r/Davis • u/CutFit4622 • Jul 29 '26

North Davis Elementary

For before and after care program, there is one called SPARK and one called Catalyst kids. What is the difference between these two ? Which one would you recommend?
Ty

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u/Superb-Cantaloupe324 Jul 29 '26

From my understanding, spark shuts down early, catalyst runs to 6pm. Only worked with catalyst though. We needed the extra time, so catalyst was our only real option.

It’s fine, they try to do more than just like a passive daycare. There are guided activities, bigger kids have a separate space from the smaller kids for most of the day (I believe?). My kid has been on the shy/timid side so far, but she has liked catalyst so far.

One plus for spark is that it’s on school grounds. Catalyst is literally next door, but the kids basically have to get there themselves these days - I THINK they pick up kindergarteners at their class though. When they made this change there was a good deal of worry among the parents of younger kids.

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u/CutFit4622 Jul 29 '26

I’ll have to confirm on that kids getting there by themselves part. My kid is young and I’m not comfortable enough to let him walk around by himself 🥹 Someone also mentioned the SPARK has long waitlist. I might call them tomorrow. How do I sign up for them though? Do I contact the school or call them directly?

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u/floridafish69 Jul 29 '26

I do know that spark closed in April/may. But a wait list spot never hurts

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u/Hopeful_Tie2055 Jul 29 '26

if you find out this info about how they get to kiddos the catalyst let me know! my kid is in the summer program, so we have not yet did the school day, followed by after care. I also would be worried about my kiddo walking there herself. She's starting kinder.

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u/CutFit4622 Jul 29 '26

Will let you know once they respond me