Northern Lehigh School District Before and After School Care
7:00 AM to start of school & end of school to 6PM
Facility Hours
| Mon - Fri | 7:00 AM to start of school & end of school to 6PM |
| Sat - Sun | Closed |
River Crossing YMCA offers before and after school care for children through 5th grade in Northern Lehigh School District, with activities that support cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development based on PA Early Learning Standards. Students enjoy healthy snacks, dedicated homework time, and meaningful social and emotional connections with friends and caring staff.Through exciting hands-on activities, including STEM exploration, creative arts, fitness, and collaborative play, children build confidence, curiosity, and essential life skills. Our program is aligned with Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards and supports growth in seven key areas: Literacy, Science, Math & Problem Solving, Arts, Social Competence, Fitness & Nutrition, and Technology. We create a dynamic learning environment that sparks imagination, encourages discovery, and supports the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of every child—because learning should be as fun as it is meaningful!
Programs provided on-site at the following Northern Lehigh School District sites:
• Peters Elementary
Program Offerings
Before & After School Care
On-site before and after school care includes youth programs, snacks, homework time, and physical activity.
7 AM to start of school
End of school day to 6PM
All-Inclusive Care
All-Inclusive Care covers before and after school, half days, and most full days off for one monthly price.
Day Off School Camp
Kids enjoy a fun day of traditional camp activities including art, music, sports, games and swimming during a scheduled day off from school.
2026/2027 Monthly Rates
We offer convenient monthly rates for before and after school child care, providing quality care at an affordable cost for your family. Financial Assistance is available.
| Days per Week | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before Care 7 AM- start of school | $175 | $236 | $307 | $368 |
| After Care End of school - 6 PM | $232 | $311 | $405 | $489 |
| All-Inclusive Care | $401 | $466 | $607 | $725 |
Non-refundable registration fee: $100 ($75 when you register before August 1, 2026)
ELRC accepted
About the Curriculum
The curriculum follows Creative Curriculum Early Learning Standards and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) supporting growth and development of youth in seven key learning areas: Literacy, Science, Math/Problem Solving, Arts, Social Competence, Fitness/Nutrition, and Technology. This curriculum supports a unique learning environment that stimulates a child's curiosity while reinforcing essential academic standards.