The Y is here for you!
We are excited to provide Before and After School Care for our community this school year. Below you will find information regarding locations of care, prices for varying schedule options, as well as information about financial assistance.
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RATES FOR SCHOOL YEAR 26/27*
| Times | Program Member rates | Facility Member rates |
| Full-Time Before/After 4-5 days/week, AM+PM |
$640/month | $615/month |
| Before School 4-5 days/week, AM only |
$350/month | $340/month |
| After School 4-5 days/week, PM only |
$465/month | $450/month |
| Part-Time 3 days/week, AM+PM |
$510/month | $500/month |
| Drop-In As needed, based on availability |
$22/morning $38/afternoon $60/full day |
$22/morning $38/afternoon $60/full day |
* December and June rates are half of the regular rate for all categories except drop-in.
HOURS OF OPERATION
- Morning Y Care opens at 7:00AM and operates until the beginning of school.
- Afternoon Y Care opens after school has finished for the day and runs until 6:00PM.
- For information regarding weather related schedule changes, please see our FAQ.
CHILDCARE SITES
- Peter G Schmidt Elementary
- Tumwater Hill Elementary
- Michael T Simmons Elementary
- Littlerock Elementary
- East Olympia Elementary
- Black Lake Elementary
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Our goal is to make high-quality, state licensed childcare accessible to anyone. All of our school-based locations are state-licensed. We are proud to accept state childcare subsidies through DCYF. Additionally, thanks to the generosity of individuals and businesses around our community, the Y offers financial assistance to ensure all kids and families have access to our programs.
MILITARY FAMILIES
The South Sound YMCA partners with Child Care Aware of America to provide an Army fee-assistance program to families. For more information, please visit their website at childcareaware.org.
PROGRAM VS FACILITY MEMBERSHIP
Consider adding a family facility membership! In addition to facility access, members receive discounts on childcare, swim lessons, youth sports, and more! Learn More Here!