Berkley Schools Kids' Zone Latchkey & Summer Camp Program

Before & After School Care Latchkey

Kids' Zone is committed to providing a high-quality after school program and a strong partnership with each child's family. We work together to create life-long learners, ready to reach their fullest potential in school and in life. We focus on each child as an individual, and strive to create a unique experience in a safe, nurturing and enriching environment.

Kids' Zone (School Age Childcare Latchkey) and Summer Days Camp programs are licensed by Michigan Department of Human Services. We are committed to exceed the standards set by the State.

Any school aged child entering TK/Kindergarten through 5th grade who has completed all of the required application forms, and is 5 years of age by the start date, is eligible for admission to Kids' Zone latchkey. Students must be going into 1st-6th grade to be eligible for Summer Days Camp. Enrollment will be ongoing until the program is full, register early to guarantee your child(ren) can participate in the Kids' Zone or Summer Days Camp program. All programs require a minimum of 18 students to register in order to operate the session.

Before & After School Care Hours

Angell, Pattengill and Rogers Elementary

Before Care: 7:00am - 8:00am
After Care: 3:15pm - 6:00pm
Half Day Care: Begins at 11:20am

Norup International

Before Care: 7:00am - 8:15am
After Care: 3:20pm - 6:00pm
Half Day Care: Begins at 11:30am

2023-24 Kids' Zone Enrollment Information & Forms

We are happy to share with you that our Kids’ Zone Latchkey program will open for Fall enrollment May 17- June 1, 2023. Kids’ Zone is available to students grades K-5, before and after-school at Angell, Norup, Pattengill and Rogers. We also offer child care for registered Kids’ Zone families on half days, snow days, and during Winter & Spring breaks.

Kids’ Zone provides a high-quality program and a strong partnership with each child’s family. We focus on children as individuals, and strive to create a unique experience in a safe, nurturing and enriching environment.

Kids’ Zone is licensed by the State of Michigan for child care. We are staffed at an 18 students to 1 adult ratio, and will expand care as needed until we reach our allowed maximum.

2023-24 Application Procedures

The Kids’ Zone application window will begin with a Kick-Off week on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Completed applications will be accepted through June 1st, 2023. This early start will allow us to plan staffing for the Fall.

Please return completed forms online, in person at Berkley Building Blocks, by fax 248.546.9238 or via email by June 1st, 2023. Families will receive notice of acceptance into the Kids’ Zone program by June 10th, and the first month’s tuition will be due in September.

Students will be considered in order of their scheduled days, with 5 days/week students first, after all applications are received. Signing up for 5 days/week and changing to less days at a later date may result in you going on the waiting list. Please only sign up for the days you need, so we can try to accommodate everyone that turned in applications during the kick-off week. If availability allows throughout the school year we will accept new students on a first come first served basis until we reach maximum capacity.

Once the program is full, students will be placed on a waiting list and contacted when space becomes available. If you are placed on the waitlist for Kids' Zone care you will be notified when ANY day you have requested becomes available.

For any questions reach out to andrea.megroet@berkleyschools.org

PDF Document 2023-24 Kids' Zone Tuition Fees
Kids' Zone Enrollment Packet 23-24
Payment Form
Medication Permission Form
Over The Counter Medication Form
Kids' Zone Handbook 23-24

Half Days and Break Information

Spring Break

Spring Break Flyer

Date: March 25-28, 2024. Monday-Thursday

Location: Norup International, 14450 Manhattan, Oak Park.

Cost: $220/week or $70/day

Kids’ Zone students must PRE- REGISTER and PRE-PAY for the break.

Contact: Berkley Building Blocks- Andrea Megroet

Please call 248-837-8904, or email andrea.megroet@berkleyschools.org

Summer camp information has not yet been released.

2024 Summer Days Camp

June 24 - August 9, 2024 (No care July 4th)
Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
For students entering 1st through 6th Grade in the Berkley School District

The program is now full. Please reach out to be placed on a wait list.

Program cost: $265 per week or $70 daily
Registration Fee: $60 or $100 for family

Camp will be held at Rogers Elementary School, 2265 Hamilton, Berkley, 48072. For more information please contact Building Blocks at 248-837-8900.

Camp Orientation for Parents

When: TBD

Summer Camp Registration

PDF Document 2024 Summer Days Camp Application
2024 Summer Days Camp Flyer
Parent Handbook

Contact Andrea Megroet to be wait listed.

Berkley Building Blocks
14700 W. Lincoln
Oak Park, MI 48237

Phone: 248-837-8900
For more information e-mail: Andrea Megroet.

2024-25 Kids' Zone Enrollment Information & Forms

Kids’ Zone is available to students grades TK-5, before and after-school at Angell, Norup, Pattengill and Rogers. We also offer child care for registered Kids’ Zone families on half days, snow days, and during Winter & Spring breaks.

Kids’ Zone is licensed by the State of Michigan for child care. We are staffed at an 18 students to 1 adult ratio, and will expand care as needed until we reach our allowed maximum.

2024-25 Application Procedures

Reach out to Andrea Megroet about availability for the 24-25 school year: 248-837-8900

When: May 23 - May 31, 2024

When enrolling during the school year, applications must be fully completed and the enrollment fee paid before you are notified of acceptance. 2-3 business days are required to process the paperwork before your student can attend their first day. Student must be at least 5 years of age by the start date.

Please return completed forms online, by fax 248.546.9238 or via email to Andrea Megroet.

2024-25 Forms

PDF Document 2024-2025 KIDS' ZONE APPLICATION FORMS
2024-2025 Kids' Zone Tuition Fees
2022-2025 Kids' Zone Calendar
2024-2025 Parent Handbook
Payment Form
Medication Permission Form
Over The Counter Medication Form

If you have any questions or concerns email Andrea Megroet or phone 248-837-8900.

News & Announcements

Kids' Zone Summer Camp

Kids' Zone Summer Camp is currently Full. Care is available at Rogers from June 24th until August 9th 7:30am-5:30pm (excluding July 4th). Contact andrea.megroet@berkleyschools.org to be placed on a waitlist.

Kids' Zone 24-25 Enrollment

The Kids’ Zone application window will begin with a Kick-Off week on May 23, 2024. Information will be sent out via Email or found here on the Kids' Zone website. Completed applications will be accepted through May 31st, 2024. This early start will allow us to plan staffing for the Fall. Acceptance will be announced after June 10th.