latchkey program

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A childcare service that provides a supervised environment for elementary school-aged children before and after school, while their parents are working; often offer activities like homework assistance, reading, games, and crafts.

Word forms

latchkey program latchkey programs

Etymology

By analogy with latchkey kid.

Synonyms

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