Garwood Family Center Y
Our Programs
In October 2012, we relocated to our new, larger facility at the former Washington School where we will have opportunities for learning and fun for kids ages 2 1/2-8th grade! Have you seen this new branch? Click here for a virtual tour!
PRESCHOOL AND FULL DAY
These programs offer a balanced blend of social interaction and self-discovery through free play, art, music and learning centers. Gym, music, outdoor activities and art are incorporated into each classroom's daily schedule.Year-round full day child care is available 2-5 days a week, 7:00AM-6:00PM, Monday-Friday for children ages 2½-5 years. Preschool is available for ages 3-4 years 8:45-11:15AM and 8:45AM-2:30PM.
2012/13 Preschool registration form
SCHOOL AGE
We provide an after school experience for students in grades K-5.
Program activities include sports, recreation, arts and crafts, homework time and much more.
The program is available 2, 3, 4 or 5 days a week beginning right after school until 6:00PM. Extended care is available 6:00-6:30PM. Before school care is available beginning at 7:00AM until the start of the school day.
2012/13 School Age registration form
KIDS CLUB DROP IN CHILD CARE
Are you looking for a safe, fun and stimulating environment while you run errands or just need a little “me” time? Drop-in is the perfect solution!
Each drop-in visit includes social interaction, free-play, art, music, group games, independent center time and physical activities to engage your child’s spirit, mind and body.
Our unique, dependable, and flexible program is for ages 2½ years-5th grade and is available for one hour or all day, 7:00AM-6:30PM, Monday-Friday. No commitment is required once your child is registered.
2012/13 Drop In registration form
Our printable Garwood Family Center Y brochure is available here.
Contact: Shannon McGillis at smcgillis@westfieldynj.org or 908-301-1616.
Summer Camp
This fun-filled camp meets in our air-conditioned Garwood Family Center Y and includes tons of outdoor fun! Activities include field games, playground time, sports, art projects, team-building, water games, cooking, recreational swim at the Main Y Facility, and a weekly trip or special event.
Explorer (entering K-5th grade) is available in weekly 3 or 5 day options, 8:30AM-4:30PM. Little Explorer (ages 3-5) is available in 3 or 5 day two-week sessions, 8:30AM-12:30PM.
Before Care is available 7:00AM-8:30AM. After Care is available 4:30-6:00PM.