Child Care in Owensboro, KY

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

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

October 11 - 15 Winter Break Camp: December 22 - January 2 (Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years' Day) 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!

$50 nonrefundable registration fee
Members: $135/wk | Nonmembers: $205/wk

Contact 270-663-8229 or bobby@owensboroymca.org for any questions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Registration will open September 29th, 2025.