The Mercer Island Boys & Girls Club offers a licensed before and after school child care program for children grades K - 5, during the school year and summer camps for kids 5 - 12 years old during the summer months. We support the Mercer Island School District Education Standards through the programs we offer, because learning that takes place during out of school time is important to our members' success.

Program Goals

The Mercer Island Boys & Girls Club offers a licensed before and after school child care program for children grades K - 5, during the school year and summer camps for kids 5 - 12 years old during the summer months. We support the Mercer Island School District Education Standards through the programs we offer, because learning that takes place during out of school time is important to our members' success.

●We offer 4 distinct Programs●

 Morning Care Program

 Each morning children between K-6th grade get the opportunity to eat breakfast at the boys and girls club, prepare for the school day, and engage in an activity based on a monthly theme.

Click here to view our current AM Morning Care Calendar

Voyager K-1st Grade PM Care program

Each day the  K-1st graders enjoy free time outside or in the gym, have a family-style snack, participate in Power Hour Homework time and in an activity based on a monthly theme.

Click here to view the current Voyager Calendar

Explorer 2nd & 3rd grade PM Care program

Each day 2nd and 3rd graders enjoy free time outside or in the gym, have   family-style snack, and participate in Power Hour homework time and in an activity based on a monthly theme.       

Click here to view the current Explorer Calendar

Parent Night Out Program

Do you parents need a night off? Let your kids come hang out with us. Each outing provides dinner for your children along with an activity filled evening!

                       Ages: K-5th grade Time: 6:00-9:30pm Fee: $35

Friday, February 17: Bowling
Friday, March 23: Game Mania
Friday, April 27: Roller Blading
Friday, May 25: Cookie Cook-Off

Program Goals

We believe that children learn best in an environment that is supportive, fun and safe. Our staff encourage self-expression and active participation which furthers the learning process and promotes growth and self-esteem, by teaching healthy values and life skills. Child Care areas of focus are:

●Social Skills ●Cognitive Development ●Friendship Dynamics ●Homework Skills ●
●Emotional Awareness ● Self-Esteem Building ●Empathy ●Self-Management●
●Culture Awareness ● Self-Expression ●Healthy Habits ●

Staff Contact Information

Leigh Jacobson
Child Care Director
206-436-1944
ljacobson@positiveplace.org

Click here to read our staff introductions.

Hours of Program

Before School Morning Program: 6:30am-9:00am
After School Programs: Monday 2:15pm-6:30pm  
Tuesday through Friday 3:30pm-6:30pm

Child Care Monthly Fees

Program prices are currently prorated for the year (you are not charged for Holidays or Non-school breaks.) However if you register for the program in the middle of the month, you are still responsible for the entire months payment. Cancelation requires a 30 day written notice to michildcare@positiveplace.org.

AM Transportation:   MIBGC staff walk child care members to the bus stop each morning & wait as they get picked up by Mercer Island School District Transportation * for Lakeridge, Island Park and West Mercer Elementary Schools.  We provide transportation in Club vans to and from French American School & St. Monica School. We require a 3 member registration to provide this service.

PM Transportation: MIBGC staff transports afternoon child care participants from St. Monica’s & French American School each day via Club vans. West Mercer, Lake Ridge & Island Park Students are transported by MI School District* transportation and we meet them at the bus stop. 
*Please contact MI School District transportation to make arrangements for AM or PM transportation to and from the Club at 206.236.3338.

When the Mercer Island Schools are closed for holidays, teacher conferences or other reasons, we open our doors and offer fun-filled day camps to keep your kids busy so you can work. Please check back for additional information.

Inclement Weather Policy

When schools are closed early due to adverse weather conditions, our child care sites will close as soon as all children are picked up. Parents are asked to come immediately so that all children and staff may arrive home safely.
If the school is on a delayed schedule, before school child care will be delayed also – by the same amount of time. It will be extended to the delayed start of school. After school care will operate on its normal schedule.
If Mercer Island School District is canceled due to weather conditions or power outages, the child care program and Club will also be closed for safety reasons. Call the Club or watch your local TV station additional information.

Refund Policy

Refund requests must be submitted in writing prior to the start of a program. No refunds will be given after a program has begun. A 10% processing fee will be incurred for refund requests submitted 10 days prior to the start of the program. A 50% processing fee will be incurred for requests submitted less than 10 days prior to the program.