Garden City Kindergarten Soccer
Welcome to Garden City Kindergarten Soccer!
Garden City Kindergarten Soccer is a non-profit program that offers co-ed soccer programs in the Spring and Fall for PreK and kindergarten kiddos at Burr Elementary School in Auburndale. Proceeds go to Newton Public School PTOs of the participants.
Saturdays, April 20th - June 15th (no games May 25th)
9:00am-10:00am for the Pre-K Soccer League
10:15am-11:15am for the K Soccer League
Please see the program details page for more details.
If your child entered kindergarten in the fall of 2023, register for the Kindergarten league.
If your child will attend kindergarten in the fall of 2024, register for PreK league.
If your child will not be 5 by September 1, 2024, we are not quite ready for you yet, but there are other local programs available for your child to play soccer. We recommend looking into programs at the WSYMCA, JCC, Newton Community Education, Newton Parks and Rec, or Coach Fabio at Ole Brazil . If you hear of other resources please let us know and we would be happy to add them to this list!
Children must be accompanied by an adult; this is not a drop-off program.
Financial assistance is available. Please reach out by email to gcksnewton@gmail.com
This program is run entirely by volunteers, and we have many opportunities for you to help!
PLEASE ADD YOURSELF TO THE WAITLIST AT THE LINK ABOVE!
The 2024 registration fee is $85.00 per child, and a $3 nonrefundable processing fee.
Players will receive a team t-shirt and end of season memento.
GCKS makes donations to the Newton Public School PTOs of participating players.
Teamwork, community, and soccer basics
Our programs provide a fun and enjoyable introduction to the game of soccer. It's also a fabulous community connection-- children are placed on teams with other children who attend (or will attend) their elementary school. It's a great way for kids (and grown-ups!) to make new friends.
The first half of each one-hour program is devoted to skill-building, while the second half-hour is a scrimmage with another team. We focus on teaching a variety of basic skills while encouraging teamwork. Children will develop self-esteem and confidence in a nurturing environment. Team sizes are small, with a maximum of 10 players per team. This format allows each child optimal time for on-field practice and game rotations. Space is limited to 80 children per league.
Volunteers Needed
GCKS is 100% volunteer-run... We need you!
Adult volunteers serve as GCKS head coaches, assistant coaches, field set up volunteers, and administrators in order to run this program. No experience is required; we provide all instructions and coaching tips. All you need to do is show up each week and have fun with your child(ren) and your team. You can sign up as a volunteer when you register your child for soccer. It’s truly a fun and rewarding experience. Please see our volunteer page and contact us with any questions: gcksnewton@gmail.com.
For the fall season, specific needs include:
Co-Coaches --
No previous coaching experience required. We aim for 2 coaches per team and provide suggested activities; you bring enthusiasm, a basic understanding of the game, and patience.
Please don't let occasional travel/commitments stop you from volunteering!
Field Setup and/or Breakdown --
Commit to only 1 or 2 Saturdays (or more if you want!), available to arrive 15 mins. early (Pre-K League) or stay 10-15 minutes after (K league) to help setup or put away goals and cones, per the instructions from our Fields Commissioner
Coach Commissioner --
Compile contact information for all coaches in both leagues and communicate with coaches about expectations, resources, suggestions and maintain open communication throughout the season.
Field Commissioner --
Create schedule for field set up and break down and organize parent volunteers
GCKS vs. Kindergarten Soccer
There are two kindergarten soccer programs in Newton. Please make sure you intend to register for Garden City Kindergarten Soccer before you sign up. Below is an overview of some differences between the kindergarten soccer programs. All are welcome in both leagues!
Players in grades 1 and up may register for Newton Youth Soccer or Newton Girls Soccer.
Garden City Kindergarten Soccer
Draws mostly from the north side of Newton
Hosted at Burr Elementary School
Proceeds shared among Newton Public School PTOs of all participants
Kindergarten Soccer
Draws mostly from the south side of Newton
Hosted at Lincoln Warren Park in Waban
Proceeds benefit Zervas Elementary School PTO
Contact us: gcksnewton@gmail.com
(c) 2023 Garden City Kindergarten Soccer