Afterschool Club in Rathfarnham, Dublin 16
Poppins Afterschool Club provides a safe, stimulating and homely environment for primary school children in Rathfarnham, Dublin 16. Running Monday to Friday from 1:30pm to 5:30pm, we are aligned with Divine Word National School in Marley Grange — collecting children each afternoon and caring for them until parents are ready to collect.
We follow the Divine Word school timetable and operate for the full 38 weeks of the school term. Whether you need afterschool care five days a week or just a few days, we offer a flexible service designed around the real lives of working parents.
What your child gets every afternoon
From the moment children arrive at Poppins Afterschool, the afternoon follows a consistent, enjoyable routine that gives them structure after the school day while leaving plenty of room for fun.
A freshly cooked hot meal every day
Every afternoon, children at Poppins Afterschool Club sit down to a hot nutritious meal prepared by Early Days Food. The rotating menu offers a variety of wholesome, nutritious cooked meals that children enjoy.
We cater for all dietary requirements including vegetarian and gluten free. Just let us know if your child has any particular dietary requirements.
An example of our meals are:
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Sausages in onion gravy and mashed potato
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Chicken and veg pasta dish
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Chicken curry and rice
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Beef pasta bolognese
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Fish cakes, veg and mashed potato
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Tomato and veg pasta dish
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Cottage Pie
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Meatballs, brocolli and mashed potato
A place children actually want to come to
Our vision for the afterschool club has always been simple — to create an experience children genuinely enjoy, not just a place to wait until parents finish work. After a full school day, children need time to decompress, socialise, and have fun in an environment that feels relaxed and welcoming.
Practical information for parents
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 1:30pm to 5:30pm
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School term: 38 weeks, aligned with Divine Word NS, Marley Grange
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Collection: We collect directly from Divine Word NS each afternoon
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Extra-curricular: We facilitate drop-offs and collections for sports training and school activities
What's included
Collection from school, homework support, freshly cooked hot meal, supervised activities and outdoor play — all included in the afterschool fee.
NCS subsidy available
The National Childcare Scheme (NCS) can reduce the cost of afterschool care for qualifying families. Check your entitlement at NCS.gov.ie.
Current fee schedule
Please contact Caroline directly for our current afterschool fee schedule.