Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Johnstown. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Johnstown. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Full Ranking Detail
childcare
Northridge YMCA Before and After Care at 9200 Northridge Road in Johnstown is a SUTQ Bronze-rated program serving school-age children (K–6th grade) during weekday before- and after-school hours and full-day programming on school days off. As a Buckeye Valley Family YMCA facility, it benefits from YMCA brand accountability and trained staff. The center operates with flexible tuition options for both YMCA members and the general public. No public parent reviews are currently available to independently assess parent experience, and the program does not serve infants or preschool-age children.
Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music6.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
What sets it apart: Before and after school care available for grades K-6th in Northridge Local School District. Weekly tuition: Members $90, Non-Members $100. School Days Out: Members $38/day, Non-Members $48/day.
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Best Arts & Music
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