this is such an anti-child policy too, from the party trying to protect the children. libraries and after-school programs were a godsend for my parents, who were both working, when they weren't available to get me right after school. they are an incredibly valuable resource for families!!!
my local library was so great too, they even used to create all kinds of contests where kids could track what books they read and get stickers and treats and stuff. i used to spend hours and hours there every week, idk where i would've been otherwise!
and like coming from this as an adoptee, i am extremely hypersensitive to anything that even remotely approaches treating children like property. you do not own your kids!!! they are people!!!!