Makoto picks up from which schools:
For the 2022-2023 school year, Makoto will pick up kids from:

Downingtown Middle School Springton Manor Elementary

East Ward Elementary St. Elizabeth's Parish School

Lionville Elementary STEM

Lionville Middle School Uwchlan Hills Elementary

Marsh Creek 6th Grade Center West Chester EAST High School

Pickering Valley Elementary Willistown Montessori (Malvern)

Shamona Creek Elementary

What is the latest time for pick up?
We ask that parents pick up their Makoto members no later than 6:00pm. Traffic however, does happen. If a parent is going to be later than 6:00pm, he must call his respective Makoto location to let them know. We do NOT charge late fees unless lateness becomes a habit.

Does Makoto offer before care?
No. Makoto is an after-school program only. We do not offer before care.

Is Makoto open on minor holidays and school In-service days?
YES! Makoto follows the Downingtown School District Calendar and offers help

(for a small additional fee) on all minor holidays... In-service days... and Spring

Break. And on these days we always take the campers somewhere fun such as

Skyzone Trampoline Park... rollerskating... Go-N-Bananas Family Fun Center...

the movies... etc. Makoto also picks up on Early Dismissal and Half days for no additional fee.

If I enroll my son in Makoto does he need to attend five (5) days per week?
Makoto is a leadership program... not just after-school care. It is important that students attend often in order to learn and progress. We therefore, accept students who will attend three (3) or five (5) days a week. Pricing does vary depending on which weekly selection is chosen.

"Makoto -- and Sensei La France -- is teaching this kids to be responsible in life. How wonderful! We are so glad our grandson attends this program". -- M. Lerch

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Is Makoto a full-year program?
Makoto is a full SCHOOL-YEAR program. If you enroll, you enroll for the entire school year. Makoto does offer a fun Summer Camp program for families who are interested in utilizing the Makoto program year round. But a member does not have to attend all of Makoto Summer Camps. You can choose the weeks you want to attend.

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