Helps to improve classroom readiness of students by addressing issues contributing to chronic absenteeism and the incidence of risky behaviors of high school aged youth. Provides school-based support services, monthly family nights, lunch and learn activities, and Ollin and Xochikalli: leadership and character development afterschool programs.

Provides out of school programming for youth ages 5-11 at two locations: Jane Boyd Community House and Johnson Steam Academy Magnet School. Offers help with homework, tutoring, recreational activities, and positive social interactions. Achievement Academy programs are licensed childcare centers and enrollment includes a sliding scale fee based on family income. Block grant is also accepted.

After-school programming promoting developmentally appropriate activities.

Offers after school programs, swimming and gymnastics instruction, youth sports, teen programs, day and summer camps, and a variety of recreational experiences for all ages.

Provides an after-school club program. To be added to the after-hour or summer program at the Ames Club must email [email protected]. To be added to the after-hour or summer program at the Nevada Club email [email protected].

Offers before and After School Programs (BASP) provide a variety of recreational games, arts and crafts, homework time, and recess at the park.

Offers extended child care before and after school for school aged children and summer adventure programs

Recreational facilities include a fitness center, aquatics center, and sports fields and courts. Youth sports programs and classes are also offered, including swim lessons.

Private, non-profit organization providing early childcare and education services for infants, toddlers, and pre-school age children year-round. Before and after school care kindergarten through 5th grade with full day care provided during summer vacations.

Infant Program (Cuddly Cubs) 12 children from six weeks up to 24 months old. There are four full-time teachers in this group with each teacher providing primary care for four babies.

Toddler/2's (Hoppin' Kangaroos) 16 children from 18 months up to 3 years old. There are four full-time teachers in this room with teachers providing primary care for the children.

UCC provides two preschool programs for children from 3 to 5 years old to fit the needs of families. Enrollment is maintained at 16 children in each room.

The Jumpin' Monkey's 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday, year around for children of ISU student, staff and faculty parents.

The Tumblin' Tigers 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, year around children of ISU student, staff and faculty parents. This program is also a community site of the Ames Public School District's State-Wide Voluntary Preschool program for 4-year-old children.
The School Age before and after public school for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Summer Camp is available for 21 children June - August.

Provides early childhood education and summer camp opportunities for children. Y-Tots Preschool has morning and afternoon classes for children ages 3-4. Lovett Child development center offers full time and part time childcare for children ages 2-Pre-K. Before school and after school adventure club provides childcare and activities for school-aged children. Summer day camp is offered full time and part time for school aged children.

Provides after-school programing which includes homework tutoring, physical activities and expanded learning opportunities.

Offers a before and after school care program for children grades K-8. Children can participate in physical, educational, and imaginative activities that may encourage them to explore who they are and what they can achieve. Families may choose membership plans offering care services from 1-2 or 3-5 days per week.

Offers child care, preschool, before/after school, school days out, and summer programs, as well as Early Head Start.

All children six weeks to 12 years old are eligible, depending on space available; financial assistance is available to those who qualify through. Language support is available for those whose first language is not English.

Child care for children ages 6 weeks-12 years. Preschool classes are available for children ages 3-4 and 4-5. Also offers a school age activity program.