Kids Club accepts childcare subsidies!

We provide scholarships for families after they have applied for their subsidy and have in written form that they were not accepted.

Subsidies

Washington State Department of Children, Youth, & Families
Find out more about DCYF at https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/early-learning-providers/subsidy

City of Seattle Subsidy (Human Services Department)
Find out more about this subsidy at  https://www.seattle.gov/education/for-parents/child-care-and-preschool/child-care-assistance-program

Best Starts for Kids Child Care Subsidy Find out more about this subsidy at https://airtable.com/shrP4TD83Ds7JQNbZ

Please take a look at our Family Handbook!

FAQs

• Q: How old does my child need to be to attend Kids Club?
• A: Your child must be between the ages of 5years, 0 months to 12 years, 11 months and be enrolled in kindergarten or further. We do not take children who are still attending preschool. Your child may attend our summer camp program starting in July after their last day of preschool in June, as long as they have turned 5 years of age by the time they attend.

• Q: When is tuition due?
• A: Tuition is due the first of the month. Payments made after the 5th of the month will be charged a $20.00 late fee.

• Q: Does Kids Club accept childcare subsidies or provide scholarships?
• A: Yes. Parents are required to apply for their subsidy (please see the links at the top of this webpage). The child(ren) cannot attend the childcare program until the Executive Director is notified in writing from the agency that the parent/guardian has been accepted. If a family does not qualify for subsidy, or needs additional support, Kids Club offers a scholarship program to families who meet our qualification guidelines. Please contact the Executive Director for a copy of the scholarship application and guidelines.

• Q: How do I make a schedule change?
• A: Parents who wish to change their child’s days of enrollment at Kids Club, must submit a request in writing two weeks in advance of the proposed change.

• Q: How do I withdraw my child(ren) from Kids Club?
• A one month written notice is required when withdrawing a child for any reason. If the proper notice is given, any prepaid tuition will be refunded within thirty days of the withdrawal.

• Q: What do I need to know about drop-off and pick-up?
• A: Please bring your child to our front door for drop-off. We are located behind the main Stevens school building by the basketball court. For pick up, please come check in at our office and we will call for your child. You can also call our office at 206-523-6351 when you arrive and we will meet you outside our front door.

• Q: What do I need to know about early release days?
• A: Kids’ Club will provide care to those normally enrolled for Wednesday PM care on all early release days. If you would like to have your child who is not usually enrolled on Wednesdays drop-in for an early release day, the cost of care is $45.

• Q: Can I bring my pets to Kids Club?
• A: Stevens Elementary doesn’t allow pets on the playground, and KC is following their rules, so no pets at KC. Thanks for understanding.

• Q: Do I need to let you know if my child is going to be absent from Kids Club?
• A: Yes. A fee of $25.00 is charged if parents/guardians do not notify Kids’ Club staff that their child will be absent from the afternoon program.

• Q: Are you closed if it snows?
• A: Kids Club After School Program follows Seattle Schools (SPS) closures and late starts due to weather. If SPS is on a delayed start, then Kids Club’s morning program will be closed. If SPS is closed for the day, then Kids Club will be closed for the day. If SPS closes early due to weather or any other reason, then Kids Club’s afternoon program will be closed.

Other Resources!

Homeless Outreach:

Seattle Homeless Outreach (SHO) serves neighborhoods within both Seattle and Tacoma where there is a great need for services.

SHO seeks to meet our clients where they are, without expectation or judgment, and provide basic survival supplies including food, water, sleeping bags, tents, clothing, and bus tickets. But more importantly, we provide a human connection to our homeless neighbors. SHO builds relationships with our homeless neighbors and with social service providers in the Seattle area so that we can connect people with services they need.

Domestic Violence Support: If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence, it is important to get connected with an advocate who can provide support, referrals, and provide you with available services.

Seattle Children’s Services: Seattle Children’s is making a long-term commitment to mental and behavioral health care as a critical part of child health. This includes resources and referrals for Seattle Children’s Autism Center and Outpatient Behavioral Health Program as well as their Gender Clinic and more.

Additional services for “neurodivergent youth”: Aspiring Youth has worked with Kids Club Afterschool in supporting professional development needs. They may be able to provide services to you too!

ASPIRING YOUTH SERVE STUDENTS AGES 8 – 18 THROUGHOUT THE PUGET SOUND REGION INCLUDING SEATTLE, BOTHELL, BELLEVUE AND KIRKLAND.

By creating trust and connection, we help our students as they navigate their social world. Some of our students are shy, some are quirky and some are twice exceptional. Many have a diagnosis of autism, ADHD, learning disabilities or similar traits.

Offer social skills groups, summer camps, as well as family, child, and professional coaching.

Families of Color Seattle:

Families Of Color Seattle (FOCS) is a non-profit organization that is connecting parents to build a loving community of families of color. Our mission is to build a strong community by supporting families of color through parenting programs, resource sharing and fostering meaningful connections. FOCS Programs include Parent Groups, cultural arts and community events. FOCS also specializes in community dialogues, race and equity workshops and consulting on FOC engagement and anti-bias education. We equip parents and educators with tools to talk with children on identity, racism, inclusion & equity, and trauma informed practices. 

Parent Groups: Are you expecting or have children? Looking to meet other progressive families of color? Want to engage in a social justice community working on dismantling racism and inequity? Join one of our Parent Groups: Newborns South/ Newborns North/Toddlers and Waddlers/ Black Moms / Native Moms/ Children with Disabilities / Couples / LGBTQ (QTFOCS) / Multiracial and Mixed-Race Families / Single Moms of Color/ Transracial Adoptive and Foster Care Families/ Growing Families/ Working Moms/ Dads Groups… and more to come!