YMCA School Age Programs offer a fun, safe place for children in grades K-5 (age Limit 12) to start and end their day when your work schedule demands it. Each YMCA School Age site is supervised by trained, professional staff who provide a positive child care experience. YMCA School Age Child Care information can be found in the Program Guide. To view the entire Program Guide, visit the Program Guide link above.

Philosophy and Goals
The YMCA is committed to serving families. Our school age programs act as an extension to each family by providing support to both children and parents during the program hours. YMCA school age programs provide quality programs for children in healthy, caring, and safe environments.

Program Activities
Children enrolled at our YMCA school age programs are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities. Large motor activities enhance physical fitness, encourage sportsmanship and promote cooperative learning. Expanded curriculum includes: arts and crafts, science, service learning, health and fitness, homework support, literacy, character development and conflict resolution.

Year Round Care
Our staff are professionally trained, experienced individuals. All staff strive to provide a safe, fun and nuturing environment where your child can build social skills while interacting with other children. Staff are positive role models that seek to build character by promoting the YMCA four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Registration
Please complete and submit a registration packet and non-refundable registration fee per family. Packets are available at all YMCA Branches. Registrations are accepted on a first-come first-serve basis. There is a processing time of 3 business days from the time the registration and money is received before children may start the program. All sites have limited enrollment. Fall registration begins May 1st.

Quality Standards
• All sites are state licensed. Click here for licensing details • Most Madison sites are City Accredited.

Volunteering
If you are interested in volunteering to work with children ages 5-12 before or afterschool please contact:

East Locations: Kate Hurlburt at kate.hurlburt@ymcadanecounty,org or 221.1574 ext. 123

Northeast Locations: Ali Johnson at ali.johnson@ymcadanecounty.org or 837-8221

West Locations: Lisa Strub at lisa.strub@ymcadanecounty.org or 276-6616 ext. 246


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Affordable Rates
Rates for YMCA School Age Programs are paid in nine equal monthly payments. For those unable to afford the rates listed, the YMCA offers financial assistance to help make enrollment possible. Please call Lisa Strub - West 276.6616 ext. 246, Sara Jenny - East 221.1574 ext. 109, or Ali Johnson - Northeast 837.8221 for details and application information.

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School's Out Fun Club
On most days that school is out, including teacher conferences and winter and spring breaks, the School Age Child Care department provides all day programs at various sites. School's Out Fun Club days are made up of a variety of activities which may include field trips, swimming, and special projects. Sites operating on these days may vary based on which school districts are out. Registration and payment for School's Out Fun Club is separate from before and after school registration. Times and locations vary.

DeForest/Windsor Area - SOFC Brochure

East Madison Area - SOFC Brochure

Monona Area - SOFC Brochure

Sun Prairie Area - SOFC Brochure

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