Highlands Elementary
Y-Club Academy at Highlands Elementary provides safe, enriching before and after school care that helps kids learn, build friendships, and thrive while supporting working families.
ABOUT Y-CLUB ACADEMY AT HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SUPPORT FOR SCHOOL SUCCESS
Y-Club Academy at Highlands Elementary provides safe, enriching care for grades K-6, helping kids learn, build friendships, and thrive while supporting working families with reliable before school, after school, or both options.
Registration is open!
Ages: Pre-K 3-5; Full-Day Preschool 3-5
Days: Monday through Friday
Registration: Check the registration form for pricing.
Registration is available for full-time care before school, after school, or both. Part-time care is not available. Registration closes when a site reaches capacity. If a site’s capacity is reached, you may request to be added to the interest list by submitting a paper registration form. You must register by August 6, 2025, to be eligible for the first day of school. Your email receipt will serve as a registration confirmation. Minimum program enrollment numbers must be met for a program to occur.
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Full-Day YMCA Preschool
Our full-day preschool at Highlands Elementary provides a safe, fully licensed environment where kids ages 3-5 learn through play and structured activities. Educated staff build kindergarten readiness skills while reinforcing YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Nutritious snacks are provided daily.
Ages: 3-5
Days: Monday through Friday
Time: A.M. Session 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
School Year Pre-K
YMCA-supported Pre-K at Highlands Elementary complements Shawnee Mission School District programming with morning and afternoon session options for ages 3-5. Children practice early learning skills, routines, and social development in a nurturing classroom. Families can also add before and after-care to create a full day.
Ages: 3-5
Days: Monday through Friday
Times: A.M. session 8-11 a.m. | P.M. session 12:15-3:10 p.m.
Before and After Care
Before and after school care at Highlands Elementary helps families cover the full school day with dependable supervision and engaging activities. Kids build friendships, practice responsibility, and stay active through games and creative play. Morning and afternoon care options support working schedules and school-year routines.
Days: Monday through Friday
Times: A.M. Session 7-8 a.m. | P.M. Session 3:15-6 p.m.
Preschool Camp
Learning continues in the summer with Preschool Camp for ages 3-5. Weekly themes keep kids engaged through hands-on activities, movement, and creative play in small age-based groups. Camp emphasizes friendships, confidence, and the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
PARENT RESOURCES EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET STARTED
No School Days
Need care when school is out? Select YMCA sites offer No School Days during breaks, conference days, and other school closures.
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Emergency Information Packet
All participants must bring a completed Emergency Information Packet on the first day, including required waivers and licensing forms.
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