La Red de Aprendizaje para Niños (ENLACES)

Out of School Time Childcare is a type of program that looks after kids when they are not in school;

after school
on holidays
during school breaks
and during the summer

These programs help kids grow by providing fun activities, help with homework and chances to make friends. They make sure kids are safe while they learn and play outside of school hours. Out of School Time Care is important for parents who work and helps kids feel happy and healthy.

Kids Space (WNMU)

Location:
Martinez Building, Western New Mexico University (WNMU), Silver City, NM.

Schedule:
Operates year-round during after-school hours, school breaks, and summer months. Specific hours may vary, so it's best to contact the center directly for current times

Activities Offered:

STEM-based learning: Engaging science, technology, engineering, and math activities.
Educational support: Homework help and academic enrichment.
Creative play: Games, arts, and social interaction in a safe, supervised environment.
Transportation: Children are picked up from Grant County schools and brought to the WNMU site

Age Group:
Children ages 5 to 12.

Program Highlights:

Safe and nurturing environment.
Staffed by caring and experienced educators.
Convenient enrollment and waitlist system.
Plans to expand to the new Silver City Recreation Center in the future.

Kids Space (Rec-Center)

Location: Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center
Near 32nd and Silver Street, Silver City, NM

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the school year
(Summer hours may vary: typically 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)

Activities Offered:

STEM-based learning: Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities.
Homework help: Academic support from caring staff.
Creative play: Games, arts, and social interaction in a safe, supervised space.
Seasonal programs: Available during school breaks and summer months.
Transportation: Pickup from Grant County schools to the center.

Facility Features:

Basketball, volleyball, and pickleball courts
Multigenerational lounge with games and interactive learning
Fitness and multipurpose rooms
Outdoor all-abilities playground

Age Group:
Children ages 5 to 12.

Community Collaboration:
Kids Space is a joint initiative by the Town of Silver City, Silver Consolidated Schools, WNMU, and other partners, designed to provide enriching care and learning opportunities for local children

Let the Children Come After School Program

Location: 1920 Little Walnut Road, Silver City, NM 88061

Faith-Based Child Care

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Available during school days, with full-day and summer care offered based on demand.

What They Provide:

Transportation from Silver City Public Schools (grades K–6)
Daily care in a structured setting
Activities that support physical, mental, and spiritual growth
Loving, trained staff focused on whole-child development
Optional full-day and summer care depending on staffing and demand

Age Group:
Children ages 5 to 12.

Program Overview:
Let the Children Come is a state-licensed, faith-based after-school care program dedicated to nurturing elementary-aged children in a safe, structured, and spiritually enriching environment.

Mission Statement:
To provide a Christ-centered space where children are cared for, supported, and encouraged to grow in faith and character.

(575) 956-6667

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La Red de Aprendizaje para Niños (ENLACES)