PRESCHOOL/AFTERSCHOOL

Youth Development

Through programs that give youth and teens opportunities to gain leadership skills, core values and an ethic of service, the YMCA helps young people make wise and healthy choices. Following the Search Institute's Developmental Asset Model, all YMCA programs provide youth the building blocks necessary to become productive and caring adults. According to the Search Institute's research, the more assets young people have, the less like likely they are to engage in high-risk behaviors. Under the guidance of caring adults, youth learn fair play and positive communication and develop a spirit of cooperation - all skills that are needed to succeed.

YMCA AfterSchool (N.C.I. Workshop Accepted)

Once a child reaches school age, multiple influences enter his or her life. YMCA AfterSchool ensures that the time after school is occupied creatively and constructively. Our AfterSchool programs are offered in partnership with area school districts and various other organizations, offering after-school care in more than 250 locations. Children participate in a balanced program of open play and structured activities while being supervised by well-trained and caring staff. Children get involved in a variety of learning centers in addition to program components such as recreation, health enhancement, arts and humanities programs, nutritional snacks, service learning, character development and homework assistance. YMCA AfterSchool ensures that children are given a unique mix of blocks that teaches children how to make positive and intelligent decisions throughout life.

Ages: 5-12

Session: Academic school year

Days of Care: Monday-Friday

Time of Care: School dismissal-6:00pm

Locations: Kashmere Gardens Elementary and Fonwood Elementary

Fees: Vary according to schools

For more information, stop by or call us at 713.633.0530.

YMCA Preschool (N.C.I Worksource accepted)

Through YMCA Preschool, children embark on a voyage of learning with a curriculum that addresses the development of the whole child. By using a variety of strategies, our preschools utilize a creative curriculum that includes an appreciation for language and literature, listening, speaking, reading and writing. Children also focus on values and lessons that include interacting with others and problem-solving skills. Throughout the day, children are kept busy and their creative spirit is constantly regenerated in educational ways.

Ages: 2-5

Days of Care: Monday-Friday

Time of Care: 6:30am-6:30pm

Location: Northeast Family YMCA, 7901 Tidwell Rd, N. Wayside

Transportation: School drop-off and pick-up services for Thurgood Marshall Elementary only.

For more information, please stop by or call us at 713.633.0530.