The Y is a place where young people can be themselves and create their dreams
From early childhood to teens the Y is here with FREE Childcare while working out, afterschool programs, School days off care, and a variety of summer camps to keep kids active, entertained, and engaged.
Infant to Teen
Nurturing the potential of your child.
Our Childcare programs offer a range of options to fit your needs and their interests.
![Childcare kids pic2 web – 1 A group of children enjoying a storytime session at Springfield YMCA’s childcare center, promoting literacy and imagination.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-tti-img2-jpg.webp)
Infants and Toddlers
![Childcare kids pic1 web – 1 Children playing with educational toys at Springfield YMCA’s childcare center, supporting cognitive and social development.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-tti-img1-jpg.webp)
Preschool
![childcare-tti-img3 Children exploring art and crafts at Springfield YMCA’s childcare center, enhancing their creativity and fine motor skills.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-tti-img3-jpg.webp)
Elementary School
![childcare-tti-img4 Children participating in a group activity at Springfield YMCA’s childcare center, encouraging social interaction and learning.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-tti-img4-jpg.webp)
Middle School
![childcare-tti-img5 Young teens engaging in a cardio activity at Springfield YMCA’s childcare center, fostering a healthy lifestyle for youth.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-tti-img5-jpg.webp)
High School
Y Childcare is Focused on Heathy Fun
Your kids are entertained, with healthy activities, and learning games. projects and crafts in a safe, nurturing space where you know they’re having fun.
Y Childcare is Focused on Healthy Fun
Your kids are entertained with healthy activities, learning games, projects, and crafts in a safe, nurturing space where you know they’re having fun.
![childcare-col-img1 Children at Springfield YMCA’s childcare program participating in snack time, building friendships and social skills.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-col-img1-jpg.webp)
Free Gym Childcare While You Workout
Child Watch is free childcare for members while working out. Both Ys offer free childcare for members with a family membership. Our childcare areas have activities and crafts designed for appropriate age groups. All staff are trained in Safety, CPR, and First Aid.
- Ages for Child Watch are from 8 weeks – 9 years.
- The member must stay in the building and be able to be contacted by phone at all times in case of emergency.
- There is a two-hour time limit per family per day.
![childcare-col-img2 A joyful moment captured at Springfield YMCA’s childcare program, where children are engaged in playful learning.](https://springfieldymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/05/childcare-col-img2-jpg.webp)
After School Matters
The Y offers before and after school care outside of regular school hours for children in kindergarten through 6th grade in our local communities.
DAILY ACTIVITIES IMCLUDE:
- STEM/STEAM Programs
- Reading and writing
- Homework assistance
- Arts/crafts
- Athletic games & activities
- Character development exercises