Many people do not realize that, as a whole, the YMCA is the largest provider of child care in the United States. We believe that the quality of child care cannot be undervalued and thus every YMCA program is grounded in our character development traits of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.
Activities in our curriculum include health and wellness, arts and humanities, science and technology and service learning projects. Each of the YMCA Child Care programs are designed with age appropriate activities created to help your child grow and develop physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Information on program specifics may be obtained through our YMCA Parent Handbook. Click here for the before and after school inclement weather plan.
Childcare Contacts
Before and After School Academy and Summer Exploration Academy
Farrah Brinegar
Youth Development Experience Associate Director
Phone:(336) 712-2000
Email: f.brinegar@ymcanwnc.org
Child Watch and Preschool Enrichment Academy
Ammanda Crouch, Family Life Director
Phone:(336) 712-2000
Email: a.crouch@ymcanwnc.org
E-Learning Academy
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
We are pleased to offer a distinctive, whole-student learning approach for K-12 students impacted by COVID-19. The E-Learning Academy will take place in multiple area YMCA facilities and has been designed to support the online education and instruction your student will receive from school this fall.
The YMCA E-Learning Academy features:
- Safe, WiFi-connected environment for students to complete school-assigned online instruction
- On-site education support and tutoring
- Peer connection and social-emotional development including CircleUp check-ins
- Y Selectives, including fitness and athletic training, arts and hobbies, leadership development, and more
In addition to the E-Learning Academy, we have also adapted our After School Academy to meet the changing needs of our schools, students, and families.
To register for grades K-5 at Kernersville or William G. White, Jr. Family YMCAs, click here.
To register for grades 6-12 at Kernersville, click here.
To register for grades 6-12 at William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA, click here.
To register for 6th-12th grade at Jerry Long Family YMCA, click here.
Click here for our digital brochure.
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools*** (K-12th)
Jerry Long Family YMCA – K-5 at Jerry Long is currently full, 6th-12th grade has spots remaining
Kernersville Family YMCA
William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA
Winston Lake Family YMCA****
Offering:
-K-12 E-Learning Academy Monday-Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm
Price:
-3 days of E-Learning Academy
Member: $150 per week
Potential Member: $180 per week
-5 days of E-Learning Academy
Member: $190 per week
Potential Member: $220 per week
Parents will be responsible for transporting their children to the Y for After School Academy.
***Coming soon, E-Learning Academy at the Fulton Family YMCA!
****Please contact elearning@ymcanwnc.org for information and registration.
To contact the E-Learning Academy site directly, please call 336 402 5546.
For more information please click here to visit our E-Learning Academy page.
Child Watch
The YMCA offers Child Watch to supervise children for free to members with household memberships while parents exercise. Click here for more information.
Child Watch
Ages
6 weeks to 5 years.
Please label all items that you bring in with your child.
Hours*
Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-12:00pm and 4:00pm-8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am-12:00pm
*Except on holidays.
Cost
No fee for those with the following memberships: Household +Dependents, Adult +Dependents For all other memberships: $10/visit/child
Kid Care
Ages
5 – 11 years old
(5 year olds who are in Kindergarten can go to the Kid Care)
Hours*
Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-12:00pm and 4:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am-12:00pm
*Except on holidays. Only open in the evenings and Saturdays during the school year. Open in the mornings during scheduled closed WS/FC School days, not snow days.
Cost
No fee for those with the following memberships: Household +Dependents, Adult +Dependents For all other memberships: $10/visit/child
When Before and After School Academy returns as normal:
Before And After School Academy
The Before and After School program is a safe and fun option for parents in need of care for their children. We include active learning, physical activity, homework support, fitness and health education, healthy snacks, games, character development, and more! We have 3 day and 5 day options for after school, and all snow days and early release days are FREE! Click here for more information including a parent handbook, brochure and registration form.
Schools Served By Jerry Long Family YMCA
Clemmons Elementary (After School Only – held at the YMCA, transportation provided by the Y)
Kimmel Farm Elementary (After School care held at the YMCA, parents must provide transportation)
Lewisville Elementary (After School Only – held at the YMCA, transportation provided by the Y)
Marvin Ward Elementary (After School care held at the YMCA, parents must provide transportation)
Meadowlark Elementary (After School Only – held at the YMCA, transportation provided by the Y)
Morgan Elementary (After School Only – held at the YMCA, transportation provided by the school)
Southwest Elementary (After School Only – held at the YMCA, transportation provided by the Y)
Questions?
Contact Farrah Brinegar, Program Director, Youth Development at 336 712 2000 or by email f.brinegar@ymcanwnc.org
YMCA Out Of School Day/Remote Learning Day Child Care
On Out of School Days (OSD), we offer all-day child care, from 7:00am to 6:00pm. (Consult the Parent Handbook for holidays during which we do not provide care.) We divide children into groups by grade level and do a variety of activities throughout the day. Click here to register for Out of School Child Care.
Financial Assistance is available through our Open Doors program
Teen After School Academy
After School Academy is a safe and fun option for parents in need of care for their children. We include active learning, physical activity, homework support, fitness and health education, healthy snacks, games, character development, and more! We have 3 day and 5 day options for after school, and all snow days and early release days are FREE! Click here for more information including a parent handbook, brochure and registration form.
Preschool Enrichment Academy
Our Preschool Enrichment Academy (PEA Pods) provides a safe and loving environment for 18 months through pre-kindergarten age children. Our goal is to encourage and develop each child’s academic, social and physical development and growth. Primary activities your child will enjoy include fitness and recreational swim (age appropriate) time, arts and craft activities, creative play, music and story time,and a healthy snack. We are excited to offer OMagination Yoga with Diane Olsen and Robin Mace from Wiggle Giggle & Move will join us again weekly for all age groups. Let our energetic and caring staff provide your preschooler with an awesome day!
Ages
18 months to 2 years old (must be 18 months by August 31)
3 to 4
Pre-K program (going to Kindergarten the following year). This is a 9:00am-1:00pm class and is 5 days a week
Starts
Registration is coming soon for January 11 enrollment
9am-12pm, Monday – Friday
What To Bring
A change of clothes and diapers, if needed. Please label all belongings.
Fees
Monthly rate 5 days: $225/Members, $255/Potential Members
3 days: $165/Members, $185/Potential Members
2 days: $135/Members, $165/Potential Members
Pre-K monthly rate: $250/Members, $280/Potential Members
$40 Registration fee
Lunch Bunch is offered daily from 12-1pm.
Must be 2 years old and able to feed themselves.
$5/Members, $10/Potential Members
Registration form coming soon
Questions?
Please Contact: Ammanda Crouch, Family Life Director, a.crouch@ymcanwnc.org