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River Crossing YMCA provides school age child care for children Kindergarten through the 7th grade before and after school in Pen Argyl, PA. Supported by an understanding of children's learning styles and interests, our program is designed to provide activities that enhance cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. 

The curriculum follows PA Early Learning Standards supporting growth and development of youth in key learning areas: Literacy, Science, Math/Problem Solving, Arts, Social Competence, and Fitness/Nutrition. This curriculum supports a unique learning environment that stimulates a child's curiosity while reinforcing essential academic standards.

Location: 
Slate Belt Branch
315 W. Pennsylvania Avenue
Pen Argyl, PA 18072

Bused to and from the following Pen Argyl School District schools: 

• Plainfield Elementary
• Wind Gap Middle School
• Faith Christian School 

Questions? Email us: Slatebeltchilddevelopment@ymcarivercrossing.org

Register Online   Parent Handbook

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Before & After School Care

Before and after school care includes youth programs, healthy snacks, homework time and physical activity.

Before care- 6:00AM to start of school
After care- end of school day to 6PM  

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All-Inclusive Care in Lehigh Valley Region

All-Inclusive Care in the Lehigh Valley Region (LVR) differs from all-inclusive care in Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. LVR All-Inclusive Care covers half days from school and delayed starts to school. Holiday care or camp can be purchased separately on an as needed basis.

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Day Off School Camp

Day Off School Camp is available to existing families for an additional charge of $55 per day. Please contact your director for more information. 

2025-2026 Monthly Rates 

Financial Assistance is available. 

 5 days per week   
Before Care Only
6:00 AM- start of school
 $282.00 
 
After Care Only
End of school - 6 PM
End of school - 6 PM (includes early dismissal days)
 $445.00 
 
Before and After Care
6:00 AM-start of school
End of school-6PM (includes early dismissal days)
 $650.00 
 

Non-refundable registration fee: $40
ELRC accepted

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