The YMCA is the largest provider of child care in the U.S. and has been serving children and families in the greater-Austin area for more than 50 years. The YMCA has always focused on meeting the social, emotional and academic needs of our young learners so they can grow into the changemakers of tomorrow.
The YMCA of Austin offers child care programs for children PreK through Grade 5, serving more than 4,000 youth annually. Y Afterschool provides opportunities for physical, social, emotional and cognitive learning experiences and support, at more than 70 licensed sites in Austin ISD, Hays CISD and Round Rock ISD.
For questions call 512.236.9622 or email EACY@austinymca.org
Parents and guardians can register for 2020-2021 Afterschool programs and access their accounts by logging in to EZ Child Track.
For questions, please call 512-236-9622 or email EACY@austinymca.org
Read our 2020-21 Afterschool Care Parent Policies here.
- Afterschool care is provided from school dismissal until 6:30pm*
- Monday thru Friday
- Affordable monthly rates
- Financial Assistance available
- CCS families welcome
- Minimum enrollment for programs is 30 children
YMCA Afterschool Care is provided at 77 sites in Austin ISD, Hays CISD and Round Rock ISD. Google Map of all 77 locations.
AFTERSCHOOL SITES - in alphabetical order:
| Altamira Academy |
| Austin Achieve Elem |
| Baranoff |
| Barton Hills |
| Becker |
| Blackshear |
| Blake Manor |
| Blanco Vista |
| Blanton |
| Blazier |
| Bluebonnet Trail |
| Boone |
| Brentwood |
| Bryker Woods |
| Buda Elementary |
| Camino Real |
| Canyon Creek |
| Caraway |
| Carpenter Hill |
| Casey |
| Casis |
| Cowan |
| Cunningham |
| Dawson |
| Eden Park Academy |
| Elm Grove |
| Fuentes |
| Galindo |
| Graham |
| Guerrero-Thompson |
| Hemphill |
| Houston |
| IDEA Kyle |
| IDEA Montopolis |
| IDEA Parmer Park |
| IDEA Pflugerville |
| IDEA Rundberg |
| Jollyville |
| Jordan |
| Joslin |
| KIPP Austin North |
| KIPP Austin Ridge |
| KIPP Austin South |
| Kocurek |
| Kyle |
| Lagos |
| Laurel Mountain |
| Magnolia Montessori |
| Manor ELC |
| Maplewood |
| Menchaca |
| Metz |
| Negley |
| Oak Hill |
| Oak Meadows |
| Odom |
| Palm |
| Patton |
| Perez |
| Pfluger |
| Pillow |
| Pioneer Crossing |
| Pleasant Hill |
| Presidential Meadows |
| REAL Learning Academy |
| Reilly |
| Ridgetop |
| Science Hall |
| ShadowGlen |
| Sims |
| Spicewood |
| Summitt |
| Sunset Valley |
| Tobias International |
| Tom Green |
| Travis Heights |
| Uhland |
| Uphaus |
| UT Elementary |
|
Zilker |
The YMCA of Austin now offers Preschool and Infant Care at ten convenient locations. Financial Assistance is available.
PRESCHOOL / INFANT CARE LOCATIONS - in alphabetical order:
| Anderson High |
| Austin High |
| Blazier |
| Galindo |
| Metz |
| O. Henry |
| Austin Achieve MS |
| IDEA Montopolis |
| KIPP Ridge |
| KIPP South |
YMCA Afterschool infuses all curriculum with TEKS concepts and objectives. Research shows that children in afterschool programs attend school more, see behavior improvements, increase their likelihood to advance to the next grade level and increases the likelihood of graduating.
Activities in YMCA Afterschool include:
- Book Nook / Reading Time
- Physical Activity
- Arts & Crafts
- STEM projects and games
- Social & Emotional learning activities
- Homework time
- Leadership activities
- and much more!
YMCA of Austin program and activities are designed to benefit persons of all backgrounds and means. Fees are based on the cost of program delivery. While participants are asked to pay in relation to their means, while financial assistance dollars are available, the YMCA will assist any individual or family that wants to participate in Afterschool Care programs.
The health and safety of our program participants and staff are paramount. In accordance with local, state and national directives the YMCA of Austin has implemented a series of safety guidelines for Afterschool:
- Small ratios are maintained per CDC recommendations. Ratios are currently 1:11
- Adherence to social distancing requirement of six (6) feet
- Facilities deep cleaned daily with hourly wipe downs
- Children and staff required to wear masks
The Extend-A-Care YMCA and area school districts are partnering to cover your fall child care needs!
SUPPORT FOR VIRTUAL SCHOOL INSTRUCTION
In partnership with our local partnered school districts, we are committed to serving our community’s needs via high quality, accessible and affordable full day child care. These program offerings will align with adjusted school district calendars and support the new virtual learning environments. Financial assistance is available. See below for details.
FULL DAY CHILD CARE LOCATIONS & DATES:
- Austin Achieve: August 17th—September 4th
- Baranoff Elementary: August 17th—September 4th
- Galindo Elementary: August 17th—September 4th
- Joslin Elementary: August 17th—September 4th
- Patton Elementary: August 17th—September 4th
- Ridgetop Elementary: August 17th—September 4th
- North Austin YMCA: August 17th—September 4th
- East Communities YMCA: August 17th—September 4th
- YMCA Camp Moody: August 17th—September 4th
PROGRAM OFFERINGS:
- Full-day care at select campuses
- Children in learning groups during virtual school hours
- In-person support for virtual learning
- In-person led Special Areas: Art, Music and PE
- Afterschool enrichment activities
- Cost: $195 weekly per child
- Hours: 7:15am-6:30pm
TO REGISTER
- Visit EZChildTrack
- Set up an account or log into your existing account
- Select the program and fill out enrollment form completely
- To register for Full Day Child Care, select ‘2020-21 School-Age Full Day Program’
NOTE:
- Program open to all students ages 4-12
- Programs require a minimum of 30 students enrolled to begin
- Dates are subject to change according to the school calendar
Questions? Contact us at EACY@AustinYMCA.org or 512-236-9622.
All cancellations require a minimum of ten (10) business days notice prior to your child’s last day in the program.
If less notice is received, refunds will be calculated for missed days two weeks from the date the notice is given.
Parents/Guardians requesting to cancel must be authorized to make changes to child’s account.
Click here to complete and submit your cancellation form.
Debbie Rios-Lombraña Accounts Director
Joseluis Flores Accounts Director
Cris Perez Senior Business Director
Andie Connors Associate Executive Director
Jay Mills Associate Executive Director
April Walker Associate Executive Director
Jaime Garcia Executive Director
Dr. Joan Altobelli VP of Licensed Child Care
For general questions please call 512-236-9622 or email EACY@austinymca.org
