Poppins Expands After-School Programs with Additional Services in Toyonaka

Poppins to Launch New After-School Services in Toyonaka

Starting May 2025, Poppins, through its subsidiary Poppins EduCare, will implement additional services in three after-school child clubs located within Toyonaka City, Osaka. This initiative marks the first time Poppins has offered such services in after-school programs across Osaka.

Understanding Poppins' Additional Services

Poppins has a rich history of providing supplementary paid services in nurseries, such as English, music, and physical education. Leveraging this experience, they will now extend these offerings to elementary school-aged children in after-school childcare settings. The aim is to enrich the educational experiences of children after school, aligning with the high demand from parents for quality learning opportunities.

Additional Services from May 2025

From May onward, Poppins will systematically roll out supplementary services at three after-school clubs in Toyonaka City. The Toyonaka City Council has already introduced a course program named "Hokago Select" within the after-school clubs. Poppins has been contracted to implement and deliver this curriculum, which includes highly sought-after programs like the "GLOBAL Program," focusing on global perspectives through English, and the "STEAM Program," integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

The company will ensure these supplementary services meet the diverse learning needs of both parents and children while incorporating their unique brand of "EduCare" which prioritizes holistic child development.

Implementation Details

The additional services will be introduced at the following locations:

- Shonai Sakura Gakuen After-School Child Club
- Nitta Elementary School After-School Child Club
- Higashi Izumioka Elementary School After-School Child Club

Frequency of Service

- Frequency: Once a week, minimum
- Target Audience: Children enrolled in the specified after-school clubs
- Cost: Approximately 4,000 JPY per month (tax included)

Successful Trial Classes

On February 13, a trial class at the Shonai Sakura Gakuen After-School Child Club saw around 120 students from grades 1-4 participate in English conversation lessons. Each grade level experienced different content, focusing on greeting in English, identifying their favorite animals, and answering questions about school subjects.

About Poppins Group

Established in 1987, Poppins has dedicated itself to supporting working women through exceptional EduCare and nursing services. This mission encompasses a breadth of offerings, including nanny services, babysitting, nurseries, after-school programs, and bespoke VIP care.

Commitment to SDGs

In 2020, Poppins became the first SDGs-IPO company in Japan to be listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Throughout its operations, Poppins aims to contribute positively to society, particularly focusing on three key areas: ensuring quality education for all (Goal 4), achieving gender equality (Goal 5), and fostering decent work coupled with economic growth (Goal 8). Poppins not only implements SDGs in their daily services but also collaborates with Harvard University's Graduate School of Education on a project titled "SDGs for Children" to extend their impact into the academic realm.