School's Out Program- Half Day and Full Day Care

School's Out Program- Half Day and Full Day Care

YMCA of Reading and Berks County: School’s Out Childcare

The YMCA is the largest childcare provider in the United States, and for good reason! Since the 1980s, the YMCA of Reading and Berks County has proudly delivered high-quality, attentive childcare to families throughout our region.

About School’s Out Programming

Our School’s Out Half-Day and Full-Day Care programs offer a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children in kindergarten through sixth grade when school is closed for scheduled in-service days or early dismissals.

While you’re at work, your child will enjoy engaging, age-appropriate activities that make the most of their day and help them grow academically and socially.

What to Expect

Each School’s Out day includes:

  • Fun and educational games and activities

  • Sports and physical play

  • Hands-on STEAM learning

  • Nutritious and delicious snacks

  • A chance to build friendships and social skills

Note: Parents are required to provide a packed lunch for their child.


Registration Information

  • Advance registration is required by the Friday before care is needed.

  • Late registrations will not be accepted.

  • Families are welcome to register early for multiple School’s Out dates.

  • Refunds and credits are not issued for unused care once registered.

Minimum Enrollment Requirement:
The YMCA requires a minimum of 10 registrants to offer care on any School’s Out date. If the minimum is not met, families will be notified of cancellation at least 24 hours in advance.


School’s Out Rates

Y Care Handbook

Session TypeYMCA MemberNon-Member
Half Day$25/session$30/session
Full Day$50/day$60/day

2026-2027 Schuylkill Valley Elementary School- School's Out Half Day

Reading
9/16/26 - 6/2/27
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Schuylkill Valley YMCA Before & After School Program

Registration Instructions

Families registering for both AM and PM care must register each session separately to avoid duplicate registration fees:

  1. Register for AM Care and complete checkout.

  2. Register for PM Care and complete checkout.

  3. Families wishing to register for afternoon Early Dismissals would register under School’s Out- Schuylkill Valley Half Days

Program Location

Schuylkill Valley Elementary School Cafeteria
62 Ashley Way, Leesport, PA 19533

Phone Numbers:
During the school year: 484-579-1421
When school is not in session: 610-378-4728


Program Leadership

Shelley Eppihimer
VP of Youth Development
[email protected]


Registration Process

  • All forms in the Parent Handbook must be completed and submitted before your child’s first day.

  • You may register online through our website. Incomplete paperwork may result in delayed start dates.

  • Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Email completed paperwork to [email protected].

Note: If you register online, you will receive an email with additional forms to complete prior to your child’s start date.


Hours of Operation

  • Before School: 7:00 AM – Start of school

  • After School: School dismissal – 6:00 PM

  • Full Day Care is offered at Tri Valley YMCA on in-service days and select holidays. Visit our School’s Out program page for details.


Registration Fee (2025–2026 School Year)

  • $75 per child for early enrollment (April–July 1, 2026) and all ELRC participants

  • $150 per child for enrollment starting July 2, 2026, through the remainder of the school year


Program Rates

 

Session TypeYMCA MemberNon-Member
Part-Time (AM or PM)$20/session$25/session
Full-Time (AM + PM)$40/day$50/day
Half Day$25/session$30/session
Full Day$50/day$60/day

Important Reminder

All forms must be completed and submitted before the first day of care.
Childcare will be offered on scheduled in-service days and select holidays—please refer to the School’s Out registration page for full details. * Care is offered for children K-4th Grade*

School/Holiday Closures – No Y Care Offered

  • Friday, September 4, 2026
  • Monday, September 7, 2026

  • Monday, October 12, 2026

  • Thursday, November 5, 2026
  • Friday, November 6, 2026
  • Wednesday, November 25, 2026
  • Thursday, November 26, 2026
  • Friday, November 27, 2026
  • Monday, November 30, 2026
  • Wednesday, December 23, 2026
  • Thursday, December 24, 2026
  • Friday, December 25, 2026
  • Monday, December 28, 2026
  • Tuesday, December 29, 2026
  • Wednesday, December 30, 2026
  • Thursday, December 31, 2026
  • Friday, January 1, 2027
  • Monday, January 18, 2027
  • Friday, February 12, 2027
  • Monday, February 15, 2027
  • Thursday, March 4, 2027
  • Friday, March 5, 2027
  • Monday, March 22, 2027
  • Tuesday, March 23, 2027
  • Wednesday, March 24, 2027
  • Thursday, March 25, 2027
  • Friday, March 26, 2027
  • Monday, March 29, 2027
  • Friday, April 23, 2027
  • Monday, May 31, 2027


Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
09/16/26
HALF DAY CARE2026-2027 Schuylkill Valley Elementary School - We
$25 - $30 Register  
12/16/26
HALF DAY CARE2026-2027 Schuylkill Valley Elementary School - We
$25 - $30 Register  
05/19/27
HALF DAY CARE2026-2027 Schuylkill Valley Elementary School - We
$25 - $30 Register  
06/02/27
HALF DAY CARE2026-2027 Schuylkill Valley Elementary School - We
$25 - $30 Register  

School's Out Willow Creek 2026-2027

Tri Valley
9/4/26 - 3/5/27
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School’s Out will need a minimum of 10 registrants per half day or full day to provide care.

  • School’s Out Days Offered: 
    • 9/4/2026
    • 9/18/2026
    • 10/12/2026
    • 11/24/2026
    • 11/27/2026
    • 11/30/2026
    • 12/28/2026
    • 12/29/2026
    • 12/30/2026
    • 1/4/2027
    • 3/5/2027
    • 3/8/2027
    • 3/22/2027
    • 3/23/2027
    • 3/24/2027
    • 3/25/2027
    • 3/26/2027
    • 3/29/2027
    • 4/30/2027

    Half Days Offered:

    • 10/9/2026
    • 11/2/2026
    • 12/23/2026
    • 2/3/2027
    • 4/14/2027
    • 5/27/2027
    • 5/28/2027
    • 6/1/2027
    • 6/2/2027
    • 6/3/2027

    YMCA Closure Dates:

    • 9/7/2026
    • 11/25/2026
    • 11/26/2026
    • 12/24/2026
    • 12/25/2026
    • 12/31/2026
    • 1/1/2027
    • 1/18/2027
    • 2/15/2027
    • 5/31/2027

     

School’s Out Program Info:

Location: The program operates inside of the Tri Valley YMCA

607 Crisscross Road

Fleetwood, PA 19522

Phone Number: 610-944-6515

Program Leadership:

Executive Director- Brandon Shurr    [email protected]

Program Director- Alec Heckman     [email protected]

Registration Process:

To register, all paperwork in the parent handbook must be completed and returned prior to the first day attended. Online registrations through our website will also be accepted. Incomplete paperwork/registration will not be accepted and may delay your child’s start date. We will accept registration on a first come, first served basis. Paperwork should be emailed to Alec Heckman at [email protected] or mailed to our facility.

Note: If you register online, you will receive an email with additional forms to complete prior to your child’s start date.

HOURS OF OPERATION:

All Day Care- 6:30AM-6:00PM

Half Day Care- Early Dismissal-6:00PM

Full Day Care- 6:30AM-6:00PM

Y Care Handbook

Program Options & Rates

2026-2027 School Year

YMCA MemberNon-Member
Part-Time (One session: either Before OR After School)$20/ session$25/ session
Full-Time (Two sessions: both Before AND After School)$40/ day$50/ day
Half Day$25/ session$30/ session
Full Day$50/ day$60/ day

 

 

Program Options & Rates

Part-Time Childcare

  • Member Rate: $20/session or $100/week
  • Non-member:  $25/session or $125/week

Full-Time Childcare

  • Member Rate: $40/session or $200/week
  • Non-member:  $50/session or $250/week

Half Day Childcare for school-scheduled half days

  • Member Rate: $25/session
  • Non-member:  $30/session

Full Day for school-scheduled School’s Out days * Registration for these programs are available under School’s Out

  • Member Rate: $50/session
  • Non-member:  $60/session

Half Day- Families will register for this program under “Willow Creek School’s Out”

  • Half Days Offered:
    • 10/9/2026
    • 11/2/2026
    • 12/23/2026
    • 2/3/2027
    • 4/14/2027
    • 5/27/2027
    • 5/28/2027
    • 6/1/2027
    • 6/2/2027
    • 6/3/2027

School Closed-Families will register for this program under “Willow Creek School’s Out”

  • School’s Out Days Offered: 
    • 9/4/2026
    • 9/18/2026
    • 10/12/2026
    • 11/24/2026
    • 11/27/2026
    • 11/30/2026
    • 12/28/2026
    • 12/29/2026
    • 12/30/2026
    • 1/4/2027
    • 3/5/2027
    • 3/8/2027
    • 3/22/2027
    • 3/23/2027
    • 3/24/2027
    • 3/25/2027
    • 3/26/2027
    • 3/29/2027
    • 4/30/2027

In Service Day-YMCA will be CLOSED

 

 



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
4/20/26 6/4/27 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
09/04/26
Full Day - Fr
$50 - $60 Register  
09/18/26
Full Day - Fr
$50 - $60 Register  
10/09/26
HALF DAY CARE - Fr
$25 - $30 Register  
10/12/26
Full Day - Mo
$50 - $60 Register  
11/02/26
HALF DAY CARE - Mo
$25 - $30 Register  
11/24/26
Full Day - Tu
$50 - $60 Register  
11/27/26
Full Day - Fr
$50 - $60 Register  
11/30/26
Full Day - Mo
$50 - $60 Register  
12/23/26
HALF DAY CARE - We
$25 - $30 Register  
12/28/26
Full Day - Mo
$50 - $60 Register  
12/29/26
Full Day - Tu
$50 - $60 Register  
12/30/26
Full Day - We
$50 - $60 Register  
01/04/27
Full Day - Mo
$50 - $60 Register  
02/03/27
HALF DAY CARE - We
$25 - $30 Register  
03/05/27
AM CARE (MS ONLY) - Fr
$20 - $25 Register  
03/05/27
Full Day (ELEMENTARY) - Fr
$50 - $60 Register  
03/05/27
PM CARE (MS ONLY) - Fr
$20 - $25 Register