Before & After Care

Extended care services are available before and after school at an affordable monthly rate.

Please note – there is no pay-by-day or drop in option for extended day this year. All attendees must be registered for monthly attendance. 

Before Care begins at 6:30am

School start times vary by grade, so please make note of your child’s start time. You may not require before care this year.

After Care ends at 5:30pm

School end times vary by grade, so please make note of your child’s start time. You may not require after care this year.


There is a $1 per minute late fee for pickups after 5:30pm

Carpool Times

Morning Carpool Afternoon Carpool
7:45 am - 8:10 am 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm

There is a waiting area for students with siblings in different grades. If you can come at one of your child’s regular school times, you do not need to sign up for extended day.

Before Care

$90

Per month 

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Both Programs

$150

Per month 
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After Care

$90

Per month 

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Extended Care Payment Guidelines

Due to added staffing and safety guidelines, our pricing options have changed for this school year. Payments must be made monthly. Extended Day fees are nonrefundable and cannot be applied to future days. Credit will not be given due to student absence or non-attendance in Before and/or After Care.


A 10% discount will be provided from total bill for families with multiple students attending extended day. 



Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I pay for the Extended Care Progam?

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  • What happens if I don't pay on time?

    In order to provide a quality program for our families, especially considering all the added safety precautions this year, it’s crucial that all extended day balances are paid in a timely manner. Failure to comply with payment

    schedule will result in your child’s immediate dismissal from the program until payment is rendered. 

  • Do you offer Financial Assistance or Payment Arrangements?

    Please contact LKA at the time of registration to ask about Financial assistance.


    Arrangements must be agreed upon before the start of the program.

  • Can I pay-per-day instead of for the whole month?

    There are no daily attendance or drop in options for extended day this year. All attendees must be registered and on the monthly billing cycle. There is no pay-by-day option this year.

  • What is the drop off and pickup procedure?

    Parents will not be allowed to enter the front office but will be able to communicate via our intercom system if needed. The Procare Connect (formerly Kinderlime) app will allow for curbside GPS Sign In/Out once you have arrived at school. You must download the app for this option. Otherwise, you will need to use the intercom and the front desk will sign your child in or out. 


    Please contact the office either by phone (225) 298-1223, written note, or fax (225) 384-5485 if your child is to be picked up by someone other than the specified persons noted in Procare. 

  • What is the disciplinary policy for the Extended Care Program?

    Participants in the LKA Extended Day Program shall adhere to the discipline policy set forth in the Louisiana Key Academy Student &

    Parent Handbook. Any infraction of existing policy will result in appropriate disciplinary action. Parents will be notified of any student incidents that occur during the extended day program. Any incidents violating school rules will be investigated by the school disciplinarian the following school day, and the disciplinarian will follow up with parents on consequences. 

  • Is food provided as part of the program?

    Before Care: No food is provided by the school, however, students can bring breakfast items. No candy or carbonated beverages are allowed.


    Aftercare: Yes, a snack is provided as part of aftercare program. Students may also bring their own snack. No juice will be offered this year. Students can bring their own water. Please note water fountains may not be available due to COVID-19 safety guidelines.