Extended Day

Early Childhood Enrichments

Little Hornets Soccer with Ms. Lockard

Our fun-filled soccer enrichment program is designed just for preschoolers! Through age-appropriate games and activities, kids will build basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and teamwork—all while developing coordination, confidence, and a love for movement. Each session focuses on fun, encouragement, and learning through play in a safe, supportive environment. 

Little Scientists: Hands on Science Fun! with Ms. Lockard

Spark curiosity and wonder with Little Scientists! In this playful, hands-on program, preschoolers will explore simple science experiments using safe, everyday materials. Each week brings a new theme—like fizzing volcanoes, rainbow mixing, magnet magic, or sink-and-float fun—designed to engage young minds through observation, exploration, and discovery. Your little scientist will ask questions, make predictions, and learn that science is all about curiosity and trying new things!

Budding Explorers: Nature Club with Delaware Nature Society

Pk3 and Pk4 students have the opportunity to explore the wonders of nature with Delaware Nature Society Teacher-Naturalists. Children will engage with the natural world through hands-on discovery and fun learning activities! 

Lower School Enrichments

Flag Football with Mr. John

This high-energy program is designed to help kids build athletic skills, develop teamwork, and grow in confidence both on and off the field! Each session combines age-appropriate flag football drills, scrimmages, and skill-building activities with mindfulness practices and a growth mindset approach. Students will learn the fundamentals of the game—passing, catching, strategy, and footwork as well as the benefits of sportsmanship! Through team play, leadership challenges, and group reflection, kids will strengthen communication, cooperation, and resilience—all while having fun and staying active. We emphasize sportsmanship, community, and self-belief to help kids thrive both in athletics and everyday life. This isn’t just a flag football class—it’s a space where kids can move, grow, and lead with confidence!

STEM Explorers with Mr. Burton 

Students will dive into hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math through creative building, early robotics, and open-ended design challenges. Using LEGOs, robots, and a rotating selection of other STEM tools, students will become young inventors as they explore engineering concepts, experiment with simple coding, and develop problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Excellence Tennis Academy with Coach Dave Taylor

Open to all skill levels. Learn the game of tennis or fine tune your skills.The beginner and intermediate group will learn stroke techniques, rules and court awareness, while the advanced group will focus on training for tournaments by practicing footwork skills, fitness and mental strategy. Students will be broken out into groups of 5-7 yrs old and 8-11 yrs old.

Paper Making with Ms. McDermott

Learn the sustainable practice of papermaking by giving recycled materials such as newspaper, copy paper, and magazines a new life! In this 6 week workshop, you will learn how to take paper scraps and turn them into beautiful handmade paper through various techniques. Homemade paper can be used to create your own cards, bookmarks, seed paper, and more!

Chess Masters with Coach Greg Rogers

Learn chess or improve your game with the Chess Masters of Delaware team. Advance current skills or learn the fundamental strategies of chess and how to apply them consistently throughout the game.

Hot Wheels with Mr. Burton

Get ready to race, build, and experiment! In this high-energy STEM class, students will become engineers as they design and test custom Hot Wheels tracks complete with loops, ramps, turns, and jumps. Along the way, they’ll explore motion, gravity, and speed through hands-on challenges. We’ll also experiment with magnetic marble runs and roller coaster tracks. Creativity, problem-solving, and a love of motion take the fast lane in this exciting after-school adventure!

Co-ed Lacrosse with Coach Ruth Hiller

Learn to love the fast and fun game of lacrosse! This six-week enrichment will introduce, or expand, your knowledge and skills of the game of lacrosse. Come play with your friends as these weekly clinics will offer skill introduction and development, situational games, and fun competitions for girls and boys in 1st through 5th grades. Led by three-time Delaware Coach of the Year and Tatnall’s head coach, Ruth Hiller. Players should bring their own gear: lacrosse stick, goggles, a mouth guard, and sneakers. We may have extra sticks to borrow if needed.

Cooking with Confidence with Chef John

This hands-on cooking class is designed to encourage kids to explore the kitchen, build life skills, and grow in confidence both inside and out! Each session blends fun, age-appropriate culinary lessons with activities that support physical movement, mindfulness, and a growth mindset. Students will explore global flavors by preparing healthy meals and snacks inspired by different culinary traditions—from Mediterranean mezze to Latin American street foods. Through group participation and reflection, kids will develop teamwork, leadership, and communication skills—all while having fun and creating delicious food together. We emphasize building a strong sense of self, community, and well-being to help kids make a positive impact on the world around them. This isn’t just a cooking class—it’s a space where kids can move, create, and thrive!

Ceramics with Mrs. Acevedo

Come spend the afternoon in the Middle School art room getting messy with clay! 

Each week will have a dedicated theme and time to glaze (paint) the clay. No matter what the theme, each student is bound to have fun! Please note that projects need time to dry and be fired before they are sent home. 

Music Enrichment:

Music enrichments are offered throughout the school year. We offer group guitar, private piano, and private strings. 

Middle School Enrichments

Chess Masters with Coach Greg Rogers

Learn chess or improve your game with the Chess Masters of Delaware team. Advance current skills or learn the fundamental strategies of chess and how to apply them consistently throughout the game.

Ceramics with Mrs. Acevedo

Come spend the afternoon in the Middle School art room getting messy with clay! 

Each week will have a dedicated theme: pumpkins for the fall, monster mugs for Halloween, and a serving dish for the Holidays! No matter what the theme, each student is bound to have fun! *Please note that projects need time to dry and be fired before they are sent home. 

Amigurumi Crochet Creations with Mrs. Leary

Join us for a fun and creative introduction to amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures! In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn basic crochet stitches, how to read simple patterns, and decorate their own small, squishy characters. Each student will design and create an original mini creature to take home at the end of the session, from cute animals to imaginative monsters. 

Afternoon Book Club with Mrs. Delcampo

In this enrichment, students will dive into "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau as part of a collaborative reading group. Together, students will explore the mysterious underground city, share predictions and story ideas, and discuss the novel’s themes and characters. They will use post-its, folders, marking pens, highlighters, and notebooks to take notes, record insights, and track important story details. This experience will give students the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with like-minded readers while developing their comprehension, analytical, and discussion skills all while enjoying an imaginative and thought-provoking story.