YMCA CHILD CARE

Quality Statement

The YMCA provides high quality Child Care Programs such that parents can feel comfortable in leaving their children in the hands of competent and caring staff. As well the children look forward to returning to child care for another day of fun activities. Parent Evaluations, current research and twenty years of experience in delivering Child Care Programs helped us to define our Quality Checklist. 

YMCA Child Cares are successful because...

• Children are happy and involved
• Staff have a caring attitude
• Facilities, equipment and toys are accessible, clean and safe
• Small groups of children are participating in stimulating activities with teachers
• Food is nutritionally balanced
• Parent - Teacher communications are good and parents feel welcome at the center
• Sufficient play materials are available
• Outdoor activities are taking place in well maintained play areas
• Staff are good role models and have appropriate training. 

Our Program Philosophy

The YMCA provides a vital service to families in the community with Child Care programs which deliver stimulating learning experiences to children in a safe environment. We enrich family life by providing the opportunity for parents to seek employment or education outside the home. YMCA Child Care provides experiences that will enhance your child's social, intellectual, physical and emotional development. 

Our Child Care Values

• YMCA Child Care is available to all regardless of sex, creed or economic circumstance.
• Parents have the right to pursue work or education with peace of mind and children have the right to a secure, safe and developmentally appropriate programs. 
• Child care families can access the additional support and services the YMCA provides.
• Parent participation is important to YMCA Child Care staff. 

Staff - Competent and Caring

Our  dedicated staff are carefully chosen and specially trained to ensure quality care. They have personal qualities of friendliness, warmth, and the ability to relate openly to children and adults. 

Our staff are professionally trained and experienced in the field of Early Childhood Education. We can draw on the talents of other YMCA program staff who provide additional resources for the programs we provide.

Program Enhanced Learning

Our programs at the YMCA Child Care Centres concentrate on active learning on the part of the child both physically and mentally. Because the curriculum is appropriate to the cognitive development of the individual child, children have ample opportunity to explore and experiment at their own level of knowledge. 

Children's activities are both interesting and satisfying. Teachers are aware of their needs for challenge, success and room to grow.