Childcare Programs
Sumner County Schools offers before- and after-school childcare and enrichment opportunities for students at participating schools. Explore the programs below to find the option that best fits your family.
Extended Day Childcare
Before- and after-school childcare is available at participating Sumner County elementary schools.
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Unity Learning Center
Afterschool learning, enrichment, and supervised care designed to help students connect, grow, and succeed.
YMCA Fun Company
Before- and after-school care provided by the YMCA of Middle Tennessee at participating Sumner County Schools.
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Select a program above to view participating schools, program details, enrollment information, fees, and contact information.
Extended Day Childcare
Explore Extended Day childcare programs available at participating Sumner County Schools.
Extended Day programs provide childcare opportunities before school, after school, during select school breaks, and during the summer, depending on the school location. Select a program below for additional information.
Bethpage Elementary
Bobcats’ Den
Clyde Riggs Elementary
Panther Pals
Gene Brown Elementary
Bobcat Buddies
Open: Before and after school, school breaks, and summer
Phone: 615-824-8633 ext. 10935
Cell: 615-670-0708
H. B. Williams Elementary
Backpacks
J. W. Wiseman Elementary
Wise Kids
Open: Before and after school, school breaks, and summer
Phone: 615-323-8582 ext. 10325
Cell: 615-561-9773
Jack Anderson Elementary
Jags’ Treehouse
Nannie Berry Elementary
Berry Patch
North Sumner Elementary
Tigers’ Den
Portland Gateview Elementary
Cub House
Open: Before school, after school, school breaks, and summer
Phone: 615-323-7638 ext. 12030
Cell: 615-210-4056
Union STEAM Elementary
Kidz’ Zone
Open: Before and after school, school breaks, and summer
Phone: 615-451-6538 ext. 11115
Cell: 615-772-1932
Walton Ferry Elementary
Sneakers
Open: Before and after school, school breaks, and summer
Cell: 615-210-5350
Westmoreland Elementary
Eagles’ Nest
Unity Learning
Extended day enrichment activities and supervision for students in grades 3–8 throughout Sumner County.
Unity Learning Center provides extended day enrichment activities and supervision for students in a way that will improve their attendance, grades, and behavior so they may be positive members in the community for grades 3-8 in Sumner County.
Mission: To improve youth attendance, grades, and behavior through after school enrichment activities.
Goals: To increase students ability to achieve at national and state academic standards; increase students resiliency to make healthy life choices; and, increase family involvement in schools and community.
Funded in Part By:
- TN 21st Century Community Learning Center Grants (21stCCLC)
- Lottery for Education: Afterschool Programs (LEAPs) - TDOE
- McKinney-Vento
- Donations
| 21st CCLC Programs | LEAPS Programs | Parent Funded | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gene Brown Elementary | Benny Bills Elementary | Knox Doss Middle | Rucker-Stewart Middle School |
| Millersville Elementary | Guild Elementary | Merrol Hyde Magnet | Shafer Middle School |
| Portland Gateview Elementary | George Whitten Elementary | ||
| Watt Hardison Elementary | Howard Elementary | ||
| Vena Stuart Elementary |
YMCA Fun Company
Before- and after-school care provided by the YMCA of Middle Tennessee at participating Sumner County Schools.
The YMCA Fun Company provides convenient, on-site childcare for families at participating Sumner County Schools. Programs are designed to give students a safe and positive environment before and after the school day.
Program availability, hours, registration information, fees, and participating school locations are managed by the YMCA of Middle Tennessee.
After-School Care
Students can participate in supervised activities, enrichment, recreation, and opportunities to connect with peers after the regular school day.
Before-School Care
Before-school care may be available at select locations. Families should check with the YMCA for current participating schools and program schedules.
Registration & Program Information
Visit the YMCA of Middle Tennessee Fun Company website for current registration information, participating locations, program hours, fees, and additional details.
Childcare Program Assistance
Have questions about Extended Day Childcare or Unity Learning? Our program supervisor is here to help.
Kristi Bedwell
Extended Day Program Supervisor
Contact Kristi for questions about Extended Day Childcare, Unity Learning, program availability, enrollment, or other program information.
Phone: (615) 206-4120
Email: Kristi Bedwell