Office on Youth School Age Child Care Program Now Enrolling for the Upcoming School Year
By: Orange County Communications Department
The Orange County School Age Child Care (OCSACC) program has offered affordable before and afterschool childcare (as well as a summer program) since 1993. Begun under the authority of Parks & Recreation, the program is now operated by the Office on Youth. To serve as many residents as possible, four (4) sites are currently available. They are housed in Gordon - Barbour Elementary School, Lightfoot Elementary School, Locust Grove Primary School, and Orange Elementary School. Programs are licensed by the Virginia Department of Education. To enroll, students must be eligible to attend primary school, beginning the summer prior to their starting kindergarten. Eligibility continues through age 12. Children do not need to be enrolled in Orange County Public Schools or be a resident of Orange County to attend. The program is conducted on a non - discriminatory basis without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, or disability.
Summer programs at the sites are currently ongoing and registration availability is limited. However, parents should keep the option in mind for next year. During the summer, enrolled children enjoy fun activities and field trips (see page 21), as well as educational programming to avoid “ summer slide. ”
While summer is well underway, it is currently time to consider enrolling for the upcoming school year. To accommodate most parents ’ schedules, two (2) enrollment options are available: full - time and drop - in. Full time enrollment expects that the child will attend every weekday, and parents will be charged a set fee. Drop - in status allows more flexibility for a higher per - day rate. Either status can be applied to mornings - only, afternoons - only, or full - day options. All sites open at 6:30 a.m. for morning care and remain open until at least 6:00 p.m. for afternoons (some sites stay open until 6:30 p.m.). View the OCSACC fee schedule for pricing details. Discounts are available for Orange County government employees or those of the Orange County Public School system.
Those interested in registering should complete a registration packet and read the parent handbook. These documents are the best resources for additional information. Don ’ t delay to register, sites can fill to capacity. Those with questions are encouraged to call the Office on Youth at (540) 672 - 5484.
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