Girls Inc. of the Island City Programs

Girls Inc. of the Island City Programs includes the Alameda Island Kids (AIK) Program, Girls Inc. of the Island City Elementary Programs, and G.E.M.S. (Girls. Empowerment. Mentoring. Support.). AIK runs Monday through Friday with AM/Before School Care, PM/After School Care, or AM/PM options for kindergarten through 5th grade, with TK students at select sites for AM care only. The Elementary Programs run Monday through Friday on the AUSD dismissal schedule for girls and gender expansive youth entering kindergarten through 5th grade who are at least 5 years old, and G.E.M.S. meets during the school day once per week.

Programs

• Alameda Island Kids (AIK) Program — Kindergarten through 5th grade; TK students (AM only) at select sites · Monday-Friday; AM/Before School Care, PM/After School Care, or AM/PM options · $400–$875 per month · Before and after school program options are offered on a monthly basis; no part-time options. Monthly rates listed for 2026-2027 school year.
• Girls Inc. of the Island City Elementary Programs — All girls and gender expansive youth entering Kindergarten-5th grade who are at least 5 years old · Monday-Friday; M, T, TH, F 2:50-6:00 pm; W 12:10 pm-6:00 pm · $475 · Girls Inc. programming is offered according to the AUSD dismissal schedule.
• G.E.M.S. (Girls. Empowerment. Mentoring. Support.) — Girls in Alameda Unified School District schools · During the school day; one hour, once per week · Focuses on social emotional learning, academic success, building healthy relationships, anti-bullying, leadership, and confidence/self-esteem.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $400–$875
• General schedule: AIK is offered on a Monday-Friday basis. Elementary Programs are offered Monday-Friday according to the AUSD dismissal schedule.

About the provider

Girls Inc. of the Island City is the longest-running girls’ leadership program. Alameda Island Kids has been powered by Girls Inc. of the Island City since 1981. The mission states that the program equips girls to reach their full potential by supporting them to overcome challenges and access opportunities, and that Girls Inc. of the Island City inspires all girls to be Strong, Smart, & Bold.

AIK does not provide part-time program options. Enrollment does not roll over from year to year. All youth must be enrolled in school with AUSD prior to enrollment in AIK programs. Pre-registration does not guarantee enrollment. The $60 enrollment fee is non-refundable. Space availability and waitlists apply.

What families say

“Without the help of Girls Inc. of the Island City, I would not have been able to become a bold and visionary first-generation college student. Through their many programs, I have learned to push my limits and to dream of a better future for myself.” — Julie - GIIC Teen Program Alumna, National Scholarship Winner, and UC Berkeley Student

Last updated September 16, 2026.