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About Rutledge Ymca Of Central Texas
Rutledge YMCA After School Care
Located on the Rutledge Elementary campus, this YMCA-managed program provides licensed care for Pre-K and school-aged children. The program operates daily from school dismissal until 6:30 PM, offering a structured yet play-based environment designed to complement the academic day. The curriculum emphasizes social-emotional development and positive discipline for children ages 5 to 12, utilizing both the school's indoor activity spaces and the outdoor playground facilities. All staff members are required to pass comprehensive background checks and participate in ongoing training seminars. Safety is prioritized through required certifications in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. As a primary after-school option for families in the Leander Independent School District, the program provides a seamless transition for students from their classrooms to a supervised enrichment environment.
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As of early 2025, the parent organization (YMCA of Central Texas) is facing a significant civil lawsuit regarding alleged physical abuse and choking of toddlers by a caregiver at a different location in Pflugerville. There are no specific safety incidents or news reports of violations recorded for the Rutledge YMCA location at 11501 Staked Plains Dr specifically. The facility is a licensed child care center (Operation #1794213) with a capacity of 255 children.
Parent Reputation
The program is associated with Rutledge Elementary, a highly-rated school in the Leander Independent School District, contributing to a generally stable reputation within the local community. While direct parent reviews for the YMCA child care program itself were not found on major platforms, the school it serves is frequently cited as excellent by parents on Niche and GreatSchools. Recent local news reports have noted community concerns regarding the transparency of an exclusive after-school care agreement between the YMCA and the school district.
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Employees are required to undergo background checks and attend training seminars covering topics such as health and safety, CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. Job descriptions for the organization emphasize a focus on positive discipline and social-emotional growth for children ages 5 to 12. No specific employee reviews for the Rutledge location were available to verify turnover or management quality.
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