Seventy-five New York City schools to implement new after-school programs in the 2026-27 school year.

The expansion of after-school programs in New York City is set to continue in the upcoming school year, with an additional 10,000 seats to be added by the fall, as confirmed by the Adams administration on Tuesday. This significant enhancement will affect 75 public schools and 11 community centers, carefully selected based on economic need and existing service gaps.

Queens stands to benefit the most, with two dozen new programs being introduced, according to an analysis by Media News Source. Brooklyn and the Bronx will each see 17 new programs, while Manhattan will receive 10 and Staten Island will have seven new offerings.

Among the newly added schools, eight are charter institutions, meaning they receive public funding but operate independently. Included in this group are schools from the KIPP and Achievement First charter networks, which are known for their focus on academic excellence.

A crucial aspect of this expansion includes an increase in provider rates, which has not occurred in a decade. This adjustment responds to longstanding demands from child advocates who assert that improved funding is vital for the stability and consistency of after-school programs.

This forthcoming phase builds upon an earlier expansion that added 5,000 slots across 40 schools this year. Mayor Adams previously announced an ambitious initiative in April to create a total of 20,000 new after-school seats over the next several years, with an estimated overall budget of 1 million to achieve full implementation.

In a statement reflecting on this initiative, the Mayor emphasized the commitment to providing essential opportunities for young people and supporting hardworking families by investing in the future.

The specific schools benefiting from this expansion are distributed across the city. In the Bronx, notable additions include KIPP Freedom Charter School and P.S. 046 Edgar Allan Poe. Brooklyn will see enhancements at schools such as Achievement First Apollo Charter School and Brownsville Ascend Charter School. Manhattan’s list includes KIPP Infinity Charter School and P.S. 004 Duke Ellington. In Queens, schools such as Lighthouse Elementary School and P.S. 100 Glen Morris will also be featured. Staten Island additions include John W. Lavelle Preparatory Charter School and P.S. 038 George Cromwell.

Overall, this initiative represents a significant step forward in addressing the after-school care needs of students, particularly in economically disadvantaged areas, reinforcing the city’s commitment to educational equity and support for families.