Child Care at the Y

The values and skills learned early in life are vital building blocks for a successful adulthood, and we believe all kids deserve a strong start and a safe place to grow. Parents trust the Y’s child care programs to support and nurture their children from infancy through the teen years and help them become strong, capable and engaged young people.

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Outdoor Play

Outdoor Play

“I’m so grateful for the YMCA’s commitment to outdoor play. When I pick up my children at the end of the day, they are muddy, happy and full of stories. I can tell they have had the best day the messier they are.” - Tamara, Parent at Wortley YMCA Child Care. 

Weemarkable

Weemarkable

We're making it easier for YMCA Child Care families to connect to the small moments and big milestones of their child's day, through our YMCA app - WeemarkableTM.

WeemarkableTM allows you to see your child's day with a quick tap of the app! Photos, the weekly menu, daily observations about your child's play, rest and physiological needs are captured and shared throughout the day.

School Age Before & After Care

School Age Before & After Care

YMCA Before & After School care is a Licensed Child Care program that offers children ages 4 to 12 years with a fun and safe way to begin and end every school day. With over 100 locations throughout Southwestern Ontario, our Before & After School programs operate from September through June, right inside schools.

Full Day Child Care

Full Day Child Care

At the Y, we believe that play is the primary way in which children learn. That's why our dedicated Early Childhood Educators implement our acclaimed YMCA Playing to Learn™ Curriculum at our Licensed Child Care Centres throughout the region. This national, research-based curriculum is regularly cited for its unique and innovative involvement of educators and children in an enriched learning environment.