AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT YMCA OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS
YMCA After School Programs provide children expanded opportunities to learn and grow which encourages their success for the future. Our effective programs have a foundation in childhood development principles and have strong connections with the traditional school day.
Why Choose YMCA After School Programs?
At the YMCA of Central Massachusetts, we believe in the holistic development of every child. Our after-school programs stand out for several reasons:
- State-Of-The-Art Amenities: Our facilities offer a wide range of activities catering to various interests and developmental needs.
- Professional and Caring Staff: Our educators are trained to support your child's growth and ensure their safety at all times.
- Enriching Curriculum: Designed to complement the traditional school day, our programs provide opportunities for learning, creativity, and social interaction.
- Community and Values: We emphasize building life and social skills through activities that promote our core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
A Typical Day at the Y After School Program
School Pickup and Arrival
Children are picked up from their schools upon dismissal and transported to the YMCA. Branch specific information can be found below.
Upon arrival, they engage in quiet activities such as board games, coloring, drawing, reading, or free gym play while we take attendance.
Snack Time (15 Minutes)
All children wash their hands and enjoy a nutritious snack with 100% fruit juice or milk. Examples of snacks include fruit, graham crackers, and trail mix.
Homework and Learning Time (30-60 Minutes)
Children with homework are encouraged to complete it in a quiet space. Our educators are available to provide assistance and support. Please refer to the Homework Policy in our parent handbook for more details.
Activity Options (30-90 Minutes)
Participants have a variety of planned and free-choice activities available every day. These include arts and crafts, science experiments, computer skill development, sports, and drama. Children who prefer individual activities can engage in coloring, puzzles, and other games.
Clean Up and Closing (15 Minutes)
Children assist in tidying up the program space. Age-appropriate chores are assigned rotating, and educators supervise and assist to ensure tasks are completed properly.
Program Conclusion
The after-school site closes, ensuring a full day of enrichment and care.
Branch specific information regarding program end time can be found below.
Boroughs Family Branch YMCA
4 Valente Drive Westborough, MA 01581
The Boroughs Family Branch Afterschool Program is not available at this time. Please contact the Youth Development Director for more information.
Rosie Tseng, Youth Development Director
– Camp, Schools Out, Childwatch
[email protected] (P) 1.508.948.4409
Vacation Camp
Please contact the Youth Development Director or the Welcome Center for current vacation camp information.
Central Community Branch YMCA
766 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Child Care/School's Out Entrance: 133 Murray Ave. Worcester, MA 01610
Sarah Levy,
School Age Child Care Services
[email protected]
Phone: 508.755.6101 (ext. 1229)
Emely Ojeda,
OST Director
[email protected]
Phone: 508.755.6101 (ext. 1263)
Nayrovis Alicea,
Family Access Administrator
Phone: 508.755.6101 (ext. 1262)
Program Info
School’s Out Programs are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and follow all regulations for School-Age Child Care. Our programs are also guided by the YMCA of USA standards for quality childcare.
School’s Out Programs are open to children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Advance registration is required for all School’s Out Programs.
Schools Out programs operate from school dismissal to 6:00 pm on school days. During school vacations and many holidays, a full day program (8:00 am – 6:00 pm) at the YMCA Site (on Murray Ave.) is available to School’s Out participants (separate registration is required). During the summer, the Central Branch YMCA operates a ten-week day camp (separate registration required). School’s Out programs offer a variety of enrichment, recreational, and educational activities such as cooking, arts and crafts, drama, science, computer skill development, games, and sports. Homework help is offered on a daily basis. An emphasis is placed on building life and social skills. School’s Out participants also have opportunities to interact with their community through field and community service projects.
The YMCA offers supervised walks, van pick-ups and school bus transportation from the following schools:
| Chandler Elementary | May Street School | |
| Chandler Magnet | Canterbury St. | |
| Elm Park | May Street School | |
| Heard Street | Woodland Academy | |
| Jacob Hiatt | Columbus Park |
Rates
Central Community Branch YMCA School’s Out Fees
| Weekly | |
| 5 Days | $120.00 |
| 4 Days | $104.00 |
| 3 Days | $84.00 |
| 2 Days | $60.00 |
| Transportation Rate | $10/Day |
| Full Day | $48/Day |
Forms
Greendale Family Branch YMCA
75 Shore Drive, Worcester, MA 01605
For more information, please contact:
Greendale Family Branch (P) 508-852-6694
Breeshea Jones
Assistant Child Care Director
(e) [email protected]
(P) 508.826.2906
Samantha Clyman
Assistant Child Care Director
(e) [email protected]
(P) 508.826.2906
Program Info
The Greendale YMCA School’s Out program is an Out of School Time (Afterschool) program licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) that follows all regulations for School-Age Child Care. Our program is also guided by the YMCA of the USA standards for quality childcare. The Greendale Family Branch YMCA program is held at 75 Shore Drive, Worcester MA and runs from dismissal to 6:00 pm. Our goal is to provide your children with fun and enjoyable learning experiences that enhance your child’s social/life skills and promote our four core values: honesty, respect, responsibility and caring. We provide these learning opportunities through activities such as arts & crafts, cooking, outdoor/indoor play, music & dance, archery, swim, multicultural activities, science and a wide variety of sports. The School’s Out program also offers your children homework time and a daily snack that meets the YMCA of the USA’s HEPA (Healthy eating & Physical Activity) standards. Please look over the Parent Handbook for a more thorough description of our program.
