Learn, Grow, and Thrive with the Y

The Y is proud to partner with the Meridian School District to provide high-quality, active learning opportunities designed to engage and expand young minds. Through our Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) program, we provide a safe, caring, and fun environment where kids can participate in active play, arts, STEM, and other hands-on learning activities.

Before and After-School Enrichment

BASE is a school-year program that runs from September through June. Families attending Ferndale School District sites are offered their choice of before school, after school, or both. 

Locations

  • Irene Reither Elementary

Programs

  • General BASE programming runs Monday through Friday, before and after school.

Registration

Registration for the 2026-27 school year will open as follows:

  • TBA

Find the Info You Need to Know

Learn more about Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) hours, financial assistance, and fees below.

Registration for the 2026-27 school year will open as follows:

  • TBA

Please contact our registrar to be added to a waitlist. 

Cost reflects the hours that kids are in the program, may vary by district and school, and may be adjusted once the school district finalizes school schedules and bell times.

  • Info

The Y is committed to ensuring all families access quality and enriching programs. We accept Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) and other subsidies at many locations. In addition, the Y provides financial assistance and will work with you to find a tuition amount that works within your family’s budget.

Please complete this form to learn more about financial assistance. Once the form is received, our staff will contact you within three business days.

Please email our Registrar at registrar@whatcomymca.org 

Answer

Yes

Policy

Please read our full inclement weather policy.

We offer full-day programs during winter break, spring break, and some other non-school days.

Please email our Registrar at registrar@whatcomymca.org 

In the Meridian School District, the Y serves kindergarten through fifth-grade kids. They must be five years old by the first day of the program.  

In most instances, our partner schools prefer that the BASE program be limited to kids who attend their school. If you have specific questions, please contact us at registrar@whatcomymca.org