
After School Programs
Throughout the year, Queen Mary Elementary offers after school programs that are run by community organizations at our school. Please see below for current options.
For additional programs offered in the Queen Mary Community but not on school grounds see Here.

After-School Beginner Cantonese Chinese Class
open
We are excited to be offering this after-school language enrichment opportunity to Queen Mary students from Grade 1 to Grade 6.
May 2 to June 20 (excluding June 13 due to Sports Day)
Fridays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Grades:
1 - 6
Fees:
$210 (includes tax and materials)
Class Size: Up to 15 students
Registration is now open, and will be accepting students until the program begins. If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact Ladder Tree.
laddertree@outlook.com

Ravens Rugby Program
Open for registration
Are you ready to experience the excitement of rugby in a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment? Ravens Rugby is proud to host after school rugby for young athletes from Kindergarten to Grade 7. Whether you're new to the sport or looking to develop your skills, After school Ravens Rugby Program is the perfect place for you. Students will be supervised from dismissal at the program school. No need to pick up your child until 4.30 pm.
April 22th - June 12th
Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Grades:
2 to 8
Fees:
$150 (plus GST)

Project People Hub STEAM after school programs at St. Helen’s
open
The STEAM-based afterschool program runs three days a week Tuesdays-Thursdays for all Queen Mary Elementary students ages 6-9. Students can enjoy snacks and STEAM-based activities.
*Please note that this program is exclusive to Queen Mary students. We will pick up your child and walk them to St. Helen's Church.
April 15, 2025 until June 3, 2025
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Grades:
6 - 9 years old on the day of the activity
Fees:
$299.00 Taxes waived

Engineering & Robotics-VEX Robotics
Open
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of robotics and coding! This hands-on program introduces young learners to the fundamentals of robotics using the beginner-friendly LEGO EV3 platform. Students will:
• Design, build, and program robots to complete thrilling challenges and solve real-world problems.
• Learn coding fundamentals through block-based programming, empowering them to bring their creations to life.
• Develop essential skills like computational thinking, logical reasoning, and teamwork in a collaborative environment.
April 24 -June 12 (8 sessions)
Thursdays: 3:00 pm- 4:30 pm
Grades:
2 to 5
Fees:
$300* (*plus GST)
* $25 Annual Membership Fees is required for Registration. (One time Only)

Lights Up Musical Theatre
open
Sing. Dance. Act. Shine!
At Lights Up Afterschool, your child can experience the joys and benefits of musical theatre by taking part in our afterschool programs led by our talented and experienced Lights Up Musical Theatre Schools’ staff. These classes are a unique introduction to our weekend musical theatre programs and provide students with an enriching, rewarding, and most of all, fun afterschool activity right at the bell!
SPRING SHOW: MAGIC SCHOOL BUS!
Seat belts, everyone! This Spring, we will be putting on a musical performance of “Magic School Bus”, created for our afterschool students! Inspired by the series of the same name, students will sing, dance, and act on a field trip through space with everyone’s favourite teacher, Ms. Frizzle!
Students will be supervised from dismissal. No need to pick up your child until 5:15pm!
Performance on the last day of classes for friends and family!
After School Mondays
APR 7 - JUNE 23
Mondays 3:00-5:15 PM
Grades:
K to 7
Fees:
$365 (plus GST)

Free Kick INDOOR Soccer
program completed for this year
Free Kick INDOOR Soccer
Join Us to Play “World Cup” Style Small-Sided Games! All levels welcome. This is a great opportunity to stay active, learn ball control and play fun soccer games. Expect music and a fun festive atmosphere to ignite the global passion of the beautiful game.
Nov 8th – Dec 13th (6 sessions)
Fridays: 3:15 pm-4:15 pm
Grades:
K to 4
Fees:
$135 , ($125 Early Bird before October 30th)
* Includes Timbits Uniform, Soccer Ball, Socks & Medal
*No class Oct 22

VEMS Extracurricular Choir - Term 2
program completed for this year
Students will learn healthy vocal production and musicianship with their schoolmates while
exploring diverse repertoire. Every rehearsal has a professional pianist to encourage tuning and experience live music making. Regular attendance is strongly recommended as new songs are regularly introduced. The music has been carefully chosen with the children’s vocal health and abilities in mind. Team sports for the Arts!
Jan 17 - Mar 14 (8 Sessions)
Junior Choir Rehearsals: Fridays at 3pm
Senior Choir Rehearsals: Friday at 4pm
Grades:
K to 7
Fees:
$96 (*plus GST)

Young Rembrandts
program completed for this year
New lessons every session!
This winter, transform afterschool into an adventure of art and discovery with Young Rembrandts! Your elementary-aged artist will explore composition with the Fish Below Ice project and they will travel to the Great Wall of China right from their desk. Sports fans will cheer for our Hockey Player drawing, while budding historians can learn about the master strokes of Leonardo Da Vinci and Franz Marc’s Blue Horse. It's a season filled with creativity and learning—perfect for enhancing your child's drawing and colouring expertise. Enroll your young creator today!
Young Rembrandts teaches basic to intermediate drawing skills using a step-by-step method.
Jan 21 - Mar 11 (8 Sessions)
Tuesdays: 3:05 pm-4:15 pm
Grades:
1 to 6
Fees:
$184 (tax included)

Professor Puffin’s Challenge Club
program completed for this year
Children should have conversational fluency in English, in order to fully engage with program material
Professor Puffin’s Challenge Club is an afterschool enrichment program that offers a fun, educational and engaging experience for children in grades 1-4. The program uses a variety of activities to review subjects covered in the BC school curriculum (Science, art, nature, English, etc.) while mixing in entertaining topics to spark children’s interest. The program aims to develop teamwork, problem-solving skills, and focus, as well as expanded vocabulary and increased confidence. We offer a play-based approach that encourages exploration and collaboration with peers. Challenges are adapted to grade levels to ensure everyone’s active participation.
Jan 22 - Mar 12 (8 sessions)
Wednesdays: 3:05 pm-4:15 pm
Grades:
1 to 4
Fees:
$184 (tax included)

Neighborhood Art Studios
program completed for this year
Neighborhood Art Studios
Neighborhood Art Studios is offering hands on Art Classes at Queen Mary. Eight weeks of learning, creating and experiencing ART! These Art Classes will spark the creativity and Imagination of students with fun Art Projects. The set of eight sessions will introduce them to many new mediums, tools and techniques.
Students will learn how to draw from our illustrated step by step instruction starting from drawing animals from simple shapes, adding details and shading in different mediums such as Graphite, Oil pastels and Pencil crayons. PAINTING gives an amazing opportunity for children to express their perception, feelings and interests. Students will be introduced to new techniques in Acrylic Painting on canvas, learning how to mix and blend different colours, creating special effects and texture. They will be bringing paintings home done in Acrylics and Watercolours.
Oct. 10 – Nov. 28 (8 sessions)
Thursdays: 3:15 – 4:30 PM
Grades:
1 to 5
Fees:
$160.00 (Plus GST)
* Art supplies are included in the fee.
* Spaces are limited so register early