Before and After School | Academics | City and Country School, New York

Before School

IVs-VIIs have the option to gather in the Library to enjoy books, games, and arts and crafts starting at 8:00 a.m. At 8:40 a.m., they will be brought to their Group classrooms by the early morning drop-off teacher.  When you arrive at school in the morning, please bring your child to the Library on the first floor of the 13th Street Building. The cost is $20/session.

After School

NEW for 2025-26! Extended afternoon for IIs and IIIs runs each day until 5:00 p.m. and offers a warm and nurturing after-school time with yard, art, and other activities. This program is only available for children enrolled in our full-day program for IIs and IIIs. Children may attend on a day-by-day basis,  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. This program is not available on Wednesdays. Please stay tuned for more information.

Extended afternoon for IVs-VIIs runs each day until 5:45 p.m. and offers a warm and nurturing after-school time with yard play and indoor activities such as art, playing games, and sharing stories. As with Early Morning Drop Off, extended afternoon is something your child may attend on a day-by-day basis. The cost is $40/session.

These programs begin the first full day of class and are available Monday-Friday.

Before School*

To start their day early, VIIIs-Xs can join a program at any point from 8:00 until 8:30 a.m. Morning programs begin in the Yard and Library. Students have the option to attend math practice and math extension. Upon arrival, children sign in at the Front Desk and go directly to the appropriate location. This offering is free of charge, runs M-F, and begins the first day of class.

After School

Extended afternoon for VIIIs+ runs each day until 5:45 p.m. for our older students as well, directly following Flex and Add-In Classes. Extended is something your child may attend on a day-by-day basis.  The cost is $40/session, runs M-F, and begins the first day of class.

This class introduces American Sign Language and Deaf culture in a warm, inclusive environment led by native Deaf instructors. Students learn ASL through conversation and play, gaining a deeper appreciation for Deaf Gain and communication beyond sound. This offering is taught by the Sign Language Center — the nation’s only Deaf-owned ASL school — and they're excited to sign with you!

Cost for the fall session: $740.

Capoeira is a martial art disguised as dance, developed by African slaves in Brazil as a form of resistance and expression. Today, it blends movement, rhythm, and play in a joyful, music-filled circle. Students will learn capoeira’s basic movements, play partner sequences (non-contact), and explore its rich cultural history. Guided by the principles of Focus, Discipline, and Respect (FDR), this class fosters fitness, leadership, and community. This popular offering is presented by AfroBrazil Arts. See Capoeria in action here.

Cost for the fall session: $740.

In this hands-on class led by Margo Lippman, students will learn foundational fiber arts skills, including simple sewing, to design and create their own pieces—starting with a pillow or a bag. We'll also explore weaving and design techniques. It’s a fun, focused space where children can express their creativity while strengthening fine motor and artistic skills.

Cost for the fall session: $740.

Debate Tournament Prep, facilitated by Dedimus Postestatem, focuses on preparing the C&C Debate Team for city-wide tournaments. Students will train together and compete in tournaments with other New York City middle schools through the New York Debate League.

If your student has NOT participated in the league before, please email Natalie to confirm eligibility to join this section.

There is no cost to participate on this team.

XIs-XIIIs (and possibly Xs, depending on numbers) are eligible to join the C&C soccer team. From first touch to final whistle, this team emphasizes fundamentals, fitness, and team spirit. It’s all about playing with heart, supporting your teammates, and loving the game. The team will enjoy friendly interscholastic competition against other area independent schools.  

The season runs on Mondays and Fridays, September 4 - October 31 (fall season) and requires a 75% attendance commitment.  Please send any questions to Todd Rosenthal.

There is no cost to participate on this team.

Soccer SIGN UP AND INFORMATION

Capoeira is a martial art disguised as dance, developed by African slaves in Brazil as a form of resistance and expression. Today, it blends movement, rhythm, and play in a joyful, music-filled circle. Students will learn capoeira’s basic movements, play partner sequences (non-contact), and explore its rich cultural history. Guided by the principles of Focus, Discipline, and Respect (FDR), this class fosters fitness, leadership, and community. This popular offering is presented by AfroBrazil Arts. See Capoeria in action here

Cost for the fall session: $740.

Community Roots is a student-led service learning group that takes action on real issues facing our school and neighborhood. Each Monday, students come together to identify community needs and lead projects that make a difference—from urban gardening and recycling to supporting local housing, food, and health initiatives. It’s hands-on, heart-first learning that grows civic responsibility and strengthens our ties to the world around us.

