Child Care

Prime Time After School Program
Pre-school, Pre-K, and Head Start
The Play Box
The Kid Zone 

 2009-10 South DeKalb Child Care Program

The South DeKalb YMCA Prime Time After School Program is designed to provide quality child care for all students to develop intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically in a safe environment.  Family and community involvement is strongly encouraged to support our program goals.  Reasonable fees are available to accommodate the entire community.

The Prime Time Program is State Licensed and provides a safe, supportive environment with realistic and appropriate expectations.  Our focus is to develop the whole child through the YMCA's traditional curriculum, the Spirit-Mind-Body Triangle.

Our programs are tools for building character.  The Prime Time Program helps school aged children develop values and behaviors that are consistent with being model citizens.

Program Components

Nutrition
A nutritious snack is provided daily.

Homework/Tutorial Assistance
Academic Support Staff: At each site there are Academic Support staff members to properly assist and tutor students in reading and math lesson. Our Academic Support Staff members are trained and certified teachers within the DeKalb County School System and are available three days per week to assist with our tutorial programs.  Staff will provide daily assistance in the completion of homework.  The classroom weekly agenda will be used as a support guide to insure completion.

Recreational
Organized, outdoor and indoor game activities that will address fitness and general fun.

Skill Development
The specific age appropriate instruction in math and reading skills.  The skills development time will utilize technology, daily reading time, and scheduled review sessions to significantly support the skill development in reading and math.  The YMCA will use the KidzLit and KidzMath as a main resource.

In addition to our enrichment activities, the South DeKalb YMCA has taken an interest in our children’s Mathematical and Reading levels in our Prime Time programs. We have implemented Math sessions twice per week at every Prime Time site to boost test scores and give each child a stronger understanding of their math work from class.  We have also created Reading tutorials to enhance our children’s ability to correctly identify letters and sounds. The participants in the Prime Time program will study spelling words three times per week and have spelling games every Thursday to prepare each child for tests at their respective schools on the following Friday.

Enrichment
Seasonal enrichment activities that support the goal of exposing children to a myriad of activities and experiences (example:  chess, monopoly, word games, etc.). The Prime Time program also offers enrichment activities such as: Conflict resolution, Youth Fit For Life, Creative Arts and Character Development courses.

• Conflict Resolution – To create a concept of taking responsibility for one’s actions and learning how to deal with hardships and disputes with others.
• Youth Fit For Life – Targeted at improving the fitness and health of our young people, as well as promoting an appreciation for a physically active and healthful lifestyle throughout childhood and into adulthood.
• Creative Arts – This activity introduces the students to different aspects of the arts such as music, poetry, dance, writing, painting, live performance and plays.
• Character Development – This activity works to build each child's self-esteem and confidence. Each child receives reassurance regarding their own capabilities and is encouranged to set high achievement goals.

Why Prime Time?

ESTABLISHED
Nationwide, more than one in 10 children in school-age care are in a YMCA school-age care program.

SAFE
All Prime Time activities take place within the schools, eliminating the need for additional transportation of children and giving you peace of mind.

PROFESSIONAL
YMCA staff regularly pursue ongoing professional development training as a requirement of their positions. Many Prime Time staff are also employed by the DeKalb County School System.

STATE-LICENSED
All sites are licensed by the State of Georgia and accept DFACS and other child care subsidies.

QUALITY
Parents love Prime Time! For the 2007-08 school year, parents rated South DeKalb Family YMCA Prime Time a 4.8 out of 5 in overall program satisfaction.

SPECIAL EVENTS
Look out for our Family Nights, Field Trips, and especially the highly anticipated sequel to our successful Lock-In. Get the latest information on our Event Calendar.

How To Register

Please print and fill-out the After School Enrollment Information Packet  and bring in for faster registration.  If you have questions, please contact the Courtesy Counter at 770-987-3500.

Prime Time Sites

Atherton Elementary School
Canby Lane Elementary School
Chapel Hill Elementary School
Columbia Elementary School
Fairington Elementary School
Glen Haven Elementary School
Jolly Elementary School
Marbut Elementary School
Panola Way Elementary School
Pine Ridge Elementary School
Rainbow Elementary School
Rock Chapel Elementary School
Shadow Rock Elementary School
Snapfinger Elementary School
Stone Mill Elementary School
Woodridge Elementary School
Hambrick Elementary School

*We offer transportation from the following area schools:

Bob Mathis Elementary School
Bouie Theme School
Browns Mill Elementary School
Narvie J. Harris

*Students will be picked up from the school and transported to the South DeKalb YMCA Branch.  For more information on the Prime Time After School Program, please contact us at 770-987-3500.

Registration Fee
One Child   $25.00
Family        $35.00

Scholarships
In accordance with the YMCA mission statement, we award many scholarships each year through our Partner With Youth campaign. We invite you to learn more about our financial assistance program and the flexibility it offers with its fair and affordable rates that suit your family's budget. If you believe you cannot afford to send your child to Prime Time, we may be able to help. Call us today at 770-987-3500 to learn more.

Pre-school, Pre-K and Head Start

The YMCA Child Care Academies at South DeKalb offer child care for children between the ages of 6 weeks to 5 years. Click here  for more information on the services they provide.

The Play Box

Come join in the fun in THE PLAY BOX! The South DeKalb Family YMCA is pleased to provide this nursery service for our youngest members. While parents take part in programs within the facility, children between the ages of six months to five years old can participate in games, arts and crafts and other fun activities.

Did you get your dot today? T o participate in The Play Box, please check in at the courtesy counter and pick up a colored dot. This will be your new entry and identification for your child(ren) in The Play Box. We request all members to adhere to this new policy.

The Kid Zone

Come join in the fun in THE KID ZONE where we strive to make a difference in the lives of our members.  The Kid Zone is for children 6 to 12 years of age.  Children attending The Kid Zone will participate in arts and crafts, indoor games, personal development workshops and other special events.  Don't miss this opportunity to explore new worlds and make some new friends!

Play Box and Kid Zone Guidelines

• Parents must be in the facility for children to participate in Play Box and Kid Zone activities.
• Parents must sign their children into the Play Box and Kid Zone.  Parents will receive a colored dot before leaving their children.
• Upon picking up their child, the parent's dot will be matched with the sign-in sheet before children will be released.
• Children may be in the care of the Play Box and Kid Zone staff for a maximum of 2 hours per day.

*No registration needed.  Parents must check child IN and OUT each time.

Hours of Operation