As a parent, ensuring your child receives the care and attention they need to thrive is a top priority, especially in the bustling environment of Summit. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by modern families, the Summit YMCA Childcare offers essential support, blending convenience with quality care.
At the Summit YMCA, we view childcare as an opportunity to foster growth, learning, and the development of essential life skills. We’re committed to providing a welcoming environment where children can explore and develop at their own pace, guided by our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Our dedicated team of professionals is passionate about offering comprehensive care that addresses the needs of the whole child, encompassing physical, emotional, and social development. From engaging Before and After School Care programs to our Childwatch services that allow you to focus on your fitness while your child enjoys fun, supervised activities, we’re here to support your family’s journey.
Discover more about our childcare offerings in Summit, including program details, availability, enrollment, and pricing, by exploring the links below or reaching out to us directly. Let us be a part of your child’s journey to a bright and promising future.
BEYOND THE BELL
KIDZONE
BEYOND THE BELL
Beyond the Bell at the Summit YMCA offers flexible, enriching before and after-school care tailored to local school schedules, providing a supportive environment for Kindergarten through 5th Grade students. Our programs are designed to accommodate the needs of working parents, ensuring a seamless transition from home to school and back.
Program Highlights:
- Before School Care: Available for Kindergarten and 5th Grade students starting at 7:00 AM at the Summit YMCA, with transportation ensuring timely arrival at school.
- After School Care: A comprehensive program for Kindergarten (Full Day or afternoon sessions) through 5th Grade, offering a mix of homework assistance, recreational activities, and snacks until 6:00 PM, with an extended care option until 6:30 PM.
- Holiday Care: Provides care during school vacation days for students enrolled in Beyond the Bell programs, subject to capacity.
Please note: Based on public school plans, program schedules may be subject to change upon short notice.
For additional information about our childcare programs, availability and pricing, please contact us directly using the contact form below.
BRAYTON SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
K – 5
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Before School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation)
- After School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
FRANKLIN SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
K – 5
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Before School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation)
- After School Care – (At the YMCA for with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
JEFFERSON SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
K-5 (Note: Kindergarten care is for Full Day or afternoon sessions only)
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Before School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation)
- After School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
LINCOLN HUBBARD SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
K – 5
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Before School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation)
- After School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
WASHINGTON SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
K – 5
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Before School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation)
- After School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
WILSON SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
K-5 (Note: Kindergarten care is for Full Day or afternoon sessions only)
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Before School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation)
- After School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
SALT BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GRADES SERVED:
1 – 5
SERVICES OFFERED:
- After School Care – (At the YMCA with transportation & extended care option)
- Holiday Care
EXTENDED CARE
TIME:
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
SERVICES OFFERED:
- Flexible Options Choose from 2 – 5 days a week
- Drop in rate is $20/day for extended care from 6:00-6:30 PM. Late pick up fee is $5/minute after 6:30 PM.
With so many demands on today’s families and the increased focus on early brain development, families need all the support they can get to nurture the potential of youth. That’s why our Kid Zone focuses on holistically nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to play, make new friends and build self-reliance while parents workout.
A complimentary service to members on family or adult memberships, we provide up to two-hours of supervised care for your child in a safe, enriching environment through non-structured, age appropriate play activities so your little one can develop social skills while you while you participate in activities at the Y, work out or take a class.
PARTICIPATION POLICIES
• Members may drop off their child for up to two hours while using the facility (scroll to see hours below).
• Kid Zone is available for children (ages 6 weeks to 12 years old) to anyone with a Berkeley Heights YMCA & Summit YMCA Family Membership or Adult Membership.
• Light snacks and water are permitted.
• An updated Summit Area YMCA membership waiver must be signed for each member prior to visiting our facility or participating in any Y programs. Parents/guardian must complete the waiver for each minor child. This only has to be completed once.
KID ZONE HOURS
SUMMIT YMCA
Open Everyday
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
If you have any specific questions about our Kid Zone spaces, policies or schedules, please contact the Summit YMCA at (908)273-3330.
| 2025-2026 Program Rates | 5 Days | 4 Days | 3 Days | 2 Days |
| Before School | $230 | $215 | $195 | $175 |
| After School with Holiday Care | $790 | $760 | $725 | $675 |
| After Care | $705 | $680 | $645 | $610 |
| Extended Hours | $110 | $105 | $100 | $95 |
| Before Care and After Care Combo | $30 off per month | $20 off per month | $10 off per month | No discount |
| 2025-2026 Additional Daily Fees | Per Day |
| Before Care Drop In | $40 |
| Additional Day After Care | $50 |
| Holiday Care | $115 |
| Half Day Drop In (12:30-6:00 PM) | $75 |
| Non-after-care Participant Holiday Care Drop In | $135 |
