After School Programs
A variety of after-school and enrichment programs are available to PS 889 students. Contact each program directly to enroll or ask questions.
On-site at PS 889
Kids Orbit
PK-5 Kids Orbit operates full scale after school programs. They are warm and welcoming, providing children with a family-like atmosphere for their after school hours. Kids Orbit offers the kind of flexibility that families need. They supervise homework and offer a variety of enrichment activities ranging from yoga and sports to art, music and drama. They sit quietly and read and draw, play board games with friends, laugh and have a lot of fun.
Sports United
PK-5 Students participate in recreational sports, receive homework help, and enjoy a nutritious snack. Scholarship opportunities are available for families with financial need — contact our Parent Coordinator to apply.
Alden Moves (Dance)
PK-5 Dance Explorers are on site, a full schedule of dance is available at the studio with pick up from PS 889. Five need-based free spots are available. Contact aldenmovesbk@gmail.com to request a scholarship application.
Chess Club
K-5 Open to all skill levels, from complete beginners to tournament players. A second session may be added if there is enough interest.
NIA
K-5 Programs include homework help, performing and visual arts, and physical education. Currently funded for up to 60 students.
Rosebud Art Studio
K-5 Students explore drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and pottery. Students may choose a 2-hour or 3-hour class. Rolling admissions throughout the year.
Pickup from PS 889
These programs pick up students from school and transport them to their location.
Makers Workshop
Ages 6-10 At Makers Workshop, the approach is simple: real tools, real skills, and real confidence — with a little Brooklyn grit. Kids don’t just watch someone build; they jump in and do it themselves. They measure, sand, hammer, problem-solve, and walk out with something they made with their own two hands.
Brooklyn Acting Lab
K-5 The theater magic of BAL continues with after-school theater programming offered at three convenient Park Slope locations. Brooklyn Acting Lab offers a diverse menu of theater classes for kids of all ages. If 3+ kids sign up for same day at South Slope location (1012 8th Avenue, BK), can likely arrange for pickup.
Wilder Forest School Pod
PK-5 Weekly pickup requires a minimum enrollment of 6 students. Free play and inquiry-based learning outdoors in a small group setting with passionate nature and arts educators
Ezra Guitar
PK-5 Offers group guitar classes, theater, and music lab.
The Craft Salon
K-5 Craft Salon explores every kind of art and craft material possible - from drawing and painting to weaving, clay, sewing, papier mache, and so much more. Also offers 5 days of ceramics after school where students are immersed into the world of hand-building and wheel-thrown ceramics.
The Tiny Scientist
PK-5 They take the B68 bus to Windsor Terrace. Pickup available when 3 or more PS 889 students register for the same day.
Viva Art Studio
K-5 This program blends creativity and bilingual learning through hands-on art projects.
Creativity Pro Soccer
K-5 An enjoyable place for students to enjoy playing soccer with classmates, schoolmates and meet other students in their communities.
Make Chem Possible
K-5 STEM-focused, project-based program with homework support and all materials provided. Each day of the week follows a specific theme.
Brooklyn Click & Connect
2nd - 4th grade LEGO building program offering free building time, thematic projects, and STEM building prompts. Other grade bands are considered on a case-by-case basis.