschool care for children in Kindergarten through Grade 5. Our convenient Concord location makes it easy for families to access a safe, engaging environment where children can learn, connect, and grow after the school day ends.
We proudly provide afterschool care for children attending:
- Alcott Elementary School
- Thoreau Elementary School
- Willard Elementary School
Flexible scheduling options are available to meet the needs of busy Concord families, and transportation is provided from all three schools.
We know Concord Public Schools dismisses early every Wednesday — and we've built Beyond the Bell around it.
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 3:30 p.m. – 6:00pm
- Wednesdays: 12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (full coverage for early release days)
Choose a schedule that works for your family – two, three, four or five days a week.
Transportation is provided from all three Concord, MA elementary schools. Bus assignments will be communicated to enrolled families before the program begins.
Beyond the Bell follows Concord Public Schools' calendar, including snow days and weather-related closures.
See the full Concord Public Schools calendar.
Through our family app, you'll always know how your child's afternoon is going:
- Real-time arrival notifications
- Weekly photos and activity updates
- Important program communications, all in one place
Ready To Join Beyond The Bell?
We're excited to bring a new afterschool option to Concord families. Located at the Concord Scout House, Beyond the Bell offers a safe, engaging environment where children can build friendships, get homework support, explore new interests, and have fun every afternoon.
Complete the form below to receive program information and an enrollment application. Space is limited and enrollment is subject to availability.
FAQ'S
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 3:30–6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 12:30–6:00 p.m.
Children should bring the following each day:
- A nut-free afternoon snack
- A refillable water bottle
- A nut-free lunch on Wednesdays
Please label all food containers, lunch boxes, and water bottles with your child’s name.
Tuition reflects the cost of the full school-year program and is divided into 10 equal monthly installments. Monthly tuition remains the same even when the number of program days varies from month to month.
Payments must be made through a checking account and will be processed on the 25th of each month from August through May.
- One-time, nonrefundable registration fee: $100
- Schedule-change fee: $35 for each approved request
- Late pickup fee: $1 per minute after 6:00 p.m.
Email BeyondTheBell@babilou-family-us.com to request an application.
Once your child is offered a space, you will receive an activation link. The one-time, nonrefundable $100 registration fee must be paid within 48 hours of receiving the link to secure your child’s enrollment. If payment is not received within 48 hours, the space may be offered to another family.
Families will use the Kindertales family app to receive:
- Real-time arrival and pick-up notifications
- Weekly photos and activity highlights
- Important announcements
- Program reminders and other communications
