COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Pecatonica School-Age Centers

School Age Child Care

As the largest childcare provider in Winnebago County, your YMCA provides family-centered, values-based programs to nurture children’s healthy development.

YMCA School Age Centers are located at elementary schools throughout Winnebago County. Working with both the Rockford and Harlem school districts, this program offers a quality childcare program that is affordable and conveniently located right at the elementary school. In addition to providing childcare in a safe, nurturing environment, parents trust in knowing that all activities at the YMCA School Age Center promote character development through caring, respect, honesty and responsibility. This successful program has positively influenced the lives of thousands of Rock River Valley families.

Pecatonica School-Age Center Supervisor

Chris Cameron
Associate Director of Child Care
(815)-489-1248
ccameron@rockfordymca.org

Oversees:
Pecatonica School Age Center

School Age Center Staff:

Specially trained adults
Ongoing training required
Background checked and drug tested
CPR trained and certified
There is one staff member for every 12 children.

School Age Center Curriculum:

Arts and humanities
Character development
Wellness, health and fitness
Homework assistance
Reading assistance
Social skills
Self-esteem and problem solving

Hours of Operation:

The School Age Center hours of operation for Pecatonica School is 6:30am until school starts, and from the time school lets out until 6:00pm.

Program Fees and Payment:

Based on how often the program is used
Calculated per morning or afternoon session – 1-5 days per week
Payment may be made by check or money order
Payment is due one week prior to the week of service
For a printable fee schedule click here.

Registration:

To register your child(ren) for the Pecatonica School Age Center, print the top two forms below and bring them, filled out, with the registration fee and first week's payment to the School Age Center. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. To apply for financial assistance print the Child Care Solutions form below and follow the instructions on the form. If you have any questions regarding financial assistance please call Mary at 489-1194. For questions regarding the Pecatonica School Age Center please contact Sheila at 489-1273.

Pecatonica School Registration Form

Child Care Enrollment Application

Child Care Solutions Fee Assistance Form

The YMCA School Age Center is a program of the YMCA’s Community Outreach Branch and supports parents and guardians who are concerned with the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of all children.