PLAY. LAUGH. LEARN.

With so many demands on today's families, parents need all the support they can get. That's why we're here to help. The Y provides a safe place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We partner with you, reinforcing the values you teach at home. 

 

Adventure Club >

(County After School Care - Meridian & Nooksack School Districts)

This program provides a safe space after school for kids in the Nooksack and Meridian School Districts.

 

Child Watch >

(Drop-in Child Care - Bellingham YMCA Only)

YMCA Members can utilize Child Watch, while remaining in the facility (for ages 3 months-9 years, space is limited).

 

Early Learning >

(Downtown Bellingham & Barkley Early Learning Centers)

The goal of early childhood development programs is for children to be well prepared to enter school. Our programs are licensed by the Washington State Department of Health & Human Services.

 

School's Out Days >

(Full Day program when schools are on breaks)

The Y offers a variety of programs for teens (grades 6-8). From school's out days to Youth & Government and more!

 

Teen Programs >

(Jr. Counselor, Leaders-in-Training, Middle School Adventure Days, Youth & Government and Youth Institute)

The Y offers a variety of programs for teens (grades 6-8). From school's out days to Youth & Government and more!

 

Y's Kids Before & After School Care >

(Licensed Before & After School Program in Bellingham & Ferndale School Districts and Franklin Academy)

Designed with the needs of the family in mind, Y's Kids gives parents a safe, affordable and convenient child care program on which they can depend. This program provides a variety of activities that encourage, excite and enrich during those critical hours between home and school.