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Comprehensive After School System of NYC

Afterschool programs for students

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What this program is

New York City students can join free afterschool programs that offer homework help, sports, arts, and more. Hundreds of programs are located all over the City.

Who can get it

All NYC students in kindergarten to 12th grade are eligible to enroll in COMPASS programs.

Each program may have different age and eligibility requirements.

Heads up

In COMPASS programs, young people get to participate in:
literacy and Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematic (STEM) learning.
activities that are hands-on, project-based, and aligned with educational standards.
high quality arts and sports programming.
Programs are typically three hours each day, five days per week, including on school holidays.
Programs are offered in all five boroughs and in many neighborhoods.

How to apply

Find a program online

Use Discover DYCD to search for programs in your area.

Go to the Discover DYCD (https://discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/programme-public?categoryList=Afterschool%20Programs) website.
Select "afterschool programs" and click on "Search".

In-person

To enroll your child in a COMPASS NYC program, contact the afterschool program staff at your childs school.

Online

You can use Discover DYCD to find programs in your area. To get started:

Go to the Discover DYCD (https://discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/) website.
Select "afterschool programs" and click on "Search".

In person

To enroll your child in a COMPASS NYC program, contact the afterschool program staff at your childs school.

What to bring

To apply, you will need to provide one of the following proofs of identity for your child:

Birth certificate
Naturalization certificate
Official birth records
Official school records
Passport
IDNYC
Adoption records
Baptismal or another religious certificate

Get help

800-246-4646

Online

Learn more about COMPASS from DYCD (http://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/after-school/comprehensive-after-school-system-of-new-york-city-compass.page).

Call

Call DYCD Community Connect at 800-246-4646 or 646-343-6800. You can also speak to the afterschool program staff at your child's school for more information.

Call 311

Ask for "Comprehensive After School Program assistance."

Online

Learn more about COMPASS from DYCD (http://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/after-school/comprehensive-after-school-system-of-new-york-city-compass.page).

Visit your child's school

Speak with an afterschool program staff person at your child's school for more information.

Call 311

Ask for "Comprehensive After School Program assistance."

Places to get help (178)

Authoritative city directories list these locations as delivering this program.

Alfred E. Smith Playground
86 Catherine Street, New York · Manhattan
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 100% confidence
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Bay Terrace
18-36 Bell Boulevard, Bayside · Queens
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Bethlehem Nation'S Food Pantry : Bethlehem Nation'S Food Pantry
1962 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn · Brooklyn
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
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Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 100% confidence
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Blake Hobbs Playground
1851 3 Avenue, New York · Manhattan
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
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Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 100% confidence
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Blessed Assurance Church Of God : Blessed Assurance Church Of God
1060 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn · Brooklyn
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
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Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 100% confidence
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Bloomingdale Library
150 West 100 Street, New York · Manhattan
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Brian Picolo/Intermediate School #53 School Clinic
10-45 Nameoke Street, Far Rockaway · Queens
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Briarwood
85-12 Main Street, Jamaica · Queens
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Bronx Compass High School (08x561)
1980 Lafayette Avenue, Bronx · Bronx
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Bronx Lab School (11x265)
800 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx · Bronx
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Bronx Leadership Academy II High School (07x527)
730 Concourse Village West, Bronx · Bronx
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Bronx Theatre High School (10x546)
99 Terrace View Avenue, New York · Manhattan
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No direct number is published for this location — NYC 311 can help you confirm details or find other contact options.
This program is delivered here
Verified against city directories · confirmed 10/21/2026
How we verified this
Matched by program identifier crosswalk · 85% confidence
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Source and last updated

Source: NYC Benefits Platform (kvhd-5fmu) View dataset
Agency: NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)
Updated: Source: October 12, 2024 · Synced August 18, 2026

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Source record ID: P009en · S2R009

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