THE REGIONAL

YMCA OF WESTERN CT

Greenknoll Children’s Center

Greenknoll Children's Center

School Age Program

Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for young children to learn, thrive, and grow. We offer an exciting, safe community for young people to explore the outdoors, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills and succeed, developmentally and academically. Children have the opportunity to participate in Service Learning, Character Development, Indoor and Outdoor Play and Crafts.

At the Y, children are offered a range of opportunities and activities to nurture their interests and explore the world around them. Children are given are also given plenty of opportunities for physical activity outdoors. 

Our experienced staff provide students with a safe, nurturing environment to help them succeed. We are a before and after school program.

Our program is a licensed program for children entering Kindergarten through 12 years old.   

Our full day hours of 7:30 AM -6:00 PM.

Aside from being open daily, our program will remain open during staff development days/scheduled days off from school and early dismissal days. There are very few scheduled days  (mostly major holidays) our program will be closed which can be found in our registration packet.   

 

Hours of Operation

Monday- Friday         7:30am-6:00pm

For more information, contact:

Sean Turner
School Age Director
203.775.4444 x 103
sturner@regionalymca.org

Registration Options

2023-2024 School Age Weekly Fees- Before & After School

BROOKFIELD SCHOOLS (CLES, & WMS) & DANBURY SCHOOLS (Must provide your own transportation)
BEFORE SCHOOL ONLY

(Includes delayed opening only.)

AFTER SCHOOL ONLY

(Includes days off, early dismissals, delayed openings, and emergency dismissals. )

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL

(Includes days off, early dismissals, delayed openings, and emergency dismissals.)

Kind- 5th $88 $119 $150
6th Grade + N/A $129 N/A

Due at the time of registration, is a $25 Registration Fee and first week’s tuition.

Do I have to be a member of the Y?

You do not have to be a member. However, we encourage families to become Family members at a 50% discount.

What is the earliest and latest time that I can bring my child in and pick up my child?

Earliest drop off is 7:30 AM.

Latest pick up is 6:00 PM. 

Can I bring my child in on days when there is a delay?

Yes.

If I sign my child up for a Y program at the Greenknoll Branch will you bring them?

As long as the activity begins before 5:30 🙂   

Are snacks provided?

Yes, we provide a healthy snack for our children. We offer one snack on a school day and two snacks on a day off from school. Families can also send in extra snack if they choose to do so.

What school systems do you serve?

We serve schools in Brookfield and Danbury School Systems.

How do the children get to the YMCA School Age Program?

Children that attend Brookfield schools are brought to the program by the Brookfield school bus. Children attending Danbury School MUST provide there own transportation.  We do not provide transportation to and from Danbury Schools.

How do you handle homework?

Staff is always available to help children with homework. We ask families to let us know how much homework they would like the child to do while at the program.

Can I visit the facility?

Sure! Just email Sturner@regionalymca.org for a tour.

What do I need to do to register my child?

Every child in our program must have a completed registration form on file. They will also need a complete Health Assessment form with complete immunizations record. It is recommended that you ask for a copy from your child’s school. 

Are there other fees to register?

Yes, there is a $25 non-refundable registration fee and the 1st week’s deposit is due at the time of registration. 

What happens if I have an emergency and can’t make it to pick up my child?

We ask that you email or fax us the name of the person picking up your child. Anyone that we do not know will be asked to present a picture ID; license is always best.

What is the staff to child ratio?

We maintain a 10 to 1 ratio.

Are teachers trained in first aid and CPR?

Yes, we have staff on site at all times that are trained.

What if my child has to take medication at the program?

Any child that requires medication while in the care of the program or needs an epi-pen or an inhaler, must have an Authorization to Administer Medication form and an Individual Care Plan on file before they can start the program.  Authorization to Administer Medication form that say, “Authorization for the Administration of Medication by School, Child Care, and Youth Camp Personnel.”  Authorization to Administer Medication forms must be signed by the child’s doctor and parent.

My child has an allergy that requires an Epi-Pen, how do you handle that?

Families must provide the Epi-pen and an Administration of Medication form must be on file.  Administration of Medication form must be signed by a parent and doctor.  The name on the medication must match the name on the Authorization to Administer Medication form.   We will also require a care plan signed by a parent. Children may not start the program without the required documents and medication.

I only need childcare 2 days of the week. Is that possible?

Currently we offer a 5-day program only.

Is there a discount for siblings?

Yes, there is a 10% discount for siblings.

When is my tuition due?

Tuition is due each Friday.

For more information, contact:

Sean Turner
School Age Director
203.775.4444 x 103
sturner@regionalymca.org