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.
Child Watch is a drop-in service that provides an interactive and healthy place for your child to play so you can enjoy your visit and work out with peace of mind. Child Watch has nurturing and conscientious staff that are CPR and First Aid Certified. Our staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that is for all ages. Available at DeWitt, Oak Park, Parkwood, and Westside locations
YMCA Before and After School Program supports Lansing School District children in reaching their full potential by providing academic support and hands-on enrichment experiences in a safe and structured environment for children.
The YMCA bus will pick up your child from their school and transport him or her to the Parkwood YMCA. Children will be picked up by the school office and they should also bring a snack! Kids will participate in swimming, Physical Education games and Kids Gym during Active After School.
At the Oak Park Child Care Center, children (6 weeks - 5 years) learn and grow socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. Our caring, qualified staff creates a stimulating, child-centered environment and offer a wide range of activities designed to meet the developmental needs of young children.
Our preschool program is a wonderful, safe environment for your child to learn and grow. The programs are operated using an experiential learning philosophy—children learn by doing.
