Did you know that the YMCA is the world’s leader in childcare and youth programming? Our childcare programs provide a safe, welcoming, and enriching environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive. 

Read on to explore the different childcare programs at the Lafayette YMCA and see how each is crafted with care to meet the unique needs of families in our community.

 

Straight Arrow Day Camp

Give your child an adventurous summer at Straight Arrow Day Camp!

This summer camp offers a unique blend of fun adventure and character-building. Through activities like canoeing, archery, and swimming, campers develop character values and foster lasting friendships, independence, and self-confidence. Each week has a different exciting theme and character value focus, so there is always something new for your child to explore!

 

Summer and School Year Out of School Time

Our School Year and Summer Out of School Time programs provide an exciting, safe community for young people to explore the outdoors, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills, and make lasting friendships and memories. This program offers a combination of free-choice and structured activities for children ages five to nine.

 

Leaders in Training (L.I.T.)

Give your teens a fun, safe, and educational environment with Leaders in Training (L.I.T.)!

YMCA Leaders in Training (L.I.T.) is a youth program that offers a combination of free-choice and structured activities for children ages ten to fifteen. This program is designed to help your child build their leadership abilities, increase their self-esteem, and boost their confidence. The L.I.T. group is the perfect place to learn leadership skills, participate in community events, and build long-lasting friendships!

Daycare

Children aged six weeks to kindergarten are welcome to join us for daycare at the Lafayette Family YMCA! As a PTQ Level 3 Licensed Childcare Center, our daycare program provides a solid learning environment with structured activities, sensory play, reading time, motor skill practice, and more.

With full-time and part-time options, the staff at the Lafayette Family YMCA can provide excellent care that works for your family’s schedule.

 

Preschool

Give your little ones a strong foundation with preschool at the YMCA! Students have opportunities each day to use crafted play areas and learning tools in safety-focused classrooms. Our curriculum is designed to prepare your student for school while they have fun through a number of activities that keep their minds, hands, and feet busy and engaged.

Kids Zone

No one said being a parent was easy, especially when it comes to staying fit or finding gyms with childcare. That’s why Lafayette Family YMCA offers Kids Zone, a free childcare service for members to use while they’re at the gym. 

At Kids Zone, qualified YMCA childcare staff will watch your little ones for up to 2.5 hours while you enjoy a group fitness class, a run around the track, and more!

 

At the Lafayette YMCA, we create nurturing environments where children can develop socially, emotionally, and intellectually. From infants to teenagers, our diverse range of offerings ensures that every child can find a place to belong, grow, and succeed.

By choosing the childcare programs at the Lafayette YMCA, families not only gain peace of mind but also become integral members of a thriving and supportive community network. 

 

 

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