YMCA of Reading & Berks County Youth Programs and Child Care

The YMCA of Reading & Berks County Youth Programs and Child Care offers early learning programs, Pre-K Counts, before and after school care, the School's Out Program, summer day camp, and Youth Basketball. The activities listed include homework help, games, sports, STEAM, healthy snacks, active games, creative projects, outdoor play, gym time, weekly themes, field trips, pool days, hands-on activities, swimming, and outdoor games.

Programs

• Early Learning Programs — Ages 6 weeks–5 years · Monday through Friday, all day
• Pre-K Counts — Ages 3–5 years · Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Before & After School Care — Kindergarten–6th grade · Before and after the school day · Homework help, games, sports, STEAM, and healthy snacks.
• School's Out Program — Kindergarten–6th grade · Teacher in-service days, school breaks, holiday closures; full-day care · Active games, creative projects, STEAM activities, outdoor play, gym time, and opportunities to make new friends in a supportive environment led by caring YMCA staff.
• Summer Day Camp — Kindergarten–6th grade · Weekly during summer break · Weekly themes, field trips, pool days, hands-on activities, swimming, outdoor games, and new friendships.
• Youth Basketball — Ages 4–6 through 6th grade · Registration is open at participating YMCA locations.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–17 years old

About the provider

The program has been operating since 1857. Its mission is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

What families say

“My boys absolutely loved their time at before and after school care at the YMCA. They made so many friends and especially loved the after-school healthy eating program. Playing in the gym and on the playground was a great way for them to get their energy out after school. All of the staff members were so kind and patient.” — -Jackie, Mom of Carson & John, Before & After School Care at Tri Valley YMCA

Last updated October 24, 2026.