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. Currently we are a before and after school program but we are tailoring it to support the new needs of remote learning. 

We are asking that families supply their children with a device for remote learning and come prepared with a pair of headphones.   

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 allow for families to be supported during remote learning.   

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.   

Our Safety Precautions

For a safer Program we are implementing the  following:

  • Frequent hand washing
  • Frequent sanitizing of the room
  • Rooms will be arranged into groups; each group will maintain strict social distance from other groups. The Kindergarten – 3rd grade space will  be arranged  into 3 groups of 16 and the 4th grade and up will be one large group of 14-18
  • Staff will be wearing masks
  • Children will be required to wear masks while indoors
  • Everyone entering either room will be required to wear a face mask

Hours of Operation

Monday- Friday         7:30am-6:00pm

Since districts are going with a hybrid model, we will be open Monday-Friday from 7:30AM to 6:00PM, allowing your child(ren) to attend before/afterschool hours on their in-school days, and full day on their distance learning days.  

For more information, contact:

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

Pricing

Registration Options

Since districts are going to continue with a hybrid model, we will remain open Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, allowing your child(ren) to attend before/afterschool hours on their in-school days, and full day on their distance learning days.  We have multiple registration options to fit everyone’s specific needs, those are as follows:  

2020-2021 School Age Weekly Fees- Before & After School

BROOKFIELD SCHOOLS (CES, HHES, & WMS)

BEFORE SCHOOL ONLY

(Additional charges for days off from school)

AFTER SCHOOL ONLY

(Includes days off and early dismissals)

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL

(Includes days off and early dismissals)
Kind- 4th $74 $106 $138
5th Grade + N/A $117 N/A

 

DANBURY SCHOOLS (Stadley Rough, Hayestown, Great Plain, Broadview, AIS Magnet)

BEFORE SCHOOL ONLY

(Additional charges for days off from school)

AFTER SCHOOL ONLY

(Includes days off and early dismissals)

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL

(Includes days off and early dismissals)
Kind- 5th TBD TBD TBD
6th Grade + N/A TBD N/A
AIS Magnet N/A TBD N/A

2020-2021 School Age Weekly Fees- HYBRID/REMOTE MODEL RATES

Program Option Brookfield Danbury
5 days/week #1 Remote 5 days full remote learning $250 $250
#2 Hybrid 2 Days of Before and/or After School & 3 days remote learning $230 $240
#3 Hybrid (modified services) 4 Days of Before and/or After School & 1 day remote learning $177 $177
#4 Hybrid (Brookfield Kindergarten ONLY) 4 half days & 1 day remote learning. $175 N/A
4 days/week #5 2 Days of Before and/or After School & 2 days remote learning $175 $175
3 days/ week #6 3 Full days $175 $175

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

FAQ

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?

We open at 7:30AM and close at 6:00PM.  Children can attend after in person school and on distance learning days.   

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?

No, this school year we will not be able to bring children to their program or pick them up.   

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. Schools in Brookfield include: Center, Huckleberry Hill and Whiscoiner. Schools in Danbury include: Stadley Rough, Hayestown, Great Plain, St. Greg’s and Broadview Middle School.

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 that attend Danbury schools are picked up at school and brought to the Y by a YMCA van.

What will my child do while at the School Age Program?

Our staff will assist children with distance learning. Children will have the opportunity to participate in activities such as cooking, literacy, lots of physical activity and outdoor time.  

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 without an appointment?

Yes, however due to the wellbeing of the children in our care, we will require any one entering our program to wear a mask and to practice social distancing. 

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 a $100 deposit. 

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 8 to 1 ratio in the Kindergarten through 3rd grade program and a 10 to 1 in the 4th grade and up program.

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?

An Administration of Medication form must be filled out for any medication, prescription or over the counter. Both parent and physician must sign the form. A staff trained in Administration of Medication will assist your child with medication.

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. We will also require a care plan signed by you and your child’s physician in order to administer an Epi-pen. We will follow the care plan provided by the physician.

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

Since districts are going with a hybrid model, we will be open Monday-Friday from 7:30AM to 6:00PM, allowing your child(ren) to attend before/afterschool hours on their in-school days, and full day on their distance learning days.  You will need to register for all 5 days. 

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 Program Coordinator
203.775.4444 x 103
sturner@regionalymca.org