Make the Most of Days off of School
There is no better way to spend a school break day than with the YMCA! We make the most of time off from school by packing days full of fun camp activities for kids in kindergarten to fifth grade, including arts and crafts, group games, active play, and STEM projects. The Y’s School Break Camps are designed to keep kids engaged and having fun while learning and spending time with friends old and new.
We offer a full-day camp on many no-school and break days. Program offerings vary by school district and are open to YMCA Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) participants, Y members, and the community.
2025-26 Break Camp registration is open now!
Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) participants enrolled in full-time care have the following days included in their tuition:
- Full-Time Before and After-School Care: 10 Days
- Full-Time After-School Care (select locations in Seattle Public Schools): 10 Days*
- Full-Time Before-School Care: 5 Days
- Full-Time After-School Care: 5 Days
Registration is required to reserve the days that you need care.
Break Camp
We offer a full-day camp on many no-school and break days, including Winter Break, Mid-Winter Break, Spring Break, and Teacher In-Service Days. Program offerings vary by school district.
Register
Online registration will open on October 3 at 6:00 am for the entire school year. Registration closes two Sundays before the day of care. For example, for care on Monday, November 24, registration closes on Sunday, November 16.
Change or Cancel
To change or cancel your Break Camp enrollment, you must provide notice via this form. Please read our program cancellation policy here.
Fees and Payments
- The daily charge for Break Camp is $60 for BASE participants or $75 for the community.
- Fees will be posted to the payment method on file on Monday, one week before the day of care. For example, for care on Monday, November 24, payments will run on Monday, November 17.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the hours of school break camp?
What locations will you offer Break Camp at?
My child is currently enrolled in BASE, is Break Camp included in my tuition?
When does registration open and close?
Can I enroll in a Break Camp if I am not enrolled in BASE?
Can my child attend the camp if they are not enrolled at the host school?
I received a message saying, "Our system is very busy..." when trying to register. What does this mean?
Do you offer financial aid?
Do I need to fill out any additional forms or waivers for Break Camp?
Does Break Camp include lunch or snacks?
What is your inclement weather policy?
Who can I contact with registration questions?
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