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Before & After School Enrichment Program
The Y provides a supportive environment where kids begin and end their day with fun, learning, and friendship. Our Before and After School Enrichment Program helps children grow in confidence and character through guided play, academic support, and positive role models — giving families peace of mind and more quality time together.
A healthy, nut-free breakfast snack is served in the morning, and a nutritious afternoon snack is provided after school. Morning care begins at 6:30 AM and runs until school starts. Afternoon care begins at dismissal and continues until 6:00 PM, including early dismissal days.
Exciting Updates!
We know families need care they can count on — but we believe kids deserve more than just a place to pass the time. That’s why we’re reimagining our program to better support growing minds and busy families with more enrichment, more purpose, and more value.
Our weekly rotation now includes STEAM and LEGO® Education—bringing hands-on learning and creative problem-solving to the forefront.
Through Playworks, our staff are trained to lead and participate in group games that build teamwork, communication, and social-emotional skills—making playtime both fun and meaningful.
A consistent routine helps kids and counselors feel prepared and confident each day.
Most pricing options have been reduced, with the biggest savings for full-time families. Plus, full-time families receive a YMCA Family Membership to help everyone in your family stay active and connected.
One monthly draft will take place on the 1st of each month for added convenience.
Students will rotate through age-appropriate activities designed to support development and spark curiosity. Counselors will lead learning through play using 2 key program offerings:
Frequently Asked Questions
Morning care begins at 6:30 am and runs until school begins. Afternoon care begins immediately after dismissal until 6:00 pm, including early dismissal days.
2025-26 Rates
Most families will see lower rates this year. See the chart below:
1–2 Days | 3–5 Days | |
Before Only | $150 | $325 |
After Only | $175 | $350 |
Before & After | $250 | $425 |
This program is drafted once a month on the first of each month.
Why the change from 1–3 day / 4–5 day to 1–2 day / 3–5 day?
This change was made to provide greater value to families who use our program more frequently. With the new structure, families attending full-time (3–5 days) receive better pricing, and those attending just 1 or 2 days have a more appropriate rate that reflects their usage.
Grandfathered Rates: Families who were previously enrolled and are affected by a rate increase have the option to be grandfathered into their previous rate (2024-25 rate). These families must reach to our Billing Specialist, Rhonda Peritore at [email protected] to secure that rate.
The Before & After School Enrichment Program is located in the following schools:
Yorkville
Autumn Creek – AM & PM
Bristol Bay – AM & PM
Bristol Grade – AM & PM
Circle Center – AM & PM
Grande Reserve – AM & PM
Yorkville Grade – AM @ Bristol Grade (Bussed to YGS) & PM Care held at Yorkville Grade School
Yorkville Intermediate – AM & PM
Plano
PH Miller – AM & PM
Centennial – AM at PH Miller bussed to Centennial, PM Care at Centennial
Emily G. Johns – AM & PM
Sandwich
Haskin (Haskin, Prairie View, Dummer) – AM & PM
Woodbury Elementary – AM care at Haskin and then chilldren will be bussed to Woodbury, PM care at Woodbury.
Somonauk
James R. Wood – AM & PMHaskin (Haskin, Prairie View, Dummer) – AM & P
Yes, our program offers Activity Days to cover care for working families when school is out. Activity Days are located at Central Branch in Plano. Activity Days must be registered for separately from the Before & After School Program.
No, students and their families do not have to be members to participate in this program. Pricing for this program is not based on member/non-member rates.
Full-time participants will receive a YMCA family membership—an $85/month value—at no extra cost. That means more opportunities to spend time together outside of school and work: shooting hoops in the gym, swimming as a family, or joining youth and adult programs at reduced member rates.
You will find professional and dependable care for your student in our Before & After School program. Our staff model and teach the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty in their work with the children. All YMCA staff members are background checked, CPR and first aid trained, and have taken child abuse prevention courses.
CPR, First Aid & AED
Mandated Reporter
Child Health & Safety
EpiPen & Anaphylaxis Response
Bloodborne Pathogens
Sexual Harassment Prevention
Payments will be drafted once a month on the 1st each month from the payment method you provide upon registration (credit card, debit card or banking information). A one-time registration fee of $50 is due at the time of registration.
Yes, the Y accepts CCAP (DHS) funding. In addition, we offer an in-house financial aid option for those who qualify. For more information, contact the Billing Specialist at 630-552-4100 x227.
For more information about Before & After School Enrichment Program or Activity Days, please contact our Youth & Family Director, Michelle Allred at (630) 552-4100 or [email protected]