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The values and skills learned early in life are vital building blocks for a successful adulthood, and we believe all kids deserve a strong start and a safe place to grow. Parents trust the Y’s child care programs to support and nurture their children from infancy through the teen years and help them become strong, capable and engaged young people.

Child Watch (Drop-In Child Care) (All Y Locations)

More than ever, busy parents need support. When parents come to the Y for a class, group activity or workout, their kids need a nurturing, enriching environment where they can build healthy, trusting relationships with other kids and adults. In Child Watch, children ages 8 weeks to 9 years old play under the supervision of caring, trained Y staff. At the same time, their parents are able to relax, connect with other Y members and enjoy healthy activities at the Y.

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Oak Park Y Early Learning Center (South Lansing)

Now Enrolling! At the Oak Park Early Learning Center and Preschool, children (6 weeks - 5 years) learn and grow socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. Our caring, qualified staff creates a stimulating, child-centered environment and offer a wide range of activities designed to meet the developmental needs of young children.

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Parkwood YMCA Preschool Center (East Lansing)

Now Enrolling! Our preschool program is a wonderful, safe environment for your child to learn and grow. The programs are operated using an experiential learning philosophy—children learn by doing.

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