YMCA Before-and-Afterschool Program

YMCA Before-and-Afterschool Childcare

The YMCA Before-and-Afterschool Program provides in‑school care before and after the bell rings at select school locations throughout southern Pinellas County. This program is about more than looking after children — it's about providing a safe and nurturing environment for youth to learn, grow and develop social skills.

As the nation's largest school-age childcare provider, the YMCA has a long history of helping children grow in spirit, mind and body. We have a unique curriculum including educational and character building resources that will provide children with the knowledge, guidance and encouragement needed to realize their potential.

How to Register

Online registration for before-and-afterschool care for the 2024-2025 school year is linked below.

Financial assistance is offered. ELC Families, an additional fee may be required. Please contact us for more information about these programs.

Online Registration Browse Locations 2024-25 Parent Manual Financial Assistance Application

Registration for Out-of-School Days & Holiday Camps

On select days when Pinellas County Schools is out of session, the YMCA steps in to provide full-day care to students. This care is only offered to students currently enrolled in the YMCA Before-and-Afterschool Program. Although enrolled students from all YMCA Before-and-Afterschool Program school sites are welcome to attend, care will be consolidated and only offered at specific locations, outlined below.

You MUST register your child for ALL out-of-school days and holiday camps in order to reserve their spot. Space is limited.

Out-of-School Days

Cost: Out-of-School Days are included in your weekly fee for the Before-and-Afterschool Program and incur no additional cost.

Out-of-School Dates	Locations
Monday, April 21, 2025	Northwest Elementary Childs Park YMCA

Online Registration - Childs Park YMCA
Online Registration - Lynch Elementary
Online Registration - Northwest Elementary

If zero results found when clicking "Online Registration" no sessions are currently open for registration. Please check back for future offerings or contact us for details.

Holiday Camps

Cost: Holiday Camps are not included in your weekly fee for the Before-and-Afterschool Program and will incur an additional cost. The per-week cost varies dependent on the number of days care is offered. ELC is accepted; An ELC rate will apply.

Please check back for 2025-26 Holiday Camps

Online Registration - Childs Park YMCA
Online Registration - Lynch Elementary
Online Registration - Northwest Elementary

If zero results found when clicking "Online Registration" no sessions are currently open for registration. Please check back for future offerings or contact us for details.

BayCare Kids Power

Offered at select school-age locations

The BayCare Kids Power Program was developed to be fun-filled and interactive, while educating children on various topics related to nutrition and exercise. The program will be led by YMCA staff who will address topics such as the importance of daily physical activity and staying healthy, mystery fruits, vegetables, lean protein, whole grains and delicious dairy.

The overall goal of BayCare Kids Power is to assist children in developing healthy habits, an active lifestyle and to improve their physical well-being. Program classes are designed to be taught during a 12-week period, during which the children will learn the role of exercise in their daily routine, and how it promotes muscle growth and development through games.

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