Horizons Program

Our Horizons program is for middle school age children.

• Two Horizons Programs available for registration:
Enka Intermediate
Koontz Intermediate (also serves Valley Springs Middle)


• Full Time Care $110 per week for 41 weeks
Includes School’s Out Days (Teacher Work Days, Snow Days, Winter Break,
Spring Break, most holidays) at district location TBD

Hours are from when school lets out until 6 PM for Afterschool Days;
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM for School’s Out Days


• Other locations served:

North Windy Ridge (Register for either Weaverville or North Buncombe Afterschool program. Vouchered recipients need to register for North Buncombe)

Reynolds Middle School or Cane Creek Middle
NOTE: Parent will need to arrange transportation to Afterschool site. Confirm with school to see if bus drop off is available.

Eblen Intermediate
(Register for West Buncombe; will be walked over to Afterschool site)

Why parents and kids love Horizons

See what parents say about the benefits of this program:

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Help with homework

"Horizons is very helpful with homework! Very good with my daughter." - Horizons parent

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Teaches teamwork

"Great camaraderie and teamwork between the staff and attendees. Good job!" - Teoline D.

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Safe, happy kids

"Very responsible teachers. My kid always comes home with a big smile! I'm so happy to have the YMCA in my life." - Rosa D.