Creative Afternoons That Spark Joy & Growth

 

Every afternoon is a chance for your child to grow—not just pass the time.

Now enrolling kids ages 5–10 - Our  after‑school program combines music, art, drama, homework help, and indoor play—led by experienced teachers who encourage growth, creativity, and connection.

With school pickup from Acton and Westford Public Schools, Stage Music Center makes after school hours enriching and easy for families. Located conveniently on Main Street in Acton, our program is trusted by local parents year-round and built on the same excellence as our 5-star-rated summer camps.

 
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Creative Kids After School Program in Acton, MA

Stage Music Center’s afterschool program in Acton, MA, provides a fun, creative space where kids can explore arts, crafts, singing, and other activities. Our after school care includes reliable transportation from Acton and Westford Public Schools! We make afternoons easy for parents while offering children an engaging, structured environment led by experienced instructors. Our program fosters creativity, confidence, and social connections through hands-on learning and play. Enroll today at our Acton, MA location!

Whether your child’s already into music or just curious to explore, our program is both an enriching and fun way to try something new. No experience needed.

Details

📅 Dates: Monday - Friday (1st day of school being Wednesday, Aug 28 for Acton Public Schools)
Time: 3:20 PM – 6:00 PM (includes school pickup & class time)
📍 Location: 930 Main St, Acton, MA
👧 Ages: 5-10

What Makes Us Different

  • Expert Instruction: Every activity is guided by teachers trained in art, music, or drama.

  • Inclusive & Welcoming: No prior experience needed—perfect whether your child is just exploring or already passionate!

  • Small Groups: Personalized attention builds confidence and connection through community.

  • Structured for Growth: A balanced mix of creative, social, and academic time — unlike passive screen-based options.

Skills & Outcomes We Nurture

  • 🎨 Artistic expression & creativity

  • 🎤 Public speaking & stage presence

  • 👥 Teamwork & friendship-building

  • 🧠 Focus, patience & problem-solving

  • 😊 Self­–confidence & pride in achievements

 

Let’s Talk!

Please complete the short form below and we will get back to you regarding registration!

 

A look at our day…

Daily Afternoon Sample (3:20–6:00 PM):

  • 3:20 – School Pickup — We handle the ride home from Acton & Westford public schools.

  • 3:40 – Snack & Social — Cozy downtime with friends and a snack packed from home, great for recharging!

  • 4:00 – Rotating Creative Block (45–60 min)

    • Art & Craft: Painting, sculpture, seasonal crafts — all take-home creations.

    • Singing & Drama: Vocal warmups, karaoke showdowns, preparing performances in small groups (confidence + teamwork).

    • Games & Play: Active brain-boosters designed to build curiosity and cooperation.

  • 5:00 – Homework & Quiet Time — Focus support or relaxing unstructured play.

  • 6:00 – Pick-up — Parents arrive to a smiling, inspired child.

 

  • Yes! We offer school pick-up from Acton and Westford public schools.

  • Yes — enrollment is open throughout the school year (aside from Finding Nemo KIDS on Mondays) as long as space is available.

  • No, but we have a two day/week minimum. You can choose specific days that work best for your family.

  • You can view the full schedule here!

  • You can view our full afterschool program costs here!

Why Choose our After School?

Our programs are trusted by local families year-round. Parents consistently give 5-star feedback for our summer camps and afterschool activities in Acton, MA—noting our warm staff, professional instruction, and the joy their children bring home each day.

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"My daughter absolutely loved this camp! She gained so much confidence and couldn’t stop talking about it. Highly recommend!"
– Sarah P., Winchester, MA

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"A fantastic program with amazing instructors. My son can’t wait to come back next year!"
– Mark L., Lexington, MA

Stage Music Center is YOUR choice for all things music and art! Located in Winchester and in Acton MA

At Stage Music Center in Winchester MA and Acton, MA we foster a sense of community through music by providing accessible high quality music and arts education and performance opportunities for children and students of all age and skill levels, from beginners to experienced students. We provide tailored music lessons for children, teenagers and adults.