Before and After School Child Care | YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties

2025 Care Locations and Info

Tacoma School District Locations

7:15am - 6pm

Delong Elementary
Franklin Elementary | Stanley & Edna Travis
Geiger Montessori
Grant Elementary | Bryant Elementary*
Point Defiance
Sherman Elementary
Skyline Elementary
Washington Elementary

The Tacoma Child Care Collaborative was established to bring together a network of child care providers who offer fair and consistent pricing, shared hours of operation, shared collaboration of child care policies, and equitable access to licensed child care at District elementary schools throughout Tacoma.

*A new location at Bryant will be opening up Fall 2024. Official open dates to be announced.

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Pierce County Locations*

6:30am - 6:30pm

Clover Park School District
Custer Elementary
Idlewild Elementary
Tillicum Elementary
Tyee Park Elementary

Peninsula School District
Artondale Elementary
Discovery Elementary
Harbor Heights Elementary
Swift Water Elementary
Vaughn Elementary

*Tacoma School District Child Care separated from Pierce County Locations for the 2024-25 school year.

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Kitsap County Locations

6am - 6pm

Bremerton School District
Crownhill Elementary
Naval Ave Elementary, Catalyst

Central Kitsap School District
Green Mountain Elementary
Silverdale Elementary

South Kitsap School District
Burley Glenwood Elementary
East Port Orchard Elementary
Sunnyslope Elementary

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Before and After School Care Sample Schedules

From before school to after school, your child fuels up with healthy food, gets help with homework, and participates in SCALED Learning™ activities to prepare for the school day and unwind for the evening.

Arrival and Sign-In
6:30am to 7:30am

Every child is greeted by our staff when they check in and arrive. Children can choose to engage in quiet activities like reading or creating art during this time, or they can simply start a conversation with their friends.

Breakfast
7:30am to 8:00am

It’s time to fuel up for the day ahead! Our Before School Care offers every child a healthy meal to energize their day ahead.

Outdoor Play
8:00am to 8:30am

Time to stretch and get moving! Children can get fresh air in a supervised outdoor activity such as tag, sports, or other games.

SCALED Learning ™
8:30am to 9:00am

Our engaging SCALED Learning ™activities promote collaboration, socialization, learning, and creativity with projects including art, music, and STEM.

Clean-Up
9:00am to 9:15am

At the YMCA, our priority is to maintain a safe and clean environment for children to thrive. As a group, kids are encouraged to clean up and organize their belongings to start off their school day on the right foot.

Preparing for School
9:15am to 9:30am

It's time to prepare for the school day ahead! Children have several preparation opportunities, including quiet time, study halls, and setting intentions and goals.

*Please be aware that the age range for each site and the program's specific needs and environment can alter the schedule.

Arrival and Snack Time
2:30pm to 3:30pm

Our staff greets your child upon arrival, and a healthy snack is provided to help them unwind after a long day at school.

SCALED ™ Learning
3:30pm to 4:30pm

Our engaging SCALED Learning ™activities promote collaboration, socialization, learning, and creativity with projects including art, music, and STEM.

Snack Time
4:30pm to 5:00pm

It’s time to fuel up! We provide another healthy snack to keep your child energized and focused for the rest of the day.

Enrichment Activity
5:00pm to 5:30pm

We provide additional opportunities to enhance your child's education and growth. Science experiments, drama, social-emotional learning opportunities, and other activities may be included.

Clean-Up and Departure
5:30pm to 6:00pm

At the Y, we value maintaining a clean and secure environment for children's well-being. Before leaving for school, we encourage children to tidy up and arrange their belongings.

*Please be aware that the age range for each site and the program's specific needs and environment can alter the schedule.

Growing Academically While Having Fun

School-age children may seem ready to take on the world but also need safe spaces to play, learn, and be themselves beyond school hours. Our Before and After School program meets children ages 5-12 where they are with on-site programs at more than 20 local schools. Guided by our SCALED Learning™ curriculum, children grow developmentally and socially with trusted staff and new friends. Your child will:

Gain vital skills in social-emotional learning and leadership
Enjoy enriching activities that foster collaboration and creativity
Get a head start on homework and help from staff as needed

Wellbeing for the Whole Family with Y Memberships

Enrolled kids get a FREE YMCA Membership and gain access to sports, swimming, gymnastics and so much more at 9 Community Centers across Pierce and Kitsap Counties. Plus, the whole family gets 50% off memberships, unlocking group fitness classes, strength training, and more.

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Scholarships

The YMCA understands that quality childcare can be expensive and sometimes seem inaccessible to families who genuinely need it. Scholarships are available for families that qualify for financial support.

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Forms and Fees

Ready to register your child for our high-quality care programs? We've got you covered! Visit our Fees and Forms page, where you'll find everything, you need to start. From immunization forms to documentation for specialized care, we've made the registration process as smooth as possible.

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