Abington YMCA Child Care

School Age Child Care

The Abington YMCA is pleased to offer care for your child in kindergarten through 6th grade attending a public school in the Abington School District.  The Before Care program provides excelllent care for your child at the Abington YMCA beginning at 7:00 AM on days that Abington elementary schools are in session.  Under the supervision of YMCA staff, children participate in gym activities and are transported to school by 8:50 AM.  Before school care is also offered at McKinley Elementary School for McKinley strudents only beginning at 7:30 AM.

The After School Care program services McKinley, Roslyn, Willow Hill, Overlook, Highland, Copper Beach and Rydal Elementary Schools for students in grades K - 6.  The program begins at 3:20 PM when school is dismissed and ends at 6:00 PM.  Program includes scheduled homework help time, a snack and recreation activities every day, and, at least once a week, special programs such as fitness, chess, arts and crafts and more.

2008 School Age Rates

Before Care                              $158.00/month                  $79.00 (2 week deposit**)

After Care                                 $273.00/month                  $136.50 (2 week deposit**)

Before & After Care                    $415.00/month                  $207.50 (2 week deposit**)

**Deposit is required at time of registration

An Abington YMCA membership is required for all school age child care participants and must remain active throughout the school year.  Stop by the membership desk for a registration packet.

There is a 10% discount applied to the sibling paying the lowest rate for childcare.

Holiday Camp (ages 5 to 12)

A full day of exciting activities for school age children.  Holiday camp day begins at 7am and ends at 6pm.  Holiday campers are involved in arts and crafts, games, sprots and swimming pus a field trip.  Pre-registration with payment is required one week prior to services.  All Holiday campers must bring a lunch and towel and swim suit.

Location:  AbingtonYMCA

Dates: 

Full Member fee:  $40/day

Program Member fee:  $45/day

For More Information, Please Contact: Angela Jacovini at 215-884-9622 ext. 1856

Full Day Pre-School Child Care

The Abington YMCA full day child care program offers a nurturing environment in which children can grow, explore and learn while providing parents the opportunity to work without worry.  Our goal is to promote a healthy spirit, mind and body in each child attending our program.  As the children grow they participate in developmentally appropriate activities that promote self-esteem responsibility and school readiness.

Our program offers:

• State licensed and participant of Keystone Stars Program
• Qualified professional staff
• Developmentally appropriate activities using the creative curriculum for infants 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten
• Theme based learning centers with balance of large and small group activities.
• 3, 4, and 5 year old classrooms include a computer center, gym class and swimming instruction
• Morning and afternoon snacks are provided
• Outdoor playground as well as access to indoor movement areas during inclement weather.
• Operating hours 7am to 6:30pm
• Financial Assistance available.

Children with Disabilities

Children with disabilities are welcome to enroll in all of our YMCA programs.  One on one care is not available but wrap around workers may accompany a child.

Sibling Discount

There is a 10% discount applied to the sibling paying the lowest rate for child care.  (applies to all Child Care Programs).

 Diversity

The YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity embraces values and beliefs which support and reflect the inclusion and appreciation of all persons regardless of race, gender, creed, religion, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age or disability.  The YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information or to schedule a facility tour, contact Bhavana Vyas at 215-884-9622, ext. 1853.