McDowell County Schools partners with the YMCA of Western North Carolina to provide childcare for local elementary school students.

YMCA childcare helps families make sure their kids get extra support, ongoing learning, and a chance to be a part of meaningful activities that can inspire and motivate them to succeed in school and life. Benefits include tutoring, homework help, individualized attention, healthy snacks, and outdoor play.

The Y’s qualified and caring staff will work closely with students on their daily virtual classwork to support their academic goals. They will also continue to operate with thorough health safeguards to keep children and staff safe.

Eligible Students

McDowell County students enrolled in grades K-5 at Eastfield, Glenwood, Marion, Nebo, North Cove, Old Fort, Pleasant Gardens, and West Marion elementary schools are eligible for YMCA childcare.

Hours of Operation

YMCA afterschool care runs from the time school is dismissed until 6 p.m.

Full-day care starts at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m.

Rates

All students are considered for financial assistance to help offset the price of childcare. Thanks to the generous support of the Corpening Memorial Foundation, community donors, and a grant from the Kate B. Reynolds Foundation, the Y has scholarships available for any child registering for the McDowell County childcare programs.

The YMCA's Afterschool Program is licensed through the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education and accepts state subsidy vouchers.

Registration 

Register on the YMCA of WNC website or call 828-251-5910 to for assistance with your online registration.  

Once you complete the registration process, a representative from the YMCA will be in touch about the required paperwork.

If you have any questions, please call the YMCA at 828-251-5910.

 

YMCA Afterschool Contact 828-251-5910