Shoal Creek ESS

Thank you so much for your interest in Shoal Creek’s ESS program!

It was effective during the 2024-2025 school year, new applications to the ESS program were being centrally managed by the District Office, Before/After School Department through a single application and interest list. 

Submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment in ESS. It is expected that the demand for ESS services may exceed the program capacity at most schools. 

Applicants are accepted into the program based on a state implemented priority criteria system outlined on ESS webpage; up to the capacity for each school's program.  

Families that need alternate resources can visit: https://childcaresandiego.com/
CLICK HERE TO FIND INFORMATION REGARDING ESS ENROLLMENT FOR 2025/2026 SY!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS

For more information regarding ESS enrollment, you can email [email protected].

ESS Overview

Mission Statement - "E.S.S. is a bridge between school and home where children are encouraged to learn, create, and explore within their school, community, and world."

Program Overview - This extended-day program expands the excellence of each child's school experience into before and after school. E.S.S. is staffed by highly qualified professionals and trained program assistants. The staff provides for the academic and social needs of children in safe and nurturing environments. There is time, space, encouragement, and support for learning good study habits.

Program History - The E.S.S. program began in 1980 and is now offered in every elementary school in the Poway Unified School District. All children who attend elementary school in the District are eligible to enroll.

Program Activities - Our program is geared toward expanding each child's world through arts & crafts projects, science activities, reading and language arts reinforcement, and math concept development. Our program reinforces the social, motor, and academic skills children learn in the classroom.

Hours - E.S.S. is open daily, Monday - Friday, from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Enrich

E.S.S. Embraces ENRICH, an acronym to include the following areas of enrichment, to use as a Guide for Staff Planning:

E xercise mind & body
N urturing
R eading & Relationships
I nvestigating Interests
C haracter Counts!, Creative Thinking, & the Arts
H aving Fun!

We believe that the children's extended day will be enriched by providing a balanced activity calendar that will support their growth and development. We want to encourage the children to explore their interests, motivate them to achieve their personal best, and relax and have fun with friends.