Our afterschool and summer programs are for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. The Ignite Academy and Summer Academic Enrichment provide high-quality education that complements the learning happening in schools and at home.

If you’re interested in enrolling your child(ren) in one of our K-5 Programs, complete the Interest Form using the button below or contact us at ignite@fccenters.org / 415.715.6746.

We offer tuition assistance and scholarships for families that qualify. We also provide free access to laptops, tablets, and tech assistance to support enrollment in all FCC programs. Contact us to learn more.

The Ignite Academy • 2026-27 School Year
Afterschool Program

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 2 – 6 pm; Wednesday: 12:30 – 6 pm; schedule follows the SFUSD 2026-27 Calendar

  • Daily literacy and STEAM education, activities that reinforce school learning, support with homework, and nature-based programming

  • Kids are picked up at E.R. Taylor (students from all schools welcome) and receive healthy snacks each day

  • Children are encouraged to enroll for the full school year, but families can inquire about enrollment throughout the year

  • Tuition is paid monthly and is based on the total number of program days each month ($10/day).

    • August 2026: $110
    • September 2026: $210
    • October 2026: $210
    • November 2026: $150
    • December 2026: $140
    • January 2027: $190
    • February 2027: $180
    • March 2027: $190
    • April 2027: $200
    • May and June 2027: $220

Summer Academic Enrichment (SAE)
Summer Camp Program

A summer program for children to engage in science, technology, engineering, arts, literacy, gardening, and math. Children dive into fun experiments, make interactive models, tend to herb gardens, and so much more. Each week, children and teachers take weekly trips to cultural institutions, parks, and landmarks across the Bay Area.

Mondays-Fridays, 9am-4pm.