Homework help program and preschool · Whittier
YMCA of Greater Whittier
15740 E. Starbuck Street, Whittier
Before and after school care
Licensed school-age childcare run by the YMCA of Greater Whittier for kindergarten through 8th grade, with before- and after-school care. The program includes a Creative Curriculum, a healthy breakfast and afternoon snack, STEM activities, homework assistance and support, and a non-school-day program. Financial assistance is offered. The East Whittier branch is on the Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center vendor list, so families with that regional center can ask about regional center funding. The YMCA's published 2025-2026 before and after school rates for grades K-8 are $165 a week for 5 days, $135 for 3 days and $95 for 2 days, plus a $100 registration fee. Registration is by downloading a packet from the branch or signing up in person. Transportation may be limited. Any child is welcome at the branch locations.
- Every school day,
- 5 days a week, before and after school, grades K-8; 3 days $135, 2 days $95; $100 registration fee.
- Financial aid or scholarships available
East Whittier YMCA Family Center Preschool
The East Whittier YMCA Family Center Preschool at 15740 E. Starbuck Street runs the Early Learners preschool for children ages 2 to 5. The state has licensed the site for 104 children.The program runs year-round. Full-time care is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and a part-time option runs 8:00 a.m. to noon. Families can choose five, three or two days a week, or part-time. Member rates are $215 a week for five days, $155 for three and $140 for two; non-member rates are $275, $210 and $185. New and returning families pay a $100 registration fee. Preschool days include theme-based learning centers, school readiness work, arts and crafts, music and movement, cooking and physical activities, and healthy meals and snacks are included.
- A childcare center
- Licensed for 104 children
- State license 191571456
- Open Weekdays 6:30am–6:30pm
- Schedules: Full day; Two or three days a week; Year-round, summers too
- Five days a week: $215 for YMCA members, $275 for non-members. Three days $155 or $210; two days $140 or $185. $100 registration fee.
About YMCA of Greater Whittier
The YMCA of Greater Whittier runs family centers and childcare programs in Whittier. Its Early Learners program covers infant and toddler care from six weeks to two years and preschool for ages two to five, with full-time and part-time options. The East Whittier center at 15740 E. Starbuck Street holds state license 191571456 for its preschool.
- Vendored with Eastern Los Angeles Regional Center
- Licensed school age child care
Where and how to reach them
15740 E. Starbuck StreetWhittier, CA 90603
Details from ymcawhittier.org, checked October 9, 2026. Prices, dates and spaces change: check with YMCA of Greater Whittier before you sign up. Something wrong or missing? Write to hello@summerground.com.