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At the Y, we offer programming for families that provides a safe and fun place for kids to go while their parents are at work. Our child development begins for children at the ages of 6-weeks old and continues until they are teenagers. We aim to provide supportive, compassionate, and educational care for every child that walks through our doors.  

Infants develop trust and security, preschoolers experience early literacy and learn about their world, and school-age kids make friends and socialize, learn new skills, and have a helping hand with their homework! We have always focused on meeting the social, emotional, and academic needs of our young learners so they can grow into the changemakers of tomorrow—and today is no different. 

We aim to provide a destination that leads to a well-balanced adult with character, ambition, compassion, and social skills. Our programs are designed to better prepare youth for their future with skills, confidence, and social awareness that is needed to thrive on their path into adulthood. Learn more about our programs below and start the enrollment process today.

Our Programs

Infant

Babies 6 weeks to 12 months old grow and learn in our safe and nurturing “home away from home” classroom where they can explore and make new discoveries.

  • Three Days
  • 4 Days
  • 5 Days

Toddler

Children 1 year – 2 years of age bond with their caregivers and thrive in high quality educational environment.

Younger Toddlers

  • Three days
  • Four Days
  • Five Days

Older Toddlers

  • Three Days
  • Four Days
  • Five Days

Preschool

Children 3-5 years of age become Kindergarten ready through child-centered activities.

  • Three Days
  • Four Days
  • Five Days

School Age

Children 6-12 years of age continue their elementary education in before and after school programs.

Before School Only or After School Only

  • Full Week

Two-Hour Delay

  • Daily Rate

School Holidays/School Closures

  • Daily Rate

Summer Camp 

Children 6-12 years of age participate in an 11-week full day program with a variety of planned field trips and themed weeks.

  • Three Days
  • Five Days

Enroll With Us Today

For questions, additional information, or to start the enrollment process, please contact our Child Care Department by calling 724-658-4766!

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