All family childcare providers are licensed by the State of CT to watch up to 3 school age children, excluding their own, before/after school or during vacation days.
Not all of them offer before or after school care.
Contact them directly, they are listed in the Town Resources - Family Child Care Homes section.
Web Site: http://www.southingtonearlychildhood.org/resourcecat/home-daycares/
Licensed for age 6 weeks to 10 years.
Full-time childcare
Part-time nursery school: M/W/F for four year olds and Tu/Th for three year olds
Summer program for school age children, sign up on a weekly basis. The day camp option runs from 9 am to 2 pm, the full day option runs from 7 am to 5:30 pm.
Before & After School Care for Strong Elementary, which has bus transportation to/from the center, and for Oshana (formerly Plantsville) Elementary which is adjacent to the property and staff walk the children across the playground to/from school.
"Bright Beginnings has been providing quality childcare services for the town of Southington and the surrounding area for over 30 years. Our longstanding relationship with the community has been built on trust and a steadfast commitment to providing a safe, supportive and educational environment for every child that walks through our doors. At Bright Beginnings, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children. Our unique programs incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning. Now under new ownership, come see some of the exciting changes we are making! To find out more about us, feel free to stop by our center or reach out by phone or email."
185 West Main St
Plantsville, CT 06479
Phone: 860-621-9770
Web Site: https://www.brightbeginningsct.org/
UPDATE: The eligibility income guidelines increased from 50% to 60% of the State Median Income as of July 1, 2021.
Care 4 Kids helps low to moderate income families in Connecticut pay for child care costs. This program is sponsored by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood.
Several childcare centers and camps in Southington accept the Care 4 Kids subsidy. They are identified in the ECCS Resources listing or call 211 to identify participating providers.
To participate in the program, there are certain eligibility requirements for parents, children and child care providers.
Families must:
- live in Connecticut;
- be working or attending a temporary family cash assistance (Jobs First) approved education or training activity; and
- meet the program’s income requirements.
Children must:
- live in Connecticut; and
- be under age 13, or if the child has special needs, be under age 19.
Providers must:
- be licensed by the CT Office of Early Childhood (unless exempt from licensing); or
- be a relative, like a grandparent; or
- take care of the child in the child’s home.
Phone: 1-888-214-KIDS (5437)
Web Site: http://www.ctcare4kids.com
An initiative of the Connecticut Network for Children and Youth, Inc.
The CT After School Network provides communication about after school issues through avenues such as; a quarterly newsletter, website, regional workshops and conferences. They also provide access to training, technical assistance, professional development for after school professionals and a comprehensive resource library.
The CT After School Network advocates for additional state and federal investment in after school programs by communicating with policy makers about how after school programs serve young people and our communities. They also advocate for families and communities by listening to communities needs in towns and cities across the state by raising public awareness about the importance of after school programs.
Connect new and existing after school networks at all levels: local, regional, state and national. Connect after school programs and providers to training, research, curriculum and best practice resources.
75 Charter Oak Avenue, Bld. 2, Suite 2-101
Hartford,
Phone: (203) 483-1846
Web Site: https://ctafterschoolnetwork.org/
Leadership Martial Arts offers martial arts classes, an exciting and safe Summer Camp and an after-school program specializing in unique fun games designed to motivate and challenge children ages 5-12.
Campers will get to enjoy dodge ball, Ninja Warrior courses, NERF Battles, arts & crafts, and Martial Arts lessons in a huge 7,000 air-conditioned indoor space as well as play outdoor sports such as kickball, catch, and water balloon fun in our large fields. 8 Weeks of camp are offered with hours as early as 7:30 am - 5:30 pm being offered. Each week offers a unique theme as its focus with discounts available for enrolling for multiple weeks.
The after-school Enrichment Program is fun and offers a ton of variety. Kids are active and participating in fun drills and specialty training. Located in the South End School District with a school bus stop. Free Transportation for every other elementary school in Southington.
Check out all of these exciting activities that are included in your membership at no extra charge;
Martial Arts!
Dance and Tumbling!
Indoor team games!
Leadership Training!
Outdoor Sports!
Arts & Crafts!
Ninja Equipment and Monkey Bars!
Homework and Reading Time Done By Pick Up!
A Decked Out KID CAVE For Tons Of Fun!
971 Meriden Waterbury Tpke
Plantsville,
Phone: (860) 426-3198
Web Site: http://www.leadershipmartialartsct.com/
Before and after school care for grades K-8 is offered for every public school in Southington. At some schools the program is held on-site, the rest are bused to/from the YMCA. They accept the Care4Kids childcare subsidy.
For children in grades K-8. Choose M-F, MWF or TTH.
BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
6:30 AM until bus pickup/when school begins
Locations:
Derynoski
Kelley (for Kelley and South End students)
Y-Site (at the Main Y): Flanders, Hatton, Oshana, Strong, Thalberg, Club Y students.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
From when school lets out until 5:30PM*
*Extended care until 6PM for an additional cost.
Program Activities: Homework Club, Arts & Crafts, Table Top Games, Science Projects, and Indoor and Outdoor Group Games!
Locations:
Derynoski
Flanders
Kelley
Hatton
Oshana
Strong
Thalberg
Club-Y (at the Main Y): For Middle School students (Grades 6-8)
Emily Snow
Childcare Registrar
860-426-9545
Esnow@sccymca.org
Web Site: https://www.sccymca.org/after-school-programs
"St Luke Catholic School is a Christ centered, nurturing learning community that fosters Catholic faith based values in our students while achieving academic excellence."
NEASC Accredited, PreK 3 through Grade 8. Registration happens through the spring.
3 and 4-year-old students in the half-day program are in school from 8-11:30 pm and full-day students are in school from 8-2 pm with lunch and rest time. Parents can choose 2-5 days a week with half or full-day options. Children should turn 3 before December 1st of the year enrolled. Students can register to start kindergarten before they turn 5. Before and Aftercare is also available when needed. The Pre-4 program successfully prepares children for a smooth transition to kindergarten.
Students wear school uniforms.
St. Luke Catholic School is a Christ-centered, nurturing learning community that fosters Catholic faith-based values in our students while achieving academic excellence. Students of all races, ethnicities, and religions are welcomed at St. Luke Catholic School and admission is offered to all qualified applicants whose needs can be fully met by the school. Contact them to arrange a tour.
Previously Southington Catholic School.
133 Bristol St
Southington, Connecticut 06489
Phone: 860-628-2485
Web Site: https://school.stlukect.org/
Southington location licensed for age 6 weeks to 9 years old.
Before and after school care provided. Located in Thalberg district. Transportation to other schools based on enrollment, first come, first served.
Additional locations including Rocky Hill, Glastonbury and Meriden.
The Care4Kids childcare subsidy is accepted.
1348 West St
Southington, CT 06489
Phone: 860-276-1031
Web Site: http://www.storkclubs.com/
