YMCA of Reading & Berks County Youth Programs
Reading YMCA, 631 Washington Street, Reading, PA 19603
About
YMCA of Reading & Berks County Youth Programs offers Youth Basketball, Summer Day Camp, Pre-K Counts, Before & After School Care, and the School’s Out Program. The programs include weekly themes, field trips, pool days, hands-on activities, swimming, outdoor games, homework help, games, sports, STEAM, healthy snacks, teacher in-service day care, school break care, and holiday closure care.
Programs
- Youth Basketball — Ages 4–6 through 6th grade · Registration is open; available at participating YMCA locations.
- Summer Day Camp — Kindergarten – 6th Grade · Weekly themes, field trips, pool days, hands-on activities, swimming, outdoor games, and new friendships.
- Pre-K Counts — Ages 3 – 5 Years · Monday through Friday · Available at the Reading YMCA for qualifying families in the Greater Reading area.
- Before & After School Care — Kindergarten – 6th Grade · 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.
At a glance
- Ages: 0–16 years old
About the provider
The YMCA has been serving the community since 1857. The YMCA welcomes all who wish to participate and says that no one should be denied access based on ability to pay. Financial assistance is available for qualifying families, and programs are offered at the Reading YMCA, Richmond Early Learning Centers, and across multiple Berks County school districts.
The YMCA welcomes all who wish to participate and believes that no one should be denied access to the Y based on their ability to pay. Financial assistance is available for qualifying families. The YMCA offers programs at the Reading YMCA and Richmond Early Learning Centers, and across multiple Berks County school districts.
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
“The YMCA is the best-kept secret in town. Great facilities and a place to meet people from every walk of life.” — YMCA Member for 45 Years
Last updated October 21, 2026.
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