School-Age Child Care
Before and After School Care, Kindergarten Care and School’s Out Day Care are available at the Upper Bucks YMCA.
- Serving Quakertown School District
- Transportation Provided
- Keystone STARS Participant
Grades:
Kindergarten through 6th grade
Our Location:
151 S. 14th St., Quakertown
Registration for School Age Programs begin in early June.
Call 215-536-8409 for tour and information.
Our program follows the Department of Public Welfare and Keystone STARS’ requirements for teacher qualifications. Classroom aides are at least 18 years of age, have at least a High School Diploma, and FBI and criminal history checks. Our teachers have at least an Associate’s Degree in early childhood education.
Financial Assistance
The Upper Bucks YMCA is committed to the communities we serve, which is why we promise to fulfill the 150+ year YMCA tradition of never turning anyone away. We are an equal opportunity care provider for those who qualify for financial assistance. If you or your family would like to apply, please fill out a financial assistance application available on this Web site or at the YMCA’s Welcome Center.
> Click here for Financial Assistance Application
Meet Our Staff
Ashley Herrington, Child Care Director
Ashley has a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood and Family Development from Missouri State where she played division I field hockey. She has 4 years child care experience. Ashley was recently married, purchased a home, and has a labradoodle/golden retriever named Boomer. She loves to relax, watch sports, coach and spend time at home.
Stephanie Weachter, Administrative Assistant
Stephanie has an Associate Degree in Computer Application Management and an Associate Degree in Accounting. She is married with two children, Maci and Ty. "I love working at the YMCA with the children and helping the community."
Center Security
The Upper Bucks YMCA is committed to providing a secure and safe environment while your child is with us. All of our doors are locked between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. For entry into the building, a keypad is located on the exterior door for you to contact a child care employee. Once inside the building, your child’s classrooms are also locked and a keypad entry system is in place. You, and whomever you name, will be given a code to gain access to the classrooms.
Curriculum & Classroom Schedules
Additional Links
> State Department of Public Welfare
For information for families and individuals applying for state aid and learning more about center requirements.
> PA KEYS
For tips on how to locate a quality center and information about Pre-K Counts.
> United Way of Bucks County
For information on the United Way of Bucks County, and other member agencies.
>Please click to download the Upper Bucks YMCA School Age Care brochure
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