There is no cost to participate on this team.

Young coders explore transportation through fun, hands-on engineering challenges—building airplanes, cars, and more—while learning foundational coding with age-appropriate tools. Whether guiding a virtual robot or constructing a vehicle, students develop problem-solving, logic, and computational thinking skills in an environment that encourages experimentation and creativity. This program is led by iCamp.

Cost for the fall session: $860.

Budding chefs, working alongside Will Cruz, whip up healthy, allergen-free snacks like homemade pizza, bagels, and yogurt parfaits while learning about ingredients, kitchen tools, and measurement. They’ll explore how food connects to culture and community—and they’ll enjoy everything they make. This class builds independence, confidence, and a love of cooking that can extend beyond the classroom.

Cost for the fall session: $860.

Design, build, and bring big ideas to life! In this hands-on class, students work with Katie to sketch, cut, assemble, and refine their own one-of-a-kind creations—from vehicles and cutouts to imaginative, unexpected inventions. This class fosters creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration in our workshop setting.

Cost for the fall session: $860.

Students learn how to craft arguments, analyze different perspectives, and speak with clarity and confidence. Through engaging topics and friendly competition, this class builds skills in public speaking, persuasive writing, and respectful discourse—equipping students to express themselves and think critically about the world around them. This program is led by Dedimus Postestatem.

Cost for the fall session: $1,075.

Students dive into the world of digital design through hands-on projects and creative challenges. They’ll learn layout, typography, and color theory, then bring their ideas to life using Adobe Photoshop. This course supports artistic growth, visual communication, and confidence in a medium that’s increasingly central to how we share ideas. This course is led by professional graphic designer Kevin Gillespie P'26,  '33.

Cost for the fall session: $1,075.

Xs-XIIIs are eligible to join a C&C volleyball team. Open to players of all levels, this co-ed team focuses on teamwork, fundamentals, and having fun. Practices and games offer a great mix of skill-building, strategy, and school spirit. The team will enjoy friendly interscholastic competition against other area independent schools. 

The season runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 4 - October 31 (fall season) and requires a 75% attendance commitment.  Please send any questions to Todd Rosenthal.

There is no cost to participate on this team.

Volleyball SIGN UP AND INFORMATION

Design, build, and bring big ideas to life! In this hands-on class, students work with Katie to sketch, cut, assemble, and refine their own one-of-a-kind creations—from vehicles and cutouts to imaginative, unexpected inventions. This class fosters creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration in our workshop setting.

Cost for the fall session: $800.

Ready to level up your coding? Students tackle more advanced challenges—building games, animations, and simulations while collaborating on group projects. With enhanced tools and guidance from iCamp program leaders, they’ll develop real-world programming skills and the confidence to experiment, iterate, and turn their coding curiosity into creative expression.

Cost for the fall session: $1,000.

Learn basketball by playing basketball! Todd’s approach uses small-sided games to build essential skills like ball-handling, shooting, and decision-making. Students play, experiment, and apply what they’ve learned in larger scrimmages. All genders and skill levels welcome in the session for VIIs and VIIIs that is fun, active, and inclusive environment. The 4:15-5:15 session is for girls and non-binary students who want to build confidence and have fun in a supportive athletic space.

Note: Hoopsters is a 10-week offering and does not continue beyond fall break.
Cost for the fall session: $615.

Learn basketball by playing basketball! Todd’s approach uses small-sided games to build essential skills like ball-handling, shooting, and decision-making. Students play, experiment, and apply what they’ve learned in larger scrimmages. All genders and skill levels welcome in the session for VIIs and VIIIs that is fun, active, and inclusive environment. The 4:15-5:15 session is for girls and non-binary students who want to build confidence and have fun in a supportive athletic space.

Note: Hoopsters is a 10-week offering and does not continue beyond fall break.
Cost for the fall session: $615.

In Chess I, students learn and practice the fundamentals of chess in a fun and engaging environment. Each child is placed in a group that matches their skill level, and those continuing from earlier sessions remain in their current sections. Chess I is taught by Rita Kelly; students can also participate in optional city-wide tournaments with Coach Fred.

Cost for the fall session: $800.

Chess II and III are taught by Fred Wilson (who has taught chess at C&C for 20+ years!). Students build on their foundational chess skills through intermediate and advanced strategies, tactics, and game play. With Fred’s guidance, players sharpen their thinking and compete with peers. Those who are interested can represent C&C in city-wide tournaments—offering real-world opportunities to grow and compete.

