Academic Support
- Homework help
- Supplemental instruction
- Literacy programs
- Math support
- Study skills
DeHostos Community Center
FREE year-round COMPASS Elementary program for grades K-5 on Upper West Side. Educational, social, and recreational services in supervised community setting supporting working families from 10AM-6PM.
The program provides a range of year-round educational, social, and recreational services in a supervised community-based setting, and are essential for many working families who need to work well past dismissal at most schools. After-school communities ensure that children are safe in the hours between the end of school and the end of their families’ workday. They provide opportunities for supplemental instruction, enrichment activities, and safe, structured play where children are encouraged to explore and learn.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 696 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025 |
| Borough | Manhattan (Upper West Side) |
| Provider | Stryckers Bay Neighborhood Council, Inc. |
| Program Type | COMPASS Elementary |
| Website | strycker’sbay.org |
| Cost | Free |
| Ages Served | 5-11 years old (grades K-5) |
Enrichment Activities
- Arts programs
- STEM projects
- Music & dance
- Creative activities
- Skill building
Safe Structured Play
- Active recreation
- Games & sports
- Outdoor play
- Social activities
- Physical fitness
Extended Care
- 10AM-6PM daily
- Year-round service
- Working family support
- Supervised environment
- Nutritious meals
DeHostos Community Center participants engage in:
- Supplemental Instruction: Academic support complementing school curriculum and homework help
- Enrichment Activities: Arts, STEM, music, and creative programs expanding learning opportunities
- Safe Structured Play: Active recreation, games, sports, and social activities in supervised setting
- Year-Round Programming: Consistent support during school year, breaks, and summer
- Extended Hours: 10AM-6PM daily schedule supporting working families
- Nutritious Meals: Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and/or dinner depending on attendance hours
- Social Development: Building friendships, teamwork, and social skills
- Community-Based Setting: Safe, welcoming environment on the Upper West Side
Stryckers Bay Neighborhood Council has served Upper West Side families for decades with comprehensive community programs including after-school care, senior services, food assistance, and family support. The organization is committed to ensuring children are safe in the critical hours between school dismissal and the end of their families’ workday, providing high-quality programming that supports working families while enriching children’s development.
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Contact DeHostos Community Center Visit 696 Amsterdam Avenue or call Stryckers Bay Neighborhood Council for information.
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Verify Eligibility Confirm your child is in grades K-5 (ages 5-11) and meets residency requirements.
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Complete COMPASS Application Fill out enrollment forms including schedule needs and program preferences.
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Submit Documents Provide required documentation including proof of age, address, and emergency contacts.
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Begin Program Start attending year-round programming with extended 10AM-6PM hours!
- COMPASS enrollment application
- Birth certificate or proof of age
- Proof of NYC residency
- School enrollment verification
- Emergency contact information
- Medical information/allergies
- Parent/guardian work schedule (if applicable)
- Immunization records
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Last updated: November 25, 2025
Program details subject to change. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current offerings, schedules, and availability.