Before & After School Programs

YMCA’s Y – Care Before and After School Program (grades K-6)
Parents looking for safe, educational and fun activities outside the classroom can take advantage of the YMCA’s before and afterschool program. Combining play with academics, the Y’s afterschool program fills gaps in schools and the Cedar Valley by offering enrichment through art, physical education, sports and nutrition. Youth in the Y’s afterschool program receive homework assistance, recreational activities, arts and crafts, and snacks. They also engage in character development, health and fitness, service learning and youth sports. Before and afterschool programming at the Y focuses on the holistic development of youth, promoting creativity, a love for learning, academic success, friendship and character building. Financial assistance and DHS assistance is available to those in need, to ensure every child has the opportunity to learn and grow at the Y.

The Y-Care program currently serve the following schools: Becker, Orange, and Poyner Elementary.

Monday – Friday
Before Hours: 6:30 AM – School Begins
After Hours:   School End-6:00 PM

Registration Registration There is a one-time registration fee of $25 each year. Completed registration forms must be turned into the YMCA one week before your child can attend the program.

For more information on the Y-Care program or to register your child visit the YMCA’s Website.

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YWCA’s Y’s Kids Before and After School Program (grades K-5)
The YWCA Y’s Kids Before and After School program is designed to meet the needs of parents whose schedules do not coincide with their children’s school day.  Although there will be time for completing homework, Y’s Kids is a time for children to unwind, relax, be creative and enjoy the company of friends in a safe, friendly environment with positive, caring adult role models.  Weekly themes give the program a variety of topics to experience and learn about.  All Y’s Kids locations are licensed through the Department of Human Services.  Breakfast and snack are provided each day.

All area school age kids are welcome. If your child has special or individual needs, the YWCA is prepared to meet them completely and respectfully.  

The YWCA provides before-and-after school care at:
Cunningham, Highland, Irving, Kingsley, Kittrell, Lincoln, Lou Henry, and Lowell Elementary

Monday – Friday
Before Hours: 6:30 AM – School Begins
After Hours:   School End-6:00 PM

Registration fee is $15 and a $15 YWCA annual membership fee (per child). These fees are non-refundable. You must complete and return the childcare information form before we can accept your registration. Reduced pricing is available, to see if you qualify ask for the scholarship application form at the front desk.  The YWCA also accepts DHS and Promise Jobs funding.

Pre-School Age Care
Elk Run, Cunningham, Highland, Kittrell and Lincoln Elementary

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Before Hours: 6:30 AM – School Begins
After Hours:   School End-6:00 PM

For more information on the Y’s Kids program or to register your child please call 319.234.7589 or visit the YWCA’s Website.