33 Hawley Street, Northampton MA (413) 387-6464
Before & After School
The Universal Kids School Age Child Care Program is licensed by
the Massachusetts Department of Early
Education & Care (EEC) and is for children between the ages of 5 and
13.
The Before School Program is held Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until the start of school. The After School Program is held Monday through Friday from the close of school until 6:00 p.m. Transportation is provided to and from Leeds Elementary School, Ryan Road School and Jackson Street School. Supervised walks are provided from Bridge Street School.
We always strive for the highest quality of care by having at least one (1) staff member for every thirteen (13) children. Each member of our staff brings a special quality and experience to our program. They receive ongoing training throughout the year and are FIRST AID and CPR Certified.
Our program offers activities that are educational and fun while exposing children to a variety of experiences. Our program provides both structured and free play time while setting aside time for children who may have homework. The staff is always available to answer questions and to help children through the parts they may have difficulty with.
Summer Program
The Universal Kids Summer Recreational Program is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) and is for children between the ages of 5 and 13. The Program is held Monday through Friday from 7:30am-6:00pm.
Universal Kids serves a healthy morning snack and a healthy afternoon snack which is included with tuition. Children have the choice of either bringing lunch or purchasing lunch from Universal Kids.
We always strive for the highest quality of care by having at least one staff member for every thirteen children. Each member of our staff brings a special quality and experience to our program. They receive ongoing training through out the year and are First Aid and CPR certified.
Our program offers activities that are educational and fun, exposing children to a variety of experiences.
Universal Kids provides enriching summer experiences for young people and families. Memories of the friendships developed during cooperative activities last a lifetime. And the satisfaction of newly acquired skills and personal growth provides each young person with a solid foundation of self-confidence and optimism.
Universal Kids encourages and promotes activities that allow children to work together in small groups and face challenging activities as a unit, relying on each other to successfully complete activities, initiatives and challenges. Communication, conflict resolution, motivation, goal setting, and leadership development all build from team experiences.
Our weekly themed sessions are from 7:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and include a healthy morning and afternoon snack which is included with tuition. Children enrolled in our program have the choice of bringing lunch or purchasing lunch from Universal Kids.
Upcoming Summer Schedule
If you decide to enroll your child in our program, we require a $25 nonrefundable registration fee and the equivalent of one (1) weeks tuition in order to secure a spot for your child. This fee includes a Universal Kids T-shirt for field trips. Each child is assigned a locker and cubbies. Field Trip shirts are required to remain on premises until the end of your child's enrollment date.
| JULY 2010 | ||||
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Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
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2 (Mini Golf)
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27 (Flag Football)
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28
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29 (Nature Trail)
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30
TEAM
CHALLENGE
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| AUGUST 2010 | ||||
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Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
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2
PARENT
APPRECIATION
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3
OLD
STURBRIDGE VILLAGE |
4
DAR
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5 (Bird watching) |
6
TEAM
CHALLENGE
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9 (Treasure Hunt) |
10
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11
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12
PLAYGROUND
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13
TEAM
CHALLENGE
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16
EGG/
SPOON CHALLENGE
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17
NONOTUCK PARK
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18
BERKSHIRE SCENIC RAILWAY
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19
TEAM CHALLENGE
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20
HADLEY FARM MUSEUM
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23
WATER CHALLENGE
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24 ZOO |
25
QUABBIN
(Animal Tracks)
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26
NONOTUCK PARK
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27
TEAM
CHALLENGE
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30
WATER CHALLENGE
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31
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September 1st, 2nd, and 3rd are FINAL TEAM CHALLENGES. There will be a Pizza & Ice Cream party on September 3rd to celebrate the last day of Summer Recreation. |
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Voucher recipients must attach voucher to registration form. Program tuition is $200 per week due on the previous Thursday for the following week or $695 for four (4) weeks paid monthly in advance.
Hours of Operation
- Open to the General Public Saturdays and Sundays; 9:00am until 6:00 pm from Labor Day through Memorial Day.
- ALWAYS OPEN FOR SCHEDULED UKIDS NITE OUTS!
- Drop in Child care for current Universal Health and Fitness members is Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 am until noon.
- Universal Kids School Age program will be open normal business hours even when Universal Kids is not open to the General Public.