Cambridge Public Schools, the City of Cambridge, non-profit organizations and many other providers offer an abundance of opportunities for students to engage in before and after school programs -- often called "Out-of-School Time" or "OST Programs" -- across Cambridge. We hope you find this resource page useful as you begin to navigate the various types of programming available that best fits your child’s and family’s needs. Please feel free to directly contact the person listed with each agency: Every one of them wants to help CPS families find what they need as easily as possible.
Out-of-school time (OST) activities, including after school, summer, and vacation week programs, provide students with excellent opportunities for growth beyond the traditional school day and year. These programs foster valuable relationships, new friendships, and exposure to diverse experiences. A wide range of OST opportunities are available for students throughout Cambridge. These include activities, clubs and programs held within school buildings both before and after school, as well as numerous other OST opportunities provided by and accessible through various youth and community centers, non-profits, sports leagues, and more across the city.
CPS Resources
CPS Before and Afterschool Clubs, Intramural Sports, and More
Cambridge Public Schools offers a variety of clubs, programs, and intramural sports to peak every child's interest. To register for these clubs, students must login using their CPS Google credentials. View the listing here >>
CRLS Athletics
Currently, students in grades 9-12 are provided the opportunity to participate in 38 competitive athletic teams or club sport activities. Learn more >>
Outside CPS Resources
The Cambridge Agenda for Children Out-of-School Time (AFCOST) creates program listings, guides and other resources throughout the year which can be found here. The Cambridge Agenda for Children Out-of-School Time (OST) is a citywide intermediary working with Cambridge Public Schools as well as many other city-run and community-based programs serving young people beyond the school day and year.
To learn more about the OST programs and activities happening throughout Cambridge, the Cambridge Agenda for Children OST* has compiled resources. Check out Afterschool and Summer Resource Guides and Slideshows as well as informational flyers on how after school works for grades K-5 and 6-8.
For more information and individualized support finding an OST program, please contact us and/or fill out the After School Search Help Form:
- For grades Preschool-5: Greg Green, Elementary School-OST Network Coordinator, 857.235.2946 or by email.
- For grades 6-8: Vanessa Fisher, Middle School Network Coordinator, 617.349.6018 or by email.
To learn more about the OST programs and activities happening throughout Cambridge, the Cambridge Agenda for Children OST* has compiled resources. Check out Afterschool and Summer Resource Guides and Slideshows as well as informational flyers on how after school works for grades K-5 and 6-8.
FindIt Cambridge
Visit our website to find afterschool, health services, free events, and more! Call, text, or email Andrew. He can help you find what you are looking for.
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