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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
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For generations, the YMCA has
been known for its commitment to family life. YMCA programs and services
have grown and adapted to the changing needs of families. Today, more
and more parents are looking for quality, yet affordable childcare they
can depend on. Whether your child is attending our infant/toddler
program, preschool, kindergarten or our school age child care program,
our goal is to provide a safe, fun environment. Like all Y programs,
childcare is open to all.
Our program is designed to meet the
developmental needs of young children. We provide experiences that
enhance and enrich each child's cognitive, language, social, emotional,
physical, and creative development. Each class is designed to foster the
growth of the appropriate developmental skills of each child. Within our
daily schedule, each child has the opportunity to create, explore the
environment, to develop problem solving and personal interaction skills,
and to develop concepts through experiences. Children develop a positive
self-concept through a balance of self-directed activities.
Opportunities for solitary play, as well as group activities, are
provided.
We emphasize the four core values: caring, honesty,
respect, and responsibility.
We teach this to the children through day to day experiences,
activities, and lessons. We give the children the opportunity to use
verbal communication to solve problems. Our staff serves as positive
role models and provides care that is supportive, nurturing, warm and
responsive to each child's needs. Parents are welcome visitors in the
classroom.
The Licking County Family YMCA
childcare center is licensed by the Ohio Department of Human
Services.
HOURS
| Monday
- Friday
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6:30 am to 6:00 pm |
| Holidays
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Center
Closed |
- New Years Day
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
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Security
Our
reputation for consistency, dedication and professionalism and safety
make parents feel confident entrusting us with the care of their
children. We continuously review our health and safety policies to
ensure the well-being of each child. Our low child-to-teacher ratios
enable the staff to foster solid relationships and provide sound
guidance, while maintaining the stability that contributes so
effectively to the comfort, security and development of the children
in our programs.
Physical Facility
The childcare center maintains high standards in health, hygiene,
cleanliness and comfort. In order to provide a stimulating learning
environment, the Children's Center is equipped with appropriately sized
furnishings, playground equipment and bathroom
fixtures designed to help your child develop self-help skills.
Infant
& Toddler
More
and more infants and toddlers are spending time each day in some type
of child care setting. All children -- especially infants and toddlers
-- need a child care setting where they can thrive with caregivers who
understand how to promote their healthy growth and development.
Young children need appropriate
stimulation. They need to be talked to and played with. They need love
and attention. And they need the opportunity to form the kind of
comfortable, secure relationship with a caregiver that will advance
their healthy emotional development.
At the Licking County Family YMCA
we value your children. We know your expectations are high, and we
make every effort to provide a safe, clean and pleasant atmosphere.
Infant
(6 weeks to 24 months)
The YMCA’s infant care program is designed to meet the needs of each
baby based on his or her own schedule. Infants nap, feed, play and
cuddle when they’re ready, not on someone else’s predetermined
timeline. Music, singing, reading, finger play and constant
verbalization foster budding socialization, self-concept and
developmental skills. Facilