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Early Learning and Child Care offers full-day and partial-day early learning and child care for infants through preschoolers at Ys across the country. In this program, infants develop trust and security, and preschoolers experience early literacy and learn about their world. The program is part of the Y’s broader early learning, child care and out-of-school time offerings, where school-age kids make friends, learn new skills and get help with their schoolwork.
• Ages: 0–5 years old
Founded in London in 1844, the YMCA operates Early Learning and Child Care as part of its work as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by empowering young people, improving the health and well-being of people of all ages and inspiring action in and across communities. The Y’s early learning, child care and out-of-school time offerings are staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the support parents and families need and the importance of maintaining a safe, clean environment for children to learn and thrive. The YMCA of the USA serves as a national resource office, and every YMCA location is independently operated. The National Association of Elementary School Principals has identified the Y as a partner for afterschool programming, and the Y collaborates with community leaders to bring healthy living within reach of all people. The Y and the Walmart Foundation have partnered together to help provide food to children who need it most.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
• Ages: 0–5 years old
Founded in London in 1844, the YMCA operates Early Learning and Child Care as part of its work as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by empowering young people, improving the health and well-being of people of all ages and inspiring action in and across communities. The Y’s early learning, child care and out-of-school time offerings are staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the support parents and families need and the importance of maintaining a safe, clean environment for children to learn and thrive. The YMCA of the USA serves as a national resource office, and every YMCA location is independently operated. The National Association of Elementary School Principals has identified the Y as a partner for afterschool programming, and the Y collaborates with community leaders to bring healthy living within reach of all people. The Y and the Walmart Foundation have partnered together to help provide food to children who need it most.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
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