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Portsmouth Public Schools

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Portsmouth Public Schools Families

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2026-27 School Year Registration
2026 Summer Excursions Registration
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2026/2027 Monthly Rates (5 Days Per Week Enrollment)

Before School
$158.00 per month

After School
$210.00 per month

Before and After School
$273.00 per month

Other Options
Flexible Scheduling $13.00 per visit
School's Out Camp (Full Day) $47.00 per day
School's Out Camp (Full Week) $131.00 per week

Annual Registration Fee
$30.00 per student

Discounts*
Siblings – 10% off
Free and Reduced Lunch – Up to 100% off
(Families that qualify for free/reduced lunch can receive a 50% discount with proof they are completing the application process for state child care subsidy.)
*Apply for a qualifying discount here.

 

Additional Information

Hours
6:00 a.m. to Start of School
Dismissal to 6:00 p.m.

Locations
Churchland Academy, Churchland Primary, Churchland Elementary, Hodges Manor, Lakeview, Park View, Simonsdale, Victory Elementary, and Westhaven Elementary Schools

Subsidy Program

Child Care Subsidy Programs assist families in paying for after school programs like ours. If you are eligible, the Subsidy Program can pay some or all of your tuition fees. Click HERE for more information about subsidies in your state. For assistance, contact subsidy@alphabest.org.

 

* Tuition rates and locations are subject to change. Information shared reflects the most current details at the time of publishing.

Our Programs

Our programs are designed to give you peace of mind when your child is not in school. Experienced, caring, and licensed staff ensures your child is safe, engaged, and happy! Every student participates in enrichment activities every day, at no additional charge! Coding, Robotics, Art, Drama, Spanish, Mandarin, Sign Language, Fitness & Sports, and Engineering/Maker Activities keep your child engaged and having fun every day at AlphaBEST! Snacks, homework help, recreation, and student-choice clubs are also provided to every student.

Meet Your Area Manager

Nathalie Remy
Nathalie Remy
nremy@alphabest.org
757.254.6680

Nathalie brings over 15 years of leadership and service experience to her role as an Area Manager. After serving honorably in the United States Navy, she transitioned into education, where she has developed a passion for supporting children, families, and staff. Her diverse background in leadership, program management, and youth development has given her a strong foundation for creating positive and engaging learning environments. Nathalie is dedicated to helping children build confidence, develop meaningful connections, and discover new interests through enriching out-of-school programs. She is committed to providing exceptional experiences for students, families, and staff while fostering a culture where everyone feels supported and valued. Outside of work, Nathalie enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with her son, and pursuing her Master of Education in Professional School Counseling. She is passionate about lifelong learning and helping others reach their full potential.

Meet Your Regional Manager

Cassandra Webster
Cassandra Webster
cwebster@alphabest.org
513.869.9163

Cassandra brings 19 years of experience in education to her role as Regional Manager. Beginning her career as a teacher, she has since held a variety of positions, developing a deep understanding of the educational landscape. Cassandra is passionate about fostering a love of learning in students and empowering them to reach their full potential. She is dedicated to providing exceptional educational experiences for students, families, and staff alike, and works tirelessly to ensure everyone at AlphaBEST has the opportunity to thrive. Outside of work, Cassandra enjoys spending time with her family, including her 11-year-old daughter and two dogs, and exploring her interests in reading and pop culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

AlphaBEST Education has been providing before and after school programs since 2005. We currently serve approximately 30,000 students in 17 states. Family is important to us. We are a family-owned business and we take pride in the relationships we build with students, their parents, district staff, our staff, and the local communities that we become part of.
At AlphaBEST, we believe in the power of wonder, enabling and encouraging children to use their innate sense of imagination as we expand their horizons. We do far more than provide a safe, nurturing environment for children before and after school — we create rich, immersive experiences through a variety of enrichment activities including coding & robotics, digital animation, engineering, drama, arts, fitness, and more. We provide a schedule that includes homework time, snacks, outdoor play, our signature enrichment curriculum every day, and student-choice clubs to round out each day.
A daily snack is provided every day. Students are welcome to bring their own nut-free snacks from home if they prefer. All surfaces are cleaned before and after snack, and all students will wash hands prior to eating.
At AlphaBEST, we pride ourselves on our incredible staff members. Our staff will always be immediately visible for school administration, parents and students. You’ll recognize them by their: AlphaBEST identification badge, and branded t-shirt. AlphaBEST follows all procedures and regulations related to a licensed Child Care program including all staff passing numerous fingerprinted background checks. All staff participate in an extensive training program which provides everything they need to know about operating a safe and inclusive program for our students.
The answer to this depends on your specific school district. If your district allows, we will operate camps during most national holidays. If your child’s school is closed due to weather or other unpredictable circumstances, AlphaBEST will likely not operate either.
AlphaBEST believes in creating learning environments where all children are welcome, and that includes children with special needs. Our staff receives special training to ensure that children with special needs can increase their skills and build their potential in meaningful, authentic enrichment opportunities. We will collaborate with our Inclusion Specialists, families, and school to ensure that your child has every opportunity to be successful in our program. To discuss your specific needs, please contact your Area Manager.
AlphaBEST employs a Tiered System of Supports we call Creating Connected Communities. All students actively participate in building the foundation for our after-school community where they discuss the importance of their community, the rules, and respecting and welcoming each other. When students struggle within those parameters, our staff will provide additional support to that student and will share the progress with the family. If additional supports are not successful, our staff will arrange a meeting with the family to explore additional options.
Student safety is a top priority for AlphaBEST. Our staff are trained in all emergency procedures and drills that align to each specific school and district. In addition to preparedness for responding to weather, earthquakes, fires, and intruders, staff are trained in first aid including CPR, airborne illnesses, epi-pen administration, etc. Staff clean all surfaces regularly and students wash hands periodically, before snack and at other designated times during the program.
Go to www.alphabest.org and click on "Locations" to find your location. The Enroll Now button on this page will take you to our student enrollment system.
To request a schedule change, contact the Customer Care Team at customercare@alphabest.org or call 866-300-7750 one week prior to the change date.
Weekly payments are due every Monday. Monthly payments are due the first Monday of each month.
A non-refundable registration fee is charged to secure your child(ren)'s spot in our program. Tuition is due when the program begins.
Yes! We are pleased to offer our families a variety of discounts. Discounts available for your school are shown on our website page for your school district. To apply for a discount, please go to: https://www.alphabest.org/discounts/
Scholarships and state subsidized aid are available in most regions. Please contact us for additional information.
Sorry, we do not provide refunds for absences such as illness and vacation. Your tuition holds the space in our program.
No refunds will be given for programs that are canceled because of school closures due to weather or other issues out of our control.
Tuition is based on the number of school days in the academic calendar year and does not bill for holidays and other planned school days off. The total tuition for the academic year is divided into equal weekly or monthly payments.
Our FEIN# is 20-2042559.
This can be accessed through your KT Connect app or by contacting your Customer Care specialist. When payments are made, a receipt is automatically emailed to you.