Boys and Girls Club of London
Site: Boys and Girls Club of London
Service: Children and Youth Programs
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: LON0579 | Last Modified: 23 Jul 2020 | Last Full Update: 15 Jul 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 519-434-9114 |
| Fax | Registration: 519-434-7306 |
| info@bgclondon.ca | |
| Website | www.bgclondon.ca/children-youth-programs |
| Primary Contact | Nadine Harrison, Program Manager - Children and Youth; Phone: 519-434-9115 ext 238; Email: nharrison@bgclondon.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Arden McClean, Manager of Program Services - Child and Youth; Phone: 519-434-9115 ext 257; Email: amcclean@bgclondon.ca |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Programming for children and youth * affordable recreational, social and educational programs that promote physical and emotional well-being Facilities include:
Operates full-day camp programs for March, summer and winter breaks as well as PD days and Easter Monday * children with disabilities are welcome in all programs Koats for Kids – Distributes coats to children in need every year in mid/late fall * call for specific dates and times of distribution * proof of age of children is required Swim Lessons – Offered through the Life Saving Society on Tue and Sat year round Digital Creative Arts Centre – Programming for children and youth including music recording, drop-in jam sessions, guitar and ukulele lessons Youth Programs – Homework help, computers, access to internet * access to sports, gym, weight room * leadership activities, out trips, and specialty clubs After School Bus Program - Service is available at various schools throughout London, providing free transportation to and from the Club on Horton St for members of the club * visit website for schedule Evening Adventure - After School Program - After school program for children Leadership Program - Provides youth with training opportunities, work experience and skill development through experiential learning within the Boys and Girls Club facility and community partnerships * Junior Leadership (grades 6-8) and Senior Leadership (grades 9-12) programs available * low or no cost training and certificates also available Social Programs - Programs for children and youth * program times are subject to change Supper Club - Hot, nutritious meal provided to children and youths attending evening programs during the school year Teen Zone - Programming for teens including homework help, computers, access to internet, games, music and other activities * access to sports, gym, rock climbing, swimming pool, weight room * leadership activities, out trips, and specialty clubs Volunteers - Volunteer opportunities for youth * volunteers assist with other programs in recreation, nutrition, social programs, and creative and digital arts * must attend orientation and obtain a police check (18 years and older) after speaking to the Volunteer Coordinator |
| Hours | School Year - Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Programs: Mon-Fri 7:30am-7pm |
| Areas Served | London |
| Boundaries | London and area |
| Eligibility | Ages: 3 year(s) - 18 year(s)
Children and teens grade 1 to 12 Residency Requirements: London and area |
| Application | Day program referral |
| Languages | English ; Spanish |
| Fees | subsidy available to qualifiying families based on annual family income |
| Agency Information | |
| Established | 1956 |
| Funding | United Way ; City of London |
| Site Information | |
| Site Location | London (Central) |
| Located In Community | London |
| Address & Map | 184 Horton St E London, ON N6B 1K8 |
| Intersection | Richmond St N and Horton St E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |