LICENSED CHILDCARE
Click here to view the Preschool handbook.
Click here to view the School Age Child Care handbook.

BEFORE & AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
This is the perfect place for school-age children to spend their time before or after school! At our centers, school-age children find fun, creativity, help with homework and friendship in a warm, supportive environment. Your children will receive care from devoted professionals who are trained to respond to individual needs and concerns of school age children.

School Sites: Reading Hilltop & Reading Central (serving Our Lady of the Sacred Heart).

Blue Ash Sites: Mapledale Elementary, Blue Ash Elementary, Montgomery Elementary, E.H. Greene Intermediate, Howard Elementary, Holmes Elementary, Amity, All Saints, St. Vincent, Indian Hill Primary (including Kindergarten) and Symmes Elementary.

*Other students accepted, transportation not provided. A minimum of 5 students from each school is required. Completed childcare enrollment packet including shot record due at the time of registration with an annual $25 registration fee and first week’s enrollment. Hamilton County vouchers accepted, financial assistance available.

Registration Fee: $25

EXTENDED DAY KINDERGARTEN
This program is focused on reading, math, and social development and is licensed by the state of Ohio. The day runs until 3:15 and includes your packed brown bag lunch and outside time. Transportation is provided from the school to the Blue Ash YMCA with a minimum of 5 students. A completed childcare enrollment packet is due at the time of registration with an annual registration fee of $25 along with the first week’s enrollment. Hamilton County vouchers accepted, and financial assistance is available.

Registration Fee: $25

PRESCHOOL - 1/2 DAY & ALL DAY
Blue Ash Preschool places its emphasis on the social and emotional growth of the children, as well as academic introductions. To offer a well-balanced program we offer swimming lessons, free play and group times, with opportunities for large and small muscle development and sharing of thoughts and feelings. An experienced teacher and assistant lead each class. Preschool classes licensed by the state of Ohio are available for children ages 3-5 years in half-day or all-day options

Registration packets are at the Service Center. Completed childcare enrollment packet and medical forms are due at the time of registration.

Hamilton County Vouchers Accepted

SCHOOL’S DAY OUT
On days that area schools are not in session, leave the programming to us! We offer a variety of fun and enriching activities. Bring a packed lunch, swimsuit and towel. Registration forms and childcare enrollment packets including shot record are due with payment at Main Desk, registrations cannot be accepted at programs off-site. Enrollment is due the Friday before each School’s Day Out. Minimum of 5 participants. Dates: TBD

Y SNOW DAYS
When your child’s school has been called off for a Snow Emergency, don’t call into work… Call the YMCA! We are now running a program for snow days. Drop off begins at 7:30 am and you can pick up as late as 6:00pm. We will be offering a wide range of fun activities! Make sure your child brings a nutritious packed lunch and your swimsuit and towel. A completed childcare enrollment packet is due at the time of registration (shot record must be included).

UNLICENSED CHILDCARE

CHILDWATCH
The Child Watch is included in family membership for kids 0-8 years of age. Parents and children will need membership cards or other picture ID to drop off or pick up children. You must stay on YMCA premises while children are in the childwatch. Limit two hours per day. Program transfers available for morning classes. Hours

COOL CLUB
The Cool Club is designed to meet the needs of 6-12 year olds, provides an exciting variety of supervised activities for children with all interests. The area includes a television, computers, interactive games, rock climbing wall, and other activities. It is an ideal way for kids to participate or just hang out while their parents use the facility. Hours

NEW YEARS EVE LOCK-IN
School Age
If you are looking for a safe as well as exciting place for your school age children to go while you bring in the New Year, look no further! During the evening we will have our own celebration... “Kid Style”! All you need to provide is sleeping material, we will provide the rest including dinner, snacks, and breakfast! Registration is limited to the first 50! So register today!

OVERNIGHTS
Ages K - 12
The tradition of overnights at Camp Creekwood is continuing throughout the school year! Watch for dates once a month as we camp-out at Camp (weather permitting) or have a lock-in at the Y! Snacks and breakfast provided. All you need to provide is sleeping materials, and if weather permits, a tent! Register at the front desk.

• September 17
• October 15
• November 19
• December 17

Members: $30
Non-Members: $35

HOME SCHOOL SWIM & GYM

Members: $33
Program Participants: $50