Summer Days 2024
Summer Days are on their way, and we’ve got a lot of fun field trips, weekly themes, projects, and activities planned that we can’t wait to experience with your family! Come capture the sunshine and positive vibes to help you shine through the summer!
Must register one week in advance of the week(s) your child will be attending.
Financial Assistance Options
Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Vouchers
AYS accepts CCDF vouchers and recommends that families who meet the guidelines for CCDF vouchers, apply. Click here for information on the voucher application process.
AYS Financial Assistance*
AYS provides limited financial assistance to families who are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, and uses the FSSA Child Care Income Eligibility Determination & Fee Schedule to determine assistance eligibility. As you complete your childβs enrollment application, you will have the option to submit a financial assistance application.
*Families are required to apply for CCDF vouchers before applying for AYS financial assistance.
Dates | Hours | Weekly Price Per Child |
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June 3 – July 12* | 7:00am – 6:00pm | $200 |
Summer Days Camp Sites
(click below for site-specific info)
Decatur Township
Indianapolis Public Schools
Plainfield
Washington Township
*AYS will be closed on June 19 for Juneteenth and July 4 for Independence Day.*
Things to Know
What to Bring
Summer Weekly Themes
- June 3-7 – Superhero π¦ΈββοΈ
- June 10-14 – Olympics π
- June 17-21 – Animal Safari π
- June 24-28 – Blast Off π
- July 1-5 – Fun in the Sun π
- July 8-12 – Carnival π‘
Summer Camp Activities
- Field trips
- Active games
- STEM activities
- Hands-on projects
- Literacy/reading time
- Free play with friends
Our Focus Areas
- Health
- Literacy
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
- Social Enrichment
Summer Camp Goals
- Make new friends
- Learn through active and engaging experiences
- Increase physical fitness
- Have fun in a safe and healthy environment
Summer Camp Activity Schedule
β Independent Time
β Small Group Time/Social Enrichment
β Morning Snack
β Group Activities
β Lunch Break
β Physical and/or Outdoor Activities
β Enrichment Programming – Writing, Art, Phonics, Science, Social Studies, Music
β Afternoon Snack
β Enrichment Activities – Outdoor Time, Physical Fitness, and Games
Highly-Trained Staff
AYS hires staff who have experience and a passion for kids, and complete a drug test, TB test, and several criminal background checks. Staff also receive training in First Aid, CPR, child development, conflict resolution, team building, and safety to ensure your child has a great experience.
AYS reserves the right to cancel any program if minimum enrollment is not reached.
A wait list will be applied to any program that reaches capacity.