Y's Time School Age Childcare
Projects, exercise, homework time, socialization, activities…and fun!
The YMCA has been operating before and after care programs since the 1960’s. We take pride in our programs being able to meet the need of our families and communities. Each program includes many different program components that meet the individual needs of the children we serve. Our programs include GREAT ROLE MODELS- our staff are able to help and give guidance on homework time. Please find below more specific information about our safety protocols as well as other key details.
Program Includes
• Great Role Models
• All Covid Safety Protocols followed
• Homework Guidance
• Lunch & Snacks provided
• Arts and Crafts
• Games and Fun
Child Care Staff
Shawn Nazario is the Youth Director for the Y's Time Program. He administers all Before/After school programs, working closely with their staff, school administrators, parents and children. Shawn has worked for the YMCA for three years with our Y's Time Program and our Summer Camps. In addition, all staff are screened for caring, friendly and nurturing personalities. They must meet specific qualifications and Y standards in order to work with our kids.Transportation
No Transportation as this time- further updates throughout the school year.
All Day Programs
These are days separate from the “normal” school calendar – holidays and vacation days
All Day programs are offered at the Plattsburgh YMCA during school holidays and vacations. The Y’s Time program runs from 6:45am to 5:30pm. The fee is $25 per child for Y’s participants, $30 for members and $45 for community members.
Medications
Any child in need of medication should receive it at home or in school, if at all possible. The Y staff is not qualified to dispense medication.
Monthly Tuition
Before Care: $198 Member/ $236 Community
After Care: $269 Member/ $320 Community
BOTH: $331 Member/ $394 Community
There is a $50 non-refundable fee to enroll in the program. We offer a 10% discount for siblings. Tuition due by the 1st of each month and a $50 late fee is applied if not paid on time.
Vacations and holidays are excluded from tuition and early dismissals are included (after school only). Snacks are included as well (for after school only). We accept subsidized day care payment.
If you need a copy of your child care expenses for the year for your 2022 tax return. You may request them at the link below.
2023-2024 School Year Registration Dates
Members: May 1st
Current Y's Time Participants: May 1st
Community Members: May 15th
*If you attempt to register before your registration date your application will not be accepted.
2023 2024 Y’s Time Handbook Click Here to Register
Child Care Centers
Our child care centers are located in these schools:
Before School Childcare
Bailey Avenue – 6:45-8:25 am
Cumberland Head – 6:45-8:50 am
Momot Elementary – 6:45-8:25 am
Peru Elementary – 6:45-9:05 am
Oak Street – 6:45-8:25 am
After School Childcare
Cumberland Head – dismissal-5:30pm
Peru Elementary – dismissal-5:30pm
Oak Street – dismissal-5:30pm
Bailey Avenue – dismissal-5:30pm
Momot Elementary – dismissal-5:30pm