Afterschool

We offer before and after school care, early education and child care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and a summer day camp your child won't forget! Our quality programs are just the start. We help teach life skills, and inspire children to learn and try new things. We believe that kids should laugh, play, learn, and get outside!

With a focus on safety, health, social growth and academic enhancement, Y before and after school programs serve Kindergarteners through sixth graders (some locations up to eighth grade) with a variety of programming options to explore and develop their interests and talents. 

When school is out, the Y is IN! The YMCA offers "School Days Out" Days for children Grades K-6 (up to 8th grade depending on location) on days when school is not in session. The theme-based day of fun and adventure incorporates a variety of activities: arts and crafts, games, singing, and even free play. Dates and times vary by location based on local school district calendars. 

We offer a weekly summer program for children entering grades K-8 (age groups vary by location) The children participate in a setting which allows for: exploration, crafts, singing, games, swimming, and just plain FUN! In addition to swimming and weekly field trips, We offer a variety of Specialty Camp experiences, such as: Cooking, Karate, STEM, Art, and more!

Assistance is available through the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services or the YMCA and is available for those who qualify. A Financial Assistance application is available for your convenience.

If you are applying for Financial Assistance for Child Care or Summer Day Camp please fill out the YMCA Financial Assistance application. Assistance is made possible through the generous contributions from YMCA members and the United Way. Because of this, the YMCA is able to uphold its promise to never turn anybody away due to an inability to pay. For an application, stop by the Member Service Desk at your local YMCA or you can click here to download a Financial Assistance Application. All applications are kept confidential.

Jackson

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Jackson Local School District

Alliance

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Alliance City School District

East Canton

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Osnaburg Local School District

Canton City

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Canton City School District

Louisville

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Louisville City School District

Minerva

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Minerva Local School District

North Canton

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North Canton City School District

Perry

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Perry Local School District

Plain

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Plain Local School District

Northwest

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Northwest Local School District

Lake

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Lake Local School District

Child Care Leadership

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Heidi Wilson

Vice President of Child Care and Camping
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Lyndsay Gatto

Associate Executive Director of Childcare
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Christina Collins

Director of Curriculum and Quality

CHILDCARE BUSINESS OFFICE

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Jenn Sanders

Child Care Business Manager
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Claire Bright

Child Care Accounts Specialist

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