Parochial and Private School-Age Child Care Program
With so many demands on today's families, parents need all the help they can get. That's why the YMCA is America's largest nonprofit child care provider. Through our affordable after-school child care programs, we create a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn, grow and develop social skills.
Intro
In partnership with seven area Private and Parochial schools, we provide after-school care for students in kindergarten through 8th grade that attend participating schools.
All of our highly trained, hand-picked staff are CPR and First Aid certified and receive extensive hours of training and professional development. We run background checks on all of our staff, so we know that we have the very best role models. Since safety is our priority, we make sure that we meet or exceed state staff-to-child ratios.
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Schedule
Hours: From school dismissal to 6 pm
Starting Price
Weekly rates start at $76 for the first child for facility members and $81 for the first child for program members. Registration fees apply. Join the Y to save on child care fees!
Ages
Kindergarten through 8th grade
Financial Assistance
The Y is for everyone. If you're looking for financial help, we offer affordable membership and program rates based on household income. Learn more about our financial assistance program. Please stop by the branch or give us a call to discuss whether you are eligible for assistance.
Jefferson County Parochial and Private School-Age Child Care Sites
Sites
Holy Trinity Parish School, 423 Cherrywood Rd
St. Margaret Mary Catholic School, 7813 Shelbyville Rd
St. Patrick Catholic School, 1000 N Beckley Station Rd
St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic School, 2131 Lancashire Ave
At a Glance
Here's some of what you can expect from our school-age child care program:
- All of our highly qualified staff are CPR and First Aid certified and receive extensive hours of training and professional development.
- We keep kids interested while having fun with our imaginative academic activities.
- We always encourage healthy eating habits and physical activity, and we provide nutritious snacks.
- We focus on improving literacy.
- We offer homework assistance.
School Breaks
At the Y, our school-age child care programs offer programming designed to enrich and inspire learning. In addition to our usual after-school activities that encourage academic enrichment, building self-esteem, healthy snacks and physical activity, we also have engaging theme-based activities.
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Snow Days
We'll offer a full day of activities from 7 am to 6 pm for participants (traffic and weather permitting).
Snow day care is available for currently registered participants only and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. If a site reaches capacity, you may be asked to choose another location. Children should bring a sack lunch along with a hat, gloves, boots and a warm coat.
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In-Service Days
In order for children to attend child care during in-service days, registration must be completed. We will have sign-up sheets at all of our sites during each in-service day. Spaces are limited so sign up early! Unfortunately, full day care is not available for children in preschool.
Please send your child with a non-refrigerated sack lunch, we'll provide a healthy morning and afternoon snack. If your site is going on a field trip, please drop off your child by the designated time in order to ensure care for the day
In-service days will be included in your child's attendance for the week unless the full day is the only day they attend. If your child is signed up for a specific day, you will be charged for the full day of care, regardless of attendance.
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School Break Camps
When school is out, the Y is here! Our school break camps keep kids active, engaged, and active in a fun and safe environment. We offer full-day care during school breaks.
Creating A Safe Environment
The YMCA of Greater Louisville works in partnership with families, staff and volunteers to protect children from child abuse. Learn about how we keep kids in our programs safe.
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