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Before & After School Care

Where kids belong

A place where children feel valued, supported, and inspired to achieve, and where families find a trusted partner in their child's growth and success.

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child care

Before & After School Care

Before & After School Care

Where kids belong

A place where children feel valued, supported, and inspired to achieve, and where families find a trusted partner in their child's growth and success.

Enroll

Learn More

Programs

child care

Before & After School Care

Before & After School Care

Where kids belong

A place where children feel valued, supported, and inspired to achieve, and where families find a trusted partner in their child's growth and success.

Enroll

Learn More

Programs

Before & After School Care

About our care

Things that make a

Real

Difference

We focus on what matters most. Your child gets homework support, meaningful activities, and proper nutrition every day.

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Program Components

About our care

Things that make a

Real

Difference

We focus on what matters most. Your child gets homework support, meaningful activities, and proper nutrition every day.

see locations

Program Components

Leadership Opportunities

Children build confidence, responsibility, and leadership skills through opportunities to help others, make decisions, and take on meaningful roles.

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Children develop empathy, communication, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills through supportive relationships and intentional activities.

Active Play

Daily games, sports, and outdoor activities keep children moving, building healthy habits, teamwork skills, and confidence while having fun.

Leadership Opportunities

Children build confidence, responsibility, and leadership skills through opportunities to help others, make decisions, and take on meaningful roles.

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Children develop empathy, communication, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills through supportive relationships and intentional activities.

Active Play

Daily games, sports, and outdoor activities keep children moving, building healthy habits, teamwork skills, and confidence while having fun.

Leadership Opportunities

Children build confidence, responsibility, and leadership skills through opportunities to help others, make decisions, and take on meaningful roles.

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Children develop empathy, communication, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills through supportive relationships and intentional activities.

Active Play

Daily games, sports, and outdoor activities keep children moving, building healthy habits, teamwork skills, and confidence while having fun.

Family Handbook

Resources & Forms

Financial Assistance

STEM

Hands-on learning that builds real skills.

Science, engineering, and coding aren't extras. They're woven into afternoons where kids tinker, build, and discover how things work. We teach them to think like makers.

Making Science Fun

Robotics and science experiments from scratch

Building Skills

Code writing that turns ideas into action

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STEM

Hands-on learning that builds real skills.

Science, engineering, and coding aren't extras. They're woven into afternoons where kids tinker, build, and discover how things work. We teach them to think like makers.

Making Science Fun

Robotics and science experiments from scratch

Building Skills

Code writing that turns ideas into action

Learn More

STEM

Hands-on learning that builds real skills.

Science, engineering, and coding aren't extras. They're woven into afternoons where kids tinker, build, and discover how things work. We teach them to think like makers.

Making Science Fun

Robotics and science experiments from scratch

Building Skills

Code writing that turns ideas into action

Learn More

Benefits

Youth membership to the Y is included!

Enrollment in our Before & After School Care program comes with a Youth Membership to the Y – at no additional cost to you. That means your child has access to our pools, gyms, and facilities year-round, not just during program hours.

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Benefits

Youth membership to the Y is included!

See all member benefits

Benefits

Youth membership to the Y is included!

See all member benefits

How To Begin

Getting started is straightforward

From enrollment to daily drop off, we keep things simple so you can focus on what matters.

Find your Location

With 29 sites serving schools all across Snohomish County, we make it easy to find care near you.

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Find your Location

With 29 sites serving schools all across Snohomish County, we make it easy to find care near you.

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Register for Care

Complete the enrollment form online or visit your local YMCA branch to get started.

Enroll today!

Register for Care

Complete the enrollment form online or visit your local YMCA branch to get started.

Enroll today!

Pre-Enrollment

Complete pre-enrollment process, complete all required paperwork, and start attending!

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Pre-Enrollment

Complete pre-enrollment process, complete all required paperwork, and start attending!

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Information

Locations &

Contact Info

YMCA Branch

Program Director

Program Registrar

Before & After School Care Locations

Additional schools served

Everett

Dakota Pitzer
425 312 6935
dpitzer@ymca-snoco.org

Everett School District:
Lowell Elementary
Madison Elementary
Silver Lake Elementary
Whittier Elementary

Everett School District:
Emerson Elementary
Garfield Elementary
Hawthorne Elementary
Jackson Elementary
Jefferson Elementary
Monroe Elementary
View Ridge Elementary

Marysville

Grace Hovind
360 651 1609
ghovind@ymca-snoco.org

Lake Stevens School District:
Hillcrest Elementary
Sunnycrest Elementary

Marysville School District:
Allen Creek Elementary
Kellogg Marsh Elementary

Lakewood School District:
Coming soon - Cougar Creek Elementary Click here for the Interest List

Lake Stevens School District:
Glenwood Elementary
Highland Elementary
Skyline Elementary
Stevens Creek Elementary

Marysville School District:
Cascade Elementary
Grove Elementary
Liberty Elementary
Sunnyside Elementary
Marshall Elementary
Pinewood Elementary

Lakewood School District:
English Crossing Elementary
Lakewood Elementary

Mill Creek

Loan Trinh
425 224 8046
ltrinh@ymca-snoco.org

Everett School District:
Cedar Wood Elementary
Forest View Elementary
Mill Creek Elementary
Penny Creek Elementary
Silver Firs Elementary
Tambark Creek Elementary
Woodside Elementary

Snohomish School District:
Little Cedars Elementary
Seattle Hill Elementary
Totem Falls Elementary

Monroe/Sky Valley

Angela Kernan
425 493 2430
akernan@ymca-snoco.org

Monroe School District:
Maltby Elementary
Fryelands Elementary
Chain Lake Elementary

Monroe School District:
Frank Wagner Elementary
Salem Woods Elementary

Mukilteo

Angela Kernan
425 493 2430
akernan@ymca-snoco.org

Mukilteo School District:
Columbia Elementary
Serene Lake Elementary
Mukilteo Elementary
Lake Stickney Elementary

Mukilteo School District:
Picnic Point Elementary
Pathfinder Elementary

Stanwood-Camano

Juliana Zavala
360 572 3390
jzavala@ymca-snoco.org

Stanwood-Camano School District:
Cedarhome Elementary
Stanwood Elementary
Twin City Elementary
Utsalady Elementary

Stanwood-Camano School District:
Elger Bay Elementary

Hours of Operation

School District

Before School Hours

After School Hours

Full Day hours

Everett

End of school-6:30 pm

6:30 am-6:30 pm

Lake Stevens

End of school-6 pm

6:30 am-6 pm

Marysville

End of school-6 pm

6:30 am-6 pm

Monroe

End of school-6:30 pm

6:30 am-6:30 pm

Mukilteo

End of school-6:30 pm

7 am-6 pm

Snohomish

End of school-6 pm

6:30 am-6 pm

Stanwood-Camano

End of school-6 pm

6:30 am-6 pm

Testimonials

Real

Stories

Hear from Before & After School Parents.

"The Y program has helped my child feel safe, supported, and connected. The staff foster respectful interactions and encourage teamwork, which has helped my child develop social skills and confidence. The engaging activities keep my child active and excited to attend, and I feel reassured knowing they are in a nurturing environment."

Before & After School Care Parent

YMCA of Snohomish County

Testimonials

Real

Stories

Hear from Before & After School Parents.

"The Y program has helped my child feel safe, supported, and connected. The staff foster respectful interactions and encourage teamwork, which has helped my child develop social skills and confidence. The engaging activities keep my child active and excited to attend, and I feel reassured knowing they are in a nurturing environment."

Before & After School Care Parent

YMCA of Snohomish County

Testimonials

Real

Stories

Hear from Before & After School Parents.

"The Y program has helped my child feel safe, supported, and connected. The staff foster respectful interactions and encourage teamwork, which has helped my child develop social skills and confidence. The engaging activities keep my child active and excited to attend, and I feel reassured knowing they are in a nurturing environment."

Before & After School Care Parent

YMCA of Snohomish County

Program Components

Our approach to

Child Care

Our program uses developmentally appropriate curriculums to foster physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth for every child.

Program Components

Our approach to

Child Care

Our program uses developmentally appropriate curriculums to foster physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth for every child.

Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA)

Social Emotional Learning

S.T.E.M.

Homework Support

SCALED Learning Curriculum

Quality

Leadership Development

Family Engagement

Staff who care

Get the help you need

Before & After School Care

Info & Resources

Get the help you need

Before & After School

Info & Resources

Child Care Subsidy Information

Before & After School Care programs are licensed by Washington State DCYF (Dept, of Youth, Children and Families). The YMCA welcomes participants paid through Working Connections Child Care, DCYF, DSHS, or other 3rd party pay options. Find out more here.

You may qualify for Child Care subsidies. Find out if you qualify here: English Version | Spanish Version | Somali Version

How to apply for Child Care subsidy:

Families can apply by contacting the Child Care Subsidy Contact Center at 1-844-626-8687 or online at www.WashingtonConnection.org
DCYF gathers and reviews information to determine a family’s eligibility.
Families will need to provide DCYF with the name and phone number of the child care provider. You do not have to have a provider before applying for child care subsidy.

Need to change your Child Care Subsidy program location? Fill out this form.

Child Care program SSPS can be accessed here.

Child Care Subsidy Information

You may qualify for Child Care subsidies. Find out if you qualify here: English Version | Spanish Version | Somali Version

How to apply for Child Care subsidy:

Families can apply by contacting the Child Care Subsidy Contact Center at 1-844-626-8687 or online at www.WashingtonConnection.org
DCYF gathers and reviews information to determine a family’s eligibility.
Families will need to provide DCYF with the name and phone number of the child care provider. You do not have to have a provider before applying for child care subsidy.

Need to change your Child Care Subsidy program location? Fill out this form.

Child Care program SSPS can be accessed here.

Child Care Subsidy Information

You may qualify for Child Care subsidies. Find out if you qualify here: English Version | Spanish Version | Somali Version

How to apply for Child Care subsidy:

Families can apply by contacting the Child Care Subsidy Contact Center at 1-844-626-8687 or online at www.WashingtonConnection.org
DCYF gathers and reviews information to determine a family’s eligibility.
Families will need to provide DCYF with the name and phone number of the child care provider. You do not have to have a provider before applying for child care subsidy.

Need to change your Child Care Subsidy program location? Fill out this form.

Child Care program SSPS can be accessed here.

Financial Assistance and Sliding Scale Rates

The YMCA of Snohomish County believes every child should have access to safe, enriching before and after-school care. To support families, we offer Sliding Scale monthly rates. Eligible families may receive reduced tuition for Before and After-School Care. Sliding Scale fees are determined by

Household income
Household size
Demonstrated financial need

SIBLING DISCOUNT
A discount of 10% is given to families with more than one child enrolled in care.

ACTIVE MILITARY/SCHOOL DISTRICT DISCOUNT
A parent/guardian that is Active Military or a School District employee in the state of Washington will be given a 20% discount.

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Financial Assistance and Sliding Scale Rates

Household income
Household size
Demonstrated financial need

SIBLING DISCOUNT
A discount of 10% is given to families with more than one child enrolled in care.

ACTIVE MILITARY/SCHOOL DISTRICT DISCOUNT
A parent/guardian that is Active Military or a School District employee in the state of Washington will be given a 20% discount.

Learn More

Financial Assistance and Sliding Scale Rates

Household income
Household size
Demonstrated financial need

SIBLING DISCOUNT
A discount of 10% is given to families with more than one child enrolled in care.

ACTIVE MILITARY/SCHOOL DISTRICT DISCOUNT
A parent/guardian that is Active Military or a School District employee in the state of Washington will be given a 20% discount.

Learn More

Required Forms

Certificate of immunization

Immunization Exemption Form

Additional Forms

Individual Care Plan

Individual Food Plan

Allergic Reaction Emergency Plan

Medication Permission Form

Diabetes Intake Form

additional info/resources

BAS Family Handbook

BAS Care options and Sliding Scale Rate Sheet

BAS Change Form

FA Application

SSPS Numbers

FAQs

Common

Questions

Everything you need to know about Before & After School Care at the YMCA

FAQs

Common

Questions

Everything you need to know about Before & After School Care at the YMCA

What is the age range for children in YMCA child care programs?

We serve youth 5-12 years old who are currently attending Kindergarten-6th Grade.

Is there a curriculum or educational approach used in your child care programs?

What is the daily routine and activities for children in School-Age Care programs?

What qualifications and background checks do YMCA School-Age Care staff have?

Are meals and snacks provided? Can the YMCA accommodate for dietary restrictions?

Still have questions?

Reach out to our team and we would be happy to assist you.

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Our Mission

To inspire, nurture, and strengthen culturally vibrant communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

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The YMCA of Snohomish County is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-exempt FIN: 91-0565561

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Resources

Help

FAQs

Financial Assistance

Insurance Based Pay

Careers

Child Safety

Trust Center

Information

News & Stories

Schedules

Program Schedules

Events

Hours

About The Y

Get involved

Volunteer

Ways To Give

Endowment

Join the Y

Our Mission

To inspire, nurture, and strengthen culturally vibrant communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

mobile app

The YMCA of Snohomish County is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-exempt FIN: 91-0565561