After-School Programs Around Orlando – What’s New and Trending
Today’s after-school programs offer so much more than just homework help or basic child care. Across Orlando, we’re seeing more options that tap into kids’ creativity, curiosity, and need for movement, while still giving parents a practical solution for those crucial afternoon hours.
If you’re exploring Orlando after-school programs this school year, here are some of the most exciting trends and new offerings to keep on your radar.
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What’s New and Trending for After School
Tech-Focused Enrichment
Robotics, coding, and even esports are becoming regular features in after-school programs across Central Florida. These hands-on STEM activities are especially popular with upper elementary and middle schoolers who love problem-solving and tech exploration.
Tip: Look for programs hosted by local libraries, schools, or organizations like Code Ninjas and Girls Who Code.
Orlando Area Technology Programs for After School
- Meta-Humans: two locations, family operated, technology-based activities
- Code Ninjas: four locations, franchised, computer coding
- A2ZRobots: one location, limited programs
Creative Arts Are Back in the Spotlight
Art, dance, and music-based programs are seeing a surge, with more studios and nonprofits offering weekday classes and clubs. From digital art and animation to hands-on pottery or improv, creative kids now have a lot more choices.
Try local options like Central Florida Community Arts or explore parks and rec departments for low-cost creative programming.
Artistic After-School Programs
- Grow and Sing Studios: Geared toward preschoolers and kindergarten
- Crealde School of Art: Winter Park art campus with fall & spring classes
- Songbirds Music, Art & Dance: 8 Week Art Classes in Oviedo
Outdoor and Nature-Based Options
A few Orlando-area programs are bringing kids outdoors, like nature walks, gardening, and animal care activities that double as science learning. These programs are a great break from screen time and traditional classrooms.
Programs like OCA (Opportunity, Community, Ability) and local nature centers may offer adaptive or outdoor-focused activities.
- The Kitchen House: check calendar for after-school programs, usually 2 to 4 weeks long
- Little Lions Yoga: unique middle school and high school programs
- Young Innovators: multiple after school options, nature classroom in Winter Garden
Looking for a full list of Orlando after-school programs? Stay tuned, we’re updating local options on a regular basis!
Here is a quick list of popular traditional after school programs in Central Florida:
