SCALED LEARNING™ CURRICULUM

Holistic Before and After-School Curriculum

SCALED Learning™ is a holistic before- and after-school curriculum developed by the YMCA of Greater Seattle, designed to help children grow in spirit, mind, and body through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

SCALED Learning™ presents kids with new challenges as they reach each stage of their development.  Kids who participate in the Y’s before and after-school programs expand the school day through active play with classmates and curriculum that augments what they’re learning in school. Discovering the world is fun and safe with the experts who help kids grow and learn in spirit, mind, and body.

The Six Pillars

SCALED Learning™ in our after-school programs helps kids grow beyond the classroom through engaging in STEM, hands-on arts exploration, literacy enrichment, career-connected learning, diversity and global education, social development, and fun!  

STEM projects engage kids in science, technology, engineering, or math to practice academic skills, think critically, and promote investigation, inquiry, and discovery.
Literacy activities engage kids in reading aloud and discussion, creative writing, and word games to practice academic skills and promote expression.
Kids explore career paths and get to know real professionals in various industries, including engineering, medicine, business, and education, through program visits.
These activities enhance the SCALED Learning™ framework by offering engaging, youth-driven experiences to support healthy development, leadership, collaboration, and meaningful connections.
Kids engage in hands-on art projects, which grow in complexity as they get older. They will explore a variety of art techniques and media as they discover ways to express themselves creatively.
Kids become good global citizens through cultural events and projects that explore diverse perspectives, ideas, beliefs, and customs.

Sample Weekly Curriculum Schedule

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