
The Y makes strengthening our communities our cause. Through affordable childcare, we create a safe, nurturing environment that engages children, helping them to learn, grow and develop skill sets that will serve them throughout their lives. As a childcare participant, your child will experience academic support, while building self-esteem and character development with the staff.
Y TIME School Age Childcare Young Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Y TIME CURRENTLY FULL
Offering before/after school care AND full day summer care
Located at Hastings Church of the Nazarene, 1716 N. Broadway St., Hastings, MI 49058
Age: 5 years – 5th Grade
Call: 269-316-0743
PROGRAM GOALS FOR SCHOOL AGE CARE
- We keep children engaged with enriching academic activities, creative play and games.
- We encourage healthy eating habits, physical activity and provide nutritious snacks.
- We offer homework assistance (during the school year).
- Our staff serve as mentors to make Y Time fun and safe.
- The YMCA Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility are always promoted through all activities.
SCHOOL YEAR
SCHOOL YEAR TIMES:
· Before School hours: 6:30 am-start of school, Monday—Friday
· After School hours: Close of school to 6:00 pm., Monday—Friday
· Open most no school days and snow days 6:30 am – 6:00 pm. See handbook for annual days Y Time School Age care is closed.
SCHOOL YEAR FEES:
· FULL TIME Before and After School: $290 per month, per child
· FULL TIME After School ONLY: $240 per month, per child
· 10% sibling discount applied after first child. FULL TIME registrants only
· 3 DAYS: $145 per month, per child
SUMMER
SUMMER TIMES:
6:30 am – 6:00 pm
SUMMER FEES (Fees listed weekly to allow for youth to participate in other options such as day or overnight camp.):
· 4-5 days a week: $150 per week, per child
· 10% sibling discount applied after first child. FULL TIME registrants only
· 3 DAYS: $135 per week, per child (no sibling discounts)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
· For children who qualify for DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) Financial Assistance, Y Time Childcare is a qualified provider. Please contact your caseworker to apply and set up payments.
· Financial Aid is available through the YMCA, click here to apply.
MEALS AND SNACKS
During the school year, one USDA approved meal is served.
Please contact Y Time for information, Monday-Friday, at 269-316-0743.

Select “Y Time School Age School Year 21-22″ and the appropriate location
Payment: Parents are asked to set up an account online and make all payments in the CampBrain system. Payment plans are available. Call our office for set up. 269-945-4574
Required Forms
Y TIME PreSchool 2.5 years - Start of Young Kindergarden
Offering full day childcare Monday – Friday, 6:30 am – 6:00 pm
Located at Hastings Church of the Nazarene, 1716 N. Broadway St., Hastings, MI 49058
Age: 2.5 years – 5 years (before start of young kindergarten)
Call: 269-316-0743
PROGRAM GOALS FOR PRESCHOOL
- To encourage self-esteem and self-worth in each individual child
- To help children develop skills in interacting with peers in a positive manner
- To provide a consistent, daily schedule to help with feelings of security and control in the environment
- To offer a variety of materials and activities for varying attention spans
- To offer gross motor skill practice and development inside or on the playground
- To offer free choice activity times to foster independent choice, sharing, cooperation, and exchanging of ideas
- To enjoy games, which encourage language skills and physical development
- To offer manipulative toys, a creativity area, and games for fine motor skills
NEW ENROLLMENT FEES:
4-5 Days a Week-$700 monthly
· 10% sibling discount applied after first child. FULL TIME only
· Two weeks vacation included in fees. $75 incentive discount if taken in June or July.
3 Days a Week-$520 monthly
· Two weeks vacation included in fees. $75 incentive discount if taken in June or July.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
For children who qualify for DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) Financial Assistance, Y Time Childcare is a qualified provider. Please contact your caseworker to apply and set up payments.
MEALS AND SNACKS
All preschool students are served breakfast, lunch and two snacks daily under the USDA CACFP criteria. To learn more, visit CACFP MEAL PATTERNS.

Payment: Parents are asked to set up an account online and make all payments in our CampBrain system. Payment plans are available. Call our office for set up. 269-945-4574
Generations Childcare Thornapple Manor Staff Childcare Center
In partnership with Thornapple Manor, the YMCA of Barry County offers full day childcare, Monday-Friday, 6 am – 6 pm, for Thornapple Manor staff’s non school age children.
Offering full day childcare Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
Located at 2700 Nashville Rd, Hastings, MI 49058
Age: Birth – 5 years (before start of kindergarten)
PROGRAM GOALS for Infants through Preschool
- To encourage self-esteem and self-worth in each individual child
- To help children develop skills in interacting with peers in a positive manner
- To provide a consistent, daily schedule to help with feelings of security and control in the environment
- To offer a variety of materials and activities for varying attention spans
- To offer gross motor skill practice and development inside or on the playground
- To offer free choice activity times to foster independent choice, sharing, cooperation, and exchanging of ideas
- To enjoy games, which encourage language skills and physical development
- To offer manipulative toys, a creativity area, and games for fine motor skills
