Extended Day & After School Activities

The warm, nurturing environment that Spartanburg Day School students receive in the classroom every day continues into the Extended Day program.
Our dedicated after school staff thoughtfully plan a variety of activities - from crafts to story time to developmental games and art projects. There's plenty of opportunity for outdoor play, as well as structured time for homework.

Through the Extended Day program, students also have the opportunity to register for a variety of optional after school activities, including soccer, piano, tennis, culinary camp and more.

Extended Day begins at 2:30 p.m. for our preschool students and is available until 6 p.m. for students from 2 years to eighth grade.

Want to learn more? Contact Extended Day Director Beth Ryan (beth.ryan@sdsgriffin.org).

Registration options

Spartanburg Day School families can choose to register for Extended Day by the semester or drop-in as needed.

*Preschool families (2s, 3s & 4s) have already selected one of the following tuition options: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Therefore, there is no need for preschool families to register for Extended Day.

Semester: $1,300

Drop-in: $32/day (kindergarten-8th grade only)
So that our faculty can adequately prepare, please submit the form below at least 24-hours in advance of the requested date.
The Extended Day staff will make every effort to accommodate drop-ins, however SDS reserves the right to deny a request based on classroom capacities.

Extended Day Drop-In Form

Daily Pick-Up

Please make every effort to pick up your child on time. Depending on the option selected, Extended Day ends at 2:30 or 6 p.m. However, we know that emergencies happen. Please call the school and let us know if you are running late.

Parents will be billed $25 for every 15 minutes after the agreed upon pick up time. *Late is considered to be 2:50 p.m. or after 6 p.m.

2022-23 Extended Day Calendar

The Extended Day team will provide care for semester-registered (2:30 - 6 p.m.) Extended Day students on the dates listed below.

- Early Dismissal Days: most are included in your semester fee at no extra charge (please see calendar below for specifics). For Preschool: if your child is registered until 2:30 p.m., you will need to pick-up at 11:30 a.m. on Early Dismissal Days; if registered for Full Extended Day, then you may pick-up anytime before 6 p.m. There will not be a registration process for Early Dismissal days.

- Special Days are days that SDS is on a modified schedule but child care is provided for an additional fee. This fee will be billed to your FACTS account. You may select your desired pick-up time during registration. The cost is $50 from 7:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and $75 from 7:45 a.m. - 6 p.m. The registration link will be emailed out one month prior to specific dates; space is limited.

August 17	Early dismissal (no Extended Day)
August 18	First day of Extended Day
September 2	Early dismissal (Extended Day open)
September 5	Labor Day (school closed)
October 6	Early dismissal (Extended Day open)
October 7 & 10	Fall Break (school closed)
November 1	Special Day
December 16	Early dismissal (no Extended Day)
January 4	2nd semester begins (Extended Day open)
January 16	MLK, Jr. Day (school closed)
February 16	Early dismissal (Extended Day open)
February 17	Special Day
February 20	Presidents' Day (school closed)
March 16	Early dismissal (Extended Day open)
March 17	Special Day
April 3-7	Spring Break (school closed)
May 19	Early dismissal (no Extended Day)

Register for After School Activities | Winter 2023

Musical Theatre

March 9 - April 27 (no class March 16 or Spring Break)
2nd - 4th grades
Thursdays, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
$125

Join Arts in Motion for a musical theater class that incorporates jazz dance, acting, and an introduction to voice. A typical class structure will feature warm ups, acting games that incorporate vocal exercises, and choreography. A must for your aspiring actor/singer/dancer!

Movement and Motion

March 6 - April 20 (no class Spring Break)
K & 1st grades
Monday OR Wednesday, 2:30 - 3:15 p.m.
$70

Join Coach Grace for 45 minutes of organized movement. Each week will focus on a different activity/exercise, combining sports with conditioning for an instructive and energetic experience.

World Passport

March 7 - April 18
1st - 4th grades
Tuesdays, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
$195

Have your child become a world traveler without ever leaving SDS with Lenora Sansbury in World Passport! Students will “travel” to a different country each week, partake in activities pertaining to the chosen location (arts and crafts, food, literature), and receive a passport stamp for every new country they visit.

Preschool Art

March 8 - April 19 (no class April 5)
3s & 4s
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
$195

Join Lenora Sansbury for an interactive and creative mess-fest as we use our imaginations to explore the world of art through a preschooler’s eyes. Each week students will design a new art project and be able to bring their work home! Let’s create a world of color together!

Organic Garden 101

March 10 - April 28 (no class March 17 or Spring Break)
kindergarten - 4th
Fridays, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
$150

Join Joel Sansbury in the SDS organic garden to help plant, tend and harvest! Students will learn about different vegetables, fruits and herbs, their growth seasons and sustainable gardening practices.

Soccer

March 6 - May 3
2nd - 4th grades
Monday/Wednesday
2:30-3:45 p.m.
$150

SDS soccer coach Graham Brewer will coach not only fundamental soccer skills and strategies but also the commitment, accountability and cooperation essential for being on a team. This fun-filled clinic will meet 2 times per week with 3 weekend games against local teams. This program requires a commitment from the student-athlete to attend all practices and games.

Golf Squad

March 7 - May 2 (no class April 3)
1st - 4th
Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
$210

All Golf Squads are instructed by golf industry professionals. Everything essential is provided (Golf Squad Handbook, hat, all clubs, training equipment, etc). Classes will be instructed to suit the needs of new students as well as continuing students. Parents will receive weekly class emails describing what students will be learning in class.

Girls on the Run

Feb. 6 - April 23
3rd & 4th grades
Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:30-4 p.m.
$150

For over 25 years, parents and guardians have trusted the experts at Girls on the Run to provide research-based tools, strategies and activities to strengthen their girls' emotional and physical health. We inspire girls to build confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.

Private Voice Lessons

Spartanburg Day School's Applied Music Department offers each student music instruction designed to advance confidence and individual abilities. Whether you are a beginner or very advanced musician, you will feel welcomed and challenged. Lessons in voice are offered on a semester basis. Tuition provides for 12 weekly private lessons per semester, and students complete the semester with a spring awards recital. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the annual Spartanburg Music Festival held in the spring.

If you would like more information or to sign up for lessons please contact Beth Jennings at beth.jennings@sdsgriffin.org

Private Piano Lessons

Spartanburg Day School's Applied Music Department offers each student music instruction designed to advance confidence and individual abilities. Whether you are a beginner or very advanced musician, you will feel welcomed and challenged. Lessons in piano are offered on a semester basis. Tuition provides for 12 weekly private lessons per semester, and students complete the semester with a spring awards recital. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the annual Spartanburg Music Festival held in the spring.

If you would like more information or to sign up for lessons please contact Beth Jennings at beth.jennings@sdsgriffin.org

Private Guitar Lessons

kindergarten-8th grades

Students will receive one-on-one 30-minute guitar lessons with Ryan Ridgeway. Instruction includes music theory, cord structure, music reading, and ear training. Lessons will be personalized to the student's skill level and music interests. Guitar for the lesson can be provided if needed. Ryan is available between 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday.