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YMCA of Reading and Berks County: School’s Out Childcare

By YMCA Reading & Berks County December 5, 2025

The YMCA is the largest childcare provider in the United States, and for good reason! Since the 1980s, the YMCA of Reading and Berks County has proudly delivered high-quality, attentive childcare to families throughout our region.

About School’s Out Programming

Our School’s Out Half-Day and Full-Day Care programs offer a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children in kindergarten through sixth grade when school is closed for scheduled in-service days or early dismissals.

While you’re at work, your child will enjoy engaging, age-appropriate activities that make the most of their day and help them grow academically and socially.

What to Expect

Each School’s Out day includes:

  • Fun and educational games and activities
  • Sports and physical play
  • Hands-on STEAM learning
  • Nutritious and delicious snacks
  • A chance to build friendships and social skills

Note: Parents are required to provide a packed lunch for their child.

Registration Information

  • Advance registration is required by the Friday before care is needed.
  • Late registrations will not be accepted.
  • Families are welcome to register early for multiple School’s Out dates.
  • Refunds and credits are not issued for unused care once registered.

Minimum Enrollment Requirement:
The YMCA requires a minimum of 10 registrants to offer care on any School’s Out date. If the minimum is not met, families will be notified of cancellation at least 24 hours in advance.

School’s Out Rates

Y Care Handbook

Session Type
YMCA Member
Non-Member
Half Day
$25/session
$30/session
Full Day
$50/day
$60/day

Locations

Adamstown Area YMCA

71 E. Main St.

Adamstown, PA 19501

Phone Number: 717-484-4996

Full or Half Day Options 


Mifflin Area YMCA

140 Chestnut Street

Mohnton, PA 19540

Phone Number: 610-750-5036

Full or Half Day Options


Sinking Spring YMCA

4920 Penn Ave, Sinking Spring, PA 19608

Phone Number: 610-678-0484

All Day Care- 8:30AM-5:30PM


Reading YMCA 

631 Washington St., Reading, PA 19601.

Phone Number: 610-378-4764

Before School: 6:00 AM till the Start of School

After School: School Dismissal till 6:00 PM

Full Day Childcare will be offered on scheduled in-service days and some holidays at the Reading YMCA. Please see the “School’s Out” program registration page for more information.