Equestrian Trails Elementary Afterschool Program

Basic Information

Grade Level: Pre-K, K-5
Address: 9720 Stribling Way, Wellington, FL 33414
Person of Contact: Ken Haines
Phone Number: 561-904-9630
Fax Number: 561-904=9653

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Additional Information

Student Size: Afterschool Program 250
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:18
Number of Teachers: Teachers/Counselors 15;Act.Ldr 3; Asst Dir 1; Dir 1
Hours/Week: 2:00PM-6:00PM M-F
Gardens (Sq. Feet): Butterfly 1000 // Garden 96
Program Highlights:

Combination of Academic-enrichment-recreational activities and both butterfly garden and vegetable garden are used by entire school as part of our Living Classroom Project. Butterfly Garden is National Monarch Waystation and both Butterfly and Vegetable gardens use KISSS drip soaker water system which is environmentally friendly and reduces water usage by over 50% from previous system.

Mission Statement:

To provide a safe and enriching environment of academic, enrichment, and recreational activites during out of school time that is affordable and accessible to all.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

We are continually striving to provide the best program possible for all students in a positive and enriching way.

Program History:

The Equestrian Trails Elementary Afterschool Program has been in existence since the school opened in 2004 and has received county, state, and national recognition for program quality. Although the program is funded through Parent fee, both projects were the result of student involvment and fund raising along with contributions and assistance from community partners.

Volunteer Participation: We have community partnerships with both Palm Beach Central High School and Wellington High School who have students volunteering in the program, along with the Wellington Garden Club.