The Y is here to support you and your children during the school year when children aren't under your care. Enrollment in our After School Program includes a free Household Membership in addition to the other wonderful benefits listed below:
- Provides after-school care.
- Extends school-day learning through fun activities, physical activity, and nutrition.
- Flexible scheduling for working families.
- Supports academic growth, social development, and creativity.
- Provides a warm, welcoming setting kids enjoy every day.
This programs are provided by the YMCA and based in area Elementary Schools and is eligible for "Working Connections" subsidy through Washington State.
Designed for children ages 5-12, After the Bell follows the school district calendar in which it is held.
Registration is open for the 2025/2026 AND 2026/2027 school year. SPACES ARE LIMITED.
Port Angeles Locations
Serving all 5-12 year olds enrolled in K-6th grade, in the Port Angeles area, including private school and home school students.
Dry Creek Elementary
Jefferson Elementary
*For those applying for subsidy through DCYF, please register by calling the front desk to waive registration fee, 360-452-9244.
Contact the YMCA front desk with questions, 360-452-9244.
TRANSPORTATION
- Transportation from Franklin and Hamilton Elementary may be arranged through the school district (Bus 16) to Jefferson Elementary.
- Transportation to Dry Creek Elementary may be available by arrangement with the YMCA, if space is available.
Jefferson County Locations
Serving all 5-12 year olds enrolled in K-6th grade, in the greater Port Townsend area, including private school and home school students.
Port Townsend (location TBD)
Chimacum Creek Primary
*For those applying for subsidy through DCYF, please register by calling the front desk to waive registration fee, 360-385-5811.
Contact the YMCA front desk with questions, 360-385-5811.
FREE Household Membership
Your membership will be good through the duration of the school year for which your child is enrolled in the After School Program.
For more information about Membership, click here.
Washington State Working Connections Child Care Subsidy Program
Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) helps eligible families pay for child care. When a family qualifies for child care subsidy benefits and chooses an eligible provider, the state pays a portion of the cost of child care. Parents may be responsible for a copayment to their provider each month. Read more online on the state website.
Please use the following Social Service Payment System numbers on your State application:
- Dry Creek Program - SSPS# 320709
- Salish Coast Program - SSPS#: 290587
ENROLLMENT QUESTIONS:
All email correspondence related to licensed child care enrollment or billing should be directed to enrollment@
YMCA Financial Support
At the Y, everyone belongs. We offer financial support for membership and programs so that no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Read more about our Financial Support opportunities here.