About Laurel Play Gardens

Laurel Play Gardens is a welcoming after-school program in the heart of San Jose's Laurel neighborhood, designed to give children ages 5–12 a safe, active, and nurturing environment after the school day ends. With a strong emphasis on academic support, healthy living, and joyful play, Laurel Play Gardens ensures every child arrives home having learned, moved, and thrived.

Why Choose the After-School Program by Laurel Play Gardens?

Laurel Play Gardens strikes a thoughtful balance between structured learning and free, active exploration- giving children exactly what they need after a full day of school through:

Homework Assistance & Educational Exercises: Dedicated academic support that helps students complete assignments and reinforce key learning concepts before heading home.
Healthy Afternoon Snacks: Nutritious snacks served daily to keep energy levels up and reinforce healthy living habits.
Indoor & Outdoor Active Play: A wide variety of games including Basketball, Air Hockey, Ping Pong, Rock 'n Rail, and table games — all designed to build physical fitness, coordination, and social connection.
Safe Play Environment: Secure, well-maintained playground equipment ensures children can play freely and confidently in a protected setting.
Exciting Excursions: Organized field trips during school days off and summer break that give students meaningful real-world experiences outside the classroom.

Proven Results for Student Success

Through a consistent blend of academic support, movement, and community, students at Laurel Play Gardens demonstrate:

Academic Preparedness: Homework help and educational exercises keep students on track and reduce stress for both children and families.
Physical & Social Development: Daily active play across a variety of games builds fitness, teamwork, and lasting friendships in a supervised, safe space.
Healthy Habits: Nutritious snacks and an activity-rich environment reinforce routines that support children's long-term physical and mental well-being.

Area of Focus

Primary

Safe, structured after-school care with academic support and homework help for ages 5–12.

Secondary

Promote healthy living through play, nutritious snacks, and fun community excursions.

Admission Age Group

Minimum Age

5

TO

Max Age

12 Contact Information

Address

1050 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

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Phone

(408) 645-5783

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School Details

Regular School Hours

7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Founder

Ms. Souvannary

Fee

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School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

FAQ

Q1. Does Laurel Play Gardens offer transportation?

Please contact Laurel Play Gardens directly for transportation availability.

Q2. What are the working hours?

Laurel Play Gardens operates Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Q3. What age groups does Laurel Play Gardens serve?

Laurel Play Gardens welcomes children between the ages of 5 and 12.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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