Cost for the fall session: $800.

In this immersive Spanish playgroup, children learn through songs, stories, puppets, and art. The class is led by Brianny Crisostomo and will build basic vocabulary and expressions through full-body engagement and joyful repetition. Students connect words with actions, rhythms, and routines—laying a playful, memorable foundation for language learning and cultural awareness.

Cost for the fall session: $800.

Lhakpa Gurung will lead children in yoga poses, breathing, games, and storytelling to explore the balance between movement and stillness. This class builds strength, flexibility, focus, and mindfulness while fostering positive thinking, self-awareness, and a strong sense of calm. It's an energizing and grounding way to round out the school day.

Cost for the fall session: $800.

Xs-XIIIs are eligible to join a C&C volleyball team. Open to players of all levels, this co-ed team focuses on teamwork, fundamentals, and having fun. Practices and games offer a great mix of skill-building, strategy, and school spirit. The team will enjoy friendly interscholastic competition against other area independent schools. 

The season runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 4 - October 31 (fall season) and requires a 75% attendance commitment.  Please send any questions to Todd Rosenthal.

There is no cost to participate on this team.

Volleyball SIGN UP AND INFORMATION

A star is made, not born! In this special course presented by Cinema Kidz, your Hollywood bound kid will learn the rules and techniques of acting for the camera in a fun and supportive environment. We'll start off with several improv games and exercises that stimulate the imagination and build confidence! As the course progresses, kids will practice acting techniques unique to filmmaking including: character motivation, nonconsecutive filming, hitting your mark, blocking action and calibrating movement for the camera and shot size, stage presence, and more. Unique to this immersive acting class is the kids ability to learn both acting skills as well as real movie set production lingo. Children will practice both improvisation, monologues, and reading from the page to the stage. Students will also learn about voice acting, as they experiment with creating a character through voice overs, used in the final film. Screen testers will culminate in the filming of a longer scripted project.

Cost for the fall session: $1,000.

Chess II and III are taught by Fred Wilson (who has taught chess at C&C for 20+ years!). Students build on their foundational chess skills through intermediate and advanced strategies, tactics, and game play. With Fred’s guidance, players sharpen their thinking and compete with peers. Those who are interested can represent C&C in city-wide tournaments—offering real-world opportunities to grow and compete.

Cost for the fall session: $800.

Budding chefs, working alongside Will Cruz, whip up healthy, allergen-free snacks like homemade pizza, bagels, and yogurt parfaits while learning about ingredients, kitchen tools, and measurement. They’ll explore how food connects to culture and community—and they’ll enjoy everything they make. This class builds independence, confidence, and a love of cooking that can extend beyond the classroom.

Cost for the fall session: $740.

Design, build, and bring big ideas to life! In this hands-on class, students work with Katie to sketch, cut, assemble, and refine their own one-of-a-kind creations—from vehicles and cutouts to imaginative, unexpected inventions. This class fosters creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration in our workshop setting.

Cost for the fall session: $740.

In this open studio class taught by Private Picassos, students explore 2D and 3D materials—clay, paint, collage, and more—using them alone or in combination. With guidance, each student develops their own ideas and areas of interest. It’s a space to experiment, create, and express freely in C&C’s inspiring, fully equipped art room.

Cost for the fall session: $925.

XIs-XIIIs (and possibly Xs, depending on numbers) are eligible to join the C&C soccer team. From first touch to final whistle, this team emphasizes fundamentals, fitness, and team spirit. It’s all about playing with heart, supporting your teammates, and loving the game. The team will enjoy friendly interscholastic competition against other area independent schools.  

The season runs on Mondays and Fridays, September 4 - October 31 (fall season) and requires a 75% attendance commitment.  Please send any questions to Todd Rosenthal.

There is no cost to participate on this team.

SOCCER SIGN UP AND INFORMATION

Todd Rosenthal offers his long-running and unique tournament-clinic hybrid to IXs-XIs of all genders who are comfortable with the rules of basketball (beginners should join the Wednesday add-in class). This popular offering brings a fast-paced, friendly-competitive vibe that enables players to experiment with specific basketball concepts at game speed. Teams are mixed each week to keep it fresh and to ensure everyone gets ball touches!

Note: The 3-on-3 Basketball Clinic is a 10-week offering and does not continue beyond fall break. Cost for the fall session: $1,000.