FAQs

Visit www.ezchildtrack.com/fko/parent and create a new account! (This must be done on a computer or tablet, not compatible with a cell phone) Complete the enrollment steps and submit your application. Once approved, you will receive an email to schedule a Welcome Meeting with the Site Director. This is an important step in the enrollment process as it gives you and your child an opportunity to meet with staff, discuss any goals or needs of your child and be sure your child is comfortable on his first day!

Families in need of support with registration should contact an FKO Tuition Manager at 978-740-5437 ext. 11.

Yes! FKO accepts part-time and full-time childcare vouchers from Child Care Choices of Boston and Child Care Circuit.

Questions about your voucher or interested in joining EEC’s voucher waitlist? Contact an FKO Subsidy Manager or Family Case Manager at any time.

FKO is open year-round! Afterschool programs operate Monday through Friday from school dismissal until 5:30 pm. Programs are open on all early release days at school dismissal. During no school days, school vacation weeks and the summer months, FKO is open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Tuition Fees

• Before School - $11/day
• Afterschool - $25/day (no additional fee for school early release days)
• Full Days - $50/day

Yes!  Through FKO’s Helping Families Scholarships Fund, families may apply for financial assistance.  Helping Families scholarships follow income-eligibility guidelines set by the Mass Department of Early Education and Care. Limited funding if available.

Families interested in applying for Helping Families support can contact a Tuition Manager.

Yes! FKO welcomes all children in our out-of-school time programs. Prior to enrolling your child, it is asked that you contact the program Site Director or Regional Social Worker to discuss your child’s needs. Together, we will determine if an Afterschool Support Plan is necessary for your child and ensure any accommodations or supports are made available in order for your child to succeed.

Yes! All FKO programs are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care.

First and foremost, your child will have fun! All while exploring new interests, developing positive relationships, and learning new skills – cognitively, socially and emotionally.

FKO’s daily schedule includes a healthy snack or meal, project-based learning and enrichment classes, mindfulness and social-emotional learning activities, active play, and opportunities for homework completion. FKO educators develop caring and supportive relationships with children and partner closely with families, schools, and community organizations to provide individualized learning that helps each child reach his or her full potential.

Program environments are inclusive, with all activities guided by the following five Core Values that emphasize the healthy development of young children:

• Practice Kindness;
• Appreciate Differences;
• Foster Collaboration;
• Embrace Holistic Learning; and
• Be Supportive.

To learn more about FKO programs, click here.

FKO is always open to discussing opportunities to expand our family. Let’s connect! Feel free to reach out to our Director of Development at any time.

FKO provides space and opportunity each day for children to complete their homework. Whenever the schedule allows, FKO provides a designated 30-minute homework block.

FKO programs never exceed a ratio of 1 staff member to 13 students. With extra resources secured by FKO fundraising, this ratio is even lower in many program activities.

FKO’s team of full-time Site Coordinators bring an average of 8 years of experience working directly with school-age youth. Many also hold higher education degrees in fields related to education, special education, and child and youth development.

FKO’s out-of-school time educators bring unique skills capable of fostering children’s learning and healthy development. One of the most vital characteristics our staff can offer is their desire to develop supportive, caring relationships with enrolled children, the key factor research shows is essential to a quality OST program.

FKO takes pride in not only meeting but exceeding state guidelines for basic regulation, safety, training and professional development for all staff. FKO seeks professionals who meet the following qualifications to serve in our OST programs.

All FKO staff comply with EEC background checks to ensure the safety of enrolled children (CORI, SORI, DCF, Fingerprint).

FKO’s philosophy of child behavior education and discipline includes:

• Positive Behavior Supports
• An active partnership between FKO, families, and school
• Clearly communicated, developmentally appropriate lists of expected behaviors
• Direct, repeated instruction in expected behaviors
• High-frequency recognition for expected behaviors (verbal description)
• Targeted intervention/support for chronic behaviors

Our goal is to help children learn to make good choices and to accept responsibility for their actions. This learning requires a consistently supportive and safe environment that models and teaches self-control and a sense of community among students and adults. These lessons will follow them throughout their lives and help them become well-adjusted, moral individuals with a healthy sense of self-worth.

Questions about FKO’s Positive Behavior Guidance policy? Contact FKO’s Director of Child and Family Services.

Transportation services vary by program site. For more details on transportation services, contact your Site Director or one of FKO's Tuition Managers.

Are you a looking for a way to give back? FKO is a great place to learn, earn school credit and build your resume!  Contact our Director of Operations for more details.

For corporate volunteerism or other opportunities, learn more about our volunteer opportunities here or contact our Director of Development.

Absolutely! Thank you for asking!

FKO’s Director of Development would love the opportunity to connect with you and help find a home for your generous in-kind donation!

As a 501(c)3 charity, donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Our tax ID # is 04-3037204.

Yes.  Families are welcome to change their child's schedule at any time.  FKO requires a two-week notice for any schedule change and can only allow families to increase days or add sessions if space allows.  Families that wish to change their child's schedule should contact their child's Site Director for a "Change of Contract" form.

All children should bring the following items to FKO each day:

• Water bottle (bottles with straw strongly encouraged)
• FKO will provide a peanut-free breakfast, lunch and snack to all children. If your child has dietary restrictions and choose to pack your own, we ask that you please do so in paper bag.
• Change of clothes (for younger children)

*Don’t forget to label all of your child’s belongings!