Who can attend a School’s Out Program?
YMCA School’s Out Programs are open to children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Advance registration is required and space is limited!
What school’s does the Greendale Family Branch YMCA School’s Out Program cater to?
The YMCA School’s Out program does allow drop offs, but also offers van pick-ups and school bus transportation from the following schools:
- Flagg Street School
- Burncoat Prep
- Clark Street Developmental Learning School
- Abby Kelley Foster Charter
- Thorndyke Road School
- Francis J. McGrath Elementary School
- Nelson Place School
- Norrback Avenue School
YMCA Vacation / Snow Day Care
Vacation care is offered from 7:30 am – 6:00 pm during December, February and April Vacation weeks as well as a number of individual days throughout the school year. These specific days as well as the days that the program will be closed can be found in our parent handbook. Snow Care follows the Worcester Public Schools closings and runs from 8:30 am – 6:00 pm. YMCA Vacation and Snow Care are very similar to the YMCA School’s Out program with a few minor exceptions. Please send your children with a morning snack and lunch, sneakers, a swim suit, a towel and a toothbrush. Afternoon snack will be provided and the children will partake in a fun packed day of swimming, sports, crafts and more!
**All registrations and paperwork must be completed and received prior to your child’s first day of vacation or snow care. You can CLICK HERE to view our registration page.
Rates
Greendale Family Branch YMCA After School Weekly Fees
| 5 Days | 5 Days with Transportation | ||
| Member | $110/week | $135/week | |
| Non-Member | $135/week | $160/week | |
Greendale Family Branch YMCA Vacation Care / Snow Care
Member: $265/week ($53/day) Non-member: $285/week ($57/day)
School's Out Registration
Click Here to Register for School's Out
Vacation Care Registration
Vacation Care Registrations Coming Soon!
Downloads
Montachusett Community Branch YMCA
55 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg, MA 01420
(Phone) 978.343.4847
Pamela Christian-Ridings, Director of Childcare Services
[email protected] (ext. 4232)
Chelsea DeBettencourt, Program Administrator SACC MCB
[email protected] (ext. 4216)
Program Info
YMCA Child Care Programs are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care and are Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Our programs meet the needs of the children enrolled by offering a high quality program that promotes the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of each child in all areas of learning.
- Must be 2 years, 9 months to enroll
- Preschool Care: year round
- Open 6:30 am-5:30 pm
- Curriculum Enriched Environment
Here is a great opportunity for your child to participate in tutoring, sports, games, swimming, gym and more. Our program operates according to the Fitchburg Public School calendar and offers Full Day coverage on most school closings or vacation days. Preschool children will participate in swim lessons, gym activities, outside play, field trips, and a summertime visit to YMCA Camp Lowe.
Before School program serves the majority of Fitchburg Public Schools.
Opens at 6:30 am. After School program ends at 5:30 pm.
Registration by appointment only.
Forms
Our YMCA After School Program (also known as YMCA Out of School Time/OST) bridges the gap between school and home for children of working parents, and gives children the opportunity to be the best they can be. Providing a safe, supportive atmosphere, special efforts are made to develop programs tailored to meet each individual child’s needs.
Activities offered:
- Rock climbing
- Racquet ball
- Fitness Center
- Basketball courts
- STEM
- Enrichment activities that align with children homework
- Social and emotional growth
- New experiences
- Community outreach
- Special guests
- Swimming
- Homework club
- Snack
- Field trips
- Safe and fun place to be
- Physical fitness
Rates:
Out of School Time (OST) - Before Only: $9.60 Per Day/ $48 Per Week
Out of School Time (OST) - After Only: $20.20 Per Day / $101 Per Week (when in session)
Out of School Time (OST) - Before and After: $30.20 Per Day/ $151 Per Week (when in session)
Out of School Time (OST) - Full Day: $41 Per Day/ $205 Per Week (School Vacations & Summer)
For more information, please contact:
Katie Sherman, Program Director
[email protected]
(P) 508-765-5466
Additional Programs
YMCA Snow Day and Vacation Camp
Our School's Out programs extend beyond the school year with offerings during school vacations and holidays. We provide full-day programs at multiple YMCA locations. These programs require separate registration and offer a diverse curriculum designed to keep children engaged and learning. Branch specific information can be found below.
Safety Around Water
For over 160 years, the YMCA has nurtured potential and united communities across America to create lasting change. Teaching youth, teens, and adults to swim is one effective way to achieve this. Our swim programs teach participants water safety and the skills needed for lifelong swimming and health. Our nationally certified instructors are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration. Our swim lessons provide essential life skills that can save lives and benefit students for a lifetime.
Summer Camp
During the summer, the Central Massachusetts YMCA operates a ten-week day camp that requires separate registration. Our summer camp provides activities encouraging youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Children can explore nature, participate in sports and games, develop friendships, and create lasting memories.
