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CHILD CARE
Child Care in Owensboro, KY
Help your child form healthy habits at The Owensboro Family YMCA
WEE CARE
Ages: 6 weeks to 10 years old
Wee Care is a free childcare service provided to YMCA members with a family membership. Children can come for as much as 1.5 hours a day.
Hours of operation:
9:00 am - 11:00 am Monday-Friday
3:30pm - 6:30 pm Monday-Thursday
Pre School
Ages: 3-5
Enroll your child in this kindergarten readiness educational program! Choose from preschool only or preschool and after care options. Registration will open November 1.
Starts January 12th, 2026
Annual Registration and Supply Fee: $200
Preschool: 7:30am - 12:30pm
Members: $105/wk | Nonmembers: $145/wk
After Care 12:30-5:30pm:
Members: $95/wk | Nonmembers: $105/wk
KIDS' NIGHT OUT
Ages: 3 -12
Kids' Night Out is offered as a FREE MEMBER PERK one Saturday of the month from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Registration begins 7 days prior to the event and is first come first serve registration until capacity reached
FREE - Members only
Holiday Camps
Ages: 5 (must currently be in Kindergarten) -12 yrs
School's out, so let your child have educational fun at the Y! Camp will include daily swim time, educational programming, arts and crafts, playground, games and P.E. activities. Care provided from 7:30am-5:30pm. Hurry to register! Spaces are limited!
Winter Break Camp: December 22 - January 2
CLOSED DECEMBER 24 - 26 & JANUARY 1-2.
WILL CLOSE AT NOON 12/31
$50 nonrefundable registration fee
Members: $135/wk | Nonmembers: $205/wk
Contact 270-663-8229 or bobby@owensboroymca.org< for any questions.
Learning Lab
Ages: Kindergarten-8th Grade
The Y's Learning Lab program is a tutoring program that utilizes KWC students' expertise to offer high impact tutoring. Give your child the boost they need with small-group tutoring sessions! Our friendly team is here to help with homework and those tricky concepts that need a little extra attention. Each session is 30 minutes, and it's available for most subjects. The tutoring will take place in a welcoming space and involve strategies and manipulatives to best help students learn.
Mondays - Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm
October 6th - December 8th, 2025
Except for October 13th - 17th and November 26th - 30th
Summer Camp 2026
Ages: 5 (must be in kindergarten) - 12 years old
We are a proud state licensed childcare facility, adhering to all regulations, safety and quality standards! Children will swim, do arts & crafts, play sports & games, and much more! This program runs 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. during the summer.
AFTERSCHOOL CARE
Ages: 5 (must currently be in Kindergarten) -12 yrs
We are a proud state licensed childcare facility, adhering to all regulations, safety and quality standards! Children will swim, do arts & crafts, play sports & games, and much more! Transportation must be provided by school or family. This program closes at 5:30 p.m. each day school is in session.
Contact us for any questions at 270-663-8227 or childcare@owensboroymca.org
AFTERSCHOOL CARE IS FULL
Babysitters Preparedness Course
Ages: 11-17
Get ready to become a confident, capable babysitter with our engaging Babysitters Preparedness course!
Designed for aspiring caregivers, this dynamic in-person class equips participants with essential skills to keep children safe and respond effectively in emergencies. Through hands-on practice, interactive videos, and lively guided discussions, learners stay motivated and involved while mastering lifesaving techniques that are easy to remember and apply.
The course covers critical topics like staying safe on the job, caring for children and infants, promoting positive behavior, and handling emergencies with confidence. By the end of the training, participants will earn a 10-year Babysitters Training certification, and a Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification (valid for 2 years).
Members: $80 +Tax | Nonmembers: $120+Tax
Kids' Day Out
Ages: 3-12
Looking for childcare on scheduled school days off? The YMCA offers a fun-filled program with exciting activities, qualified staff, and a safe environment for kids to play, learn, and grow while parents work. Registration opens 1 week before event dates.
