STARTING FALL 2025!!

Offered by Ross Recreation in collaboration with the Garden School and Marin Art and Garden Center, the Happy Hive Preschool Afterschool Recreation program is designed for Garden School preschoolers ages 2-5 who are fully potty-trained. This fun and engaging program is held on Marin Art and Garden Center campus and offers a variety of activities including arts and crafts, music, nature exploration, and group games, all while encouraging imagination, teamwork, and a love for play.  

The Happy Hive schedule follows the Garden School academic calendar and includes all minimum days, no-school days, etc.   If school is in session, so are we!  Session One (9/3/25 -12/19/25) provides afterschool care for a total of 70 days /145 hours and Session Two (1/5/26 - 6/3/26) provides afterschool care for 94 days and 193 hours.

We offer flexible registration options to fit your needs:

• 5 days per week (Monday through Friday)

• 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

• Single-day drop-in ($40/ day)

With the combined expertise of these wonderful organizations, the Happy Hive program provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for your child to unwind and thrive after school. Snacks are available and provided to all our busy bees, however, families should provide extra snacks and water each day in your child's backpack.