Scientific Essay from the year 2012 in the subject Pedagogy - Miscellaneous Topics, grade: "-", , course: "-", language: English, abstract: This paper introduces the concept of complementary learning systems as a critical tool for educators, teachers, parents and community members in learning process. It discusses features of complementary learning systems; success of complementary learning systems; complementary learning systems and family involvement; action agenda to sustain complementary learning systems; and complementary learning and out-of-school-time programmes. Finally, it concludes by pointing out some suggestions on policies and practices.