Children's Learning Academy

Contact Information: Stacey Pence, Director of Childcare, spence@ywcahanover.org, 717.637.2125

Childcare Programs

12 to 24 months

Teachers provide a loving, nurturing, and safe environment for toddlers to learn and grow at their own pace. Your child’s teacher is the primary caregiver who focuses on your child’s needs and developmental achievements. Communication with the parents is ongoing, as well as during scheduled conference times throughout the year.

2 to 3 years old

A warm and caring environment that promotes each child’s development. We incorporate learning through creative play, arts
and crafts, singing and movement, dramatic play, and fine motor activities. Lessons plans are based on the PA Early Learning Standards and Teaching Strategies Gold.

3 to 4 years old

Offers a nurturing environment where children can play, work and learn. The children are provided opportunities to explore and cooperate with their classmates, while enjoying a diverse assortment of developmentally appropriate activities. Our classroom offers academic pre-readiness skills and learning experiences in a variety of areas.

4 to 5 years old

Serves as a bridge between your child’s home and their first year in Kindergarten. The teacher focuses on appreciating each child‘s social, emotional, and cognitive stage of development. Integrated experiences in literacy and numeracy are intentionally planned to ensure children reach their full potential in academic and interpersonal areas.

Meals and Snacks

Breakfast – 8:00 Am
Lunch – 11:30 AM
Afternoon Snack – 3:00 PM

CLA Fees

Toddler 1 $245 weekly
Toddler 2 $240 weekly
Preschool $230 weekly
Pre K $230 weekly
Part-time $157 weekly

No registration fee.
Limited financial assistance is available.

School Age Programs

Before and After School

Grades K through 6

Serving Hanover and South Western School Districts

Students are transported in YWCA vans to school in the morning and from school in the afternoon to YWCA Hanover. Activities available include dramatic play, writing and reading, art and design center, interactive games, and physical activities in the gym.

Spots are limited. Please call 717-637-2125 for availability.

Days Off School

YWCA Hanover’s Days Off program is available when schools are closed in the Hanover and South Western school districts This program is available for children in grades K – 6; it’s free for current SALA students and $50/day for other registrants.

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided on these days. The program runs 6 am to 6 pm or until we close in case of inclement weather.

Students from all school districts and parochial schools may enroll, even if they are not registered in YWCA Hanover’s SALA program. Pre-registration is required for these students.