Y Academy: Before & After School Care

Y Academy: Before & After School Care is held on-site at participating schools and is available for Kindergarten through 8th grade, depending on location. For the school year program, before school starts at 6:30 AM at Cedar Ridge only, and after school runs until 6 PM, with Buchanan and Cedar Ridge wrapping up at 5:30 PM. YMCA membership is not required, and financial assistance is available.

Programs

• Y Academy: Before & After School Care — Kindergarten – 8th grade, depending on location · Before school starting at 6:30 AM at Cedar Ridge only; after school until 6PM, with Buchanan and Cedar Ridge wrapping up at 5:30 PM · Held on-site at participating schools. Supports academic achievement, healthy habits, and positive social-emotional skills. Financial assistance is available.
• Y-Academy: SUMMER! Y Academy Before & After programs — Designed to serve families who need quality before and/or after summer school child care during the summer months.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–14 years old

About the provider

The Y has over 40 years of experience working with local schools to provide school age care. Its mission is to make the most of a child’s out-of-school time by offering active learning opportunities designed to engage and expand young minds.

YMCA membership is not required to participate in any of their educational programs. Financial assistance is available. For the school year program, before school starts at 6:30 AM at Cedar Ridge only, and after school runs until 6 PM; Buchanan and Cedar Ridge programs wrap up at 5:30 PM.

Last updated October 14, 2026.