YMCA Northwestern Elementary

Parents want a safe environment where children can learn practical and social skills and develop positive values. Kids want to exert energy discover who they are and what they can achieve and be accepted among others. At the Y we nurture life lessons in kids while promoting health and well being in a safe and creative environment.

We designed our Early Care and Education Programs to embody the YMCAs philosophy to foster the development of spirit mind and body. Our high-quality programs are licensed by the Department of Public Welfare participate in Keystone STARS and adhere to YMCA of the USA Childcare Quality Standards.

The YMCA Early Care and School Age Programs are licensed by the Department of Public Welfare participate in Keystone STARS and adhere to YMCA of the USA Childcare Quality Standards.

Each child will benefit from experiences that encourage:

Self-esteem and positive self-image
Social interaction
Self-expression and communication skills
Creative expression
Large and small muscle development
Intellectual growth
Children who attend Early Care and School Age Programs at the YMCA benefit from other perks too!

Breakfast lunch and afternoon snacks provided daily with no additional cost
Physical education takes place in the gym and pool (where available)
Lower YMCA member rates and sibling discounts
Convenient hours (The Downtown YMCA supports Saturday and 2nd shift)
Fun Days for days off school
Busing for before and after school programs is provided to and from the YMCA

Child Ages:

3 years - 15 years

Licenses & Accreditations:

Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare

Preschool:

Yes