Youth Programming

Our Preschool and Youth Programs are designed to provide children with opportunities to develop new skills, engage in enrichment programs and activities, build positive relationships with their peers, and embark on creative adventures. We offer a wide variety of programs from Before and After Care clubs to day camps, and more.

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Preschool at Skaneateles Community Center

Youth Programs Testimonials

Preschool 2025-2026 School Year (Ages 2-4)

Preschool program is a half-day program from 9:00 am-11:45 am for children ages 2-4. (classrooms open at 8:55 am)

Our preschool program offers a comprehensive approach to early childhood education designed to foster movement, play, socialization, and age-appropriate development in a fun and engaging environment.

With a curriculum that integrates science, math, literacy, art, and music, our young learners are exposed to a diverse range of enriching activities that take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities including aquatics, ice skating rinks, gymnasiums, and outdoor spaces.

Through these experiences, we aim to enhance each student’s physical abilities, laying a strong foundation for their future academic success.

Members: $285/month

Non-members: $375/month

Registration Opens March 1 for Members and March 17 for Non-Members. Registration Packets are available at the Front Desk and Marketing Table.

Up-to-date physical and immunization records due at time of registration. No exceptions.

Financial Assistance is Available

For those registering on March 1, financial assistance forms will be available by February 17 and are due on February 24.

Questions? Please contact Sheila Card at Scard@skancc.com or 315-614-4289

The Skaneateles Community Center Before and After School Care is a dynamic childcare program that is licensed through the Office of Children and Families Services, serving children enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade.

The program is designed to provide the children with opportunities to participate in physical activities including swimming, ice skating, gymnasium time, and more. Enrichment art activities, group games, and free play are offered throughout the program.

The afternoon is filled with activities including homework time, snack, free play and indoor/outdoor activities.

Before School Care:

6:30 am-8:30 am school bus pickup

Member: $256/month 1st child; $246 2nd child

Non-member: $325 month 1st child; $315 2nd child

After School Care:

3:20 pm or 3:40 pm bus drop off-6:00pm

Member: $290/month 1st child; $280 2nd child

Non-member: $340/month; $330 2nd child

Before and After School Care:

Member: $427/month 1st child; $417 2nd child

Non-member: $527/month 1st child; $517 2nd child

Registration Opens March 1 for Members and March 17 for Non-Members. Registration Packets are available at the Front Desk and Marketing Table.

Up-to-date physical and immunization records due at time of registration. No exceptions.

Financial Assistance is Available

For those registering on March 1, financial assistance forms will be available by February 17 and are due on February 24.

Questions? Please contact Sheila Card at Scard@skancc.com or 315-614-4289

WEEKLY: JUNE 30 – AUGUST 29

AGES: 5 – 6, 7 – 8 & 9 – 12

Each week, camp will have a specific theme on which the activities will be based.

Activities to include, but not limited to: daily swim, weekly skate, indoor & outdoor play, art, science & stem activities and small-group games.

CAMP: MONDAY – FRIDAY, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

SCC MEMBERS: $245 PER WEEK | NON-MEMBERS: $270 PER WEEK

PRE-CAMP: MONDAY – FRIDAY, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM

SCC MEMBERS: $20 PER WEEK | NON-MEMBERS: $25 PER WEEK

POST-CAMP: MONDAY – FRIDAY, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

SCC MEMBERS: $20 PER WEEK | NON-MEMBERS: $25 PER WEEK

Registration Opens March 1 for Members and March 17 for Non-Members. Registration Packets are available at the Front Desk and Marketing Table.

Up-to-date physical and immunization records due at time of registration. No exceptions.

Financial Assistance is Available

For those registering on March 1, financial assistance forms will be available by February 17 and are due on February 24.

Questions? Please contact Sheila Card at Scard@skancc.com or 315-614-4289

WEEKLY: JUNE 30 – AUGUST 29

MONDAY – FRIDAY, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

AGES: 2 – 4, CAMPS AVAILABLE FOR EACH AGE GROUP

SCC MEMBERS: $195 PER WEEK | NON-MEMBERS: $220 PER WEEK

Pre-school camps are led by a dynamic staff who plan and implement activities that are engaging, exciting and fun for the children. Each week, camp has a specific theme on which the daily activities will be based. Activities to include, but not limited to: weekly swimming, indoor and outdoor play, art, science and stem activities.

Registration Opens March 1 for Members and March 17 for Non-Members. Registration Packets are available at the Front Desk and Marketing Table.

Up-to-date physical and immunization records due at time of registration. No exceptions.

Financial Assistance is Available

For those registering on March 1, financial assistance forms will be available by February 17 and are due on February 24.

Questions? Please contact Sheila Card at Scard@skancc.com or 315-614-4289 

Youth Program Staff

Sheila Card Bio Photo

Sheila Card

Program Director