The Downey Family YMCA Afterschool program is designed to provide quality programming in the community for children, helping them develop intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically in a safe and nurturing environment. Family and community involvement is strongly encouraged to support the YMCA program goals and a child’s holistic development.
- Provide an environment of safety, support and care
- Support and strengthen the family unit
- Offer meaningful opportunities for family and community involvement
- Improve family communication
- Improve the health and fitness of school-age children and their families
- Support and encourage academic growth
- Make learning fun!
The Downey Family YMCA child care program enhances and complements the curriculum presented to your child at school. Our curriculum includes:
Arts & Humanities
Homework Support
Health & Wellness
Character Development
Literacy
Science & Technology
Service Learning
Social Competence
Conflict Resolution
Benefits include transportation, family events, year-round care. Curriculum includes homework time, fun enrichment classes and activities throughout the day, free, nutritious snacks, fitness time and parent nights.
YMCA child care staff is CPR/first aid and water safety certified and fingerprinted to ensure quality and safety for your child. YMCA staff have also completed training and coursework in child development and early childhood education.
Financial assistance is available for families who, for one reason or another, are unable to afford child care fees. Please call 562-862-4201 for details or for info about child care. Click here to download the Parent Handbook.
