YMCA CHILD CARE
Serving the Douglas County community for more than 37 years
Program Details
Looking for a safe, engaging, and inspiring place for your child before and after school? At the YMCA of Douglas County, our child care and afterschool care program is more than just supervision — it’s a vibrant environment where children grow, learn, and thrive every day. Our program is designed for children ages 6 to 12 years old and operates year-round, providing consistent support for working families. Whether your child is joining us in the morning before school or winding down after a long day, they’ll be welcomed into a warm and inclusive space filled with positive energy and meaningful experiences.
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Ages: 6 to 12 years
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Days: Monday – Friday
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Hours: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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Location: YMCA of Douglas County
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Available Year-Round: Including school holidays, in-service days, and summer
Our Child Care program is for children 6 to 12 years of age. If you are looking for care for children younger than 6 years, click here.
What makes our program unique
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Caring, Qualified Staff
Our dedicated teachers are trained in child development and passionate about helping children succeed. Every staff member is carefully screened and participates in ongoing professional training to ensure the highest quality care. -
Engaging Activities
Each day is thoughtfully planned with a balance of hands-on learning, arts and crafts, games, physical activity, homework help, and social play. We foster creativity, independence, and teamwork through structured and free-choice activities. -
Social and Emotional Growth
We focus on the whole child — encouraging not only academic support but also friendship-building, confidence, empathy, and conflict resolution. Your child will feel supported, respected, and heard. -
Safe and Supportive Environment
With an emphasis on safety, inclusion, and belonging, we strive to make every child feel valued and cared for. Families can feel confident knowing their children are in good hands. -
Family Partnerships
We believe in working together with parents and caregivers to support every child’s development. Our team communicates regularly with families and welcomes feedback to continuously improve the program.
We accept ERDC - our number is: SZB00000
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For more information about the program see the Parent Handbook link above. If you are interested in signing your child up, proceed with the Registration Inquiry link.