Summer Enrichment

Capital City Community Centers operates its Smith Hill Summer Program for children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old.  We open the week after the Providence Schools close their academic year and operate through the summer.  Our hours are from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.  The Smith Hill Summer Program is located on 110 Ruggles Street, Providence, RI 02908,  401-455-3880.  Our goals for the program are:

• To provide high quality childcare that focuses on activities that strengthen physical, emotional, social, and cognitive skills with an emphasis on creativity and active engagement.
• To offer comprehensive services to the whole family, including casework services for supporting basic needs.
• To create an educational environment where children are encouraged to discover, learn, and gain confidence in themselves.

We provide a full range of activities that include (a) Arts & Crafts, (b) Computer Classes, (c) Adventure Hikes & Exploration, (d) Swimming, (e) Music & Movement, (f) Sports & Games, (g) Cooking, (h) Educational Activities, and many more.  We take the children on several field trips throughout the summer to sites such as Roller Skating Rinks, Pools, Beaches, Movies, Museums, and Parks.  Our summer culminates with a Family Fun Day in which parents, siblings, and relatives participate in games and enjoy a cookout.

Financial assistance can be provided by the Smith Hill Before & After School Program according to income status.  In addition, scholarships are available through the Summertime Fund and other sources for qualified applicants.  DHS child care subsidies are welcome.

To learn more about enrolling your child in our program, contact Shelli Boeniger or Shirley Polo at 455-3880 or email sboeniger@capcities.org.

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