This report documents the results of a comprehensive survey of State, Catholic, and independent primary schools in Queensland and South Australia conducted in 1986 to identify the extent to which after-school care, recreation, education programs, and playgroup activities operated in school venues. A total of 1,927 schools were surveyed by mail; approximately 60 percent responded. Formal, funded programs were reported in 63 schools. The data generated from these programs identify details relating to administration, governance, budget, curricula, and participants. Further information was provided by 48 schools regarding informal, voluntary activities which cater to children arriving early and departing late. Innovative projects which have been beneficial to children, parents, and teachers in both urban and rural schools are noted. A small number of schools reported the involvement of playgroups in the school buildings. In response to questions about lack of programs, the majority of schools said they had never considered such a program. In conclusion, emerging questions and some further recommendations for research are suggested. Concluding remarks make particular reference to personnel and staffing of extended day programs. Areas of concern, such as staff-child ratio, contractual arrangements, and personnel evaluation, are discussed with a focus on program improvement. (Author/RH)