Capitol Language Services (CLS) is a Washington, D.C. organization (founded 2006) that provides before- and after-school programs and school-break camps at DC elementary schools, with enrichment in language, STEM and drama. It runs summer and DCPS-closing camps at sites such as Murch, Brent and Lafayette elementary schools and offers financial aid.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Capitol Language Services, LLC (CLS) directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Zach FMy kid has attended camps and aftercare programming provided by Capitol Language Services (CLS) for years and they have been wonderful. There have been so many dedicated CLS counselors that provide an enriching, fun, and supportive environment for kids. My kid particularly enjoys their art enrichment class, and I appreciate the quality outdoor time built into the program. As a parent, I have found it easy to communicate with them, understand the programming options, and pick-up/drop-off procedure is great. I would highly recommend CLS for camps and childcare.
★★★★★Sanae AtlassiWe have had a wonderful experience with CLS Murch before care and aftercare program for 4 years now. The staff is incredibly attentive and truly cares about the well-being of the children. It’s such a relief knowing my kids are in a safe, engaging, and supportive environment after school. Highly recommend!
★★★★★Mark RooneyWe have sent our kids to CLS for several years because they provide reliable and engaging care before and after school. Strongly recommend!
★★★★★Ashley HendersonMy daughter (Kindergartener at Hearst ES) loves aftercare at CLS which is already a huge win. She comes home praising the activities and seems both stimulated and engaged. I'm particularly impressed with the administration of the program as it's clearly very complicated with many options for additional enrichment like art, Spanish and tennis and part and full time options. Suzanne in particular is knowledgeable, efficient and warm, adept at addressing family needs and making me laugh at the same time. Thank you CLS team!
★★★★★Anna KWe have always been very happy with CLS and our two children have very much enjoyed their time in the program over the last several years. The staff is attentive, caring, thoughtful and professional and they go out of their way to monitor the children, keep them engaged with games, arts and crafts, etc., develop close relationships with them and keep parents apprised of any issues or concerns year-round. We would recommend CLS to any family looking for before or aftercare for their children in a fun, safe, creative, loving and well-supervised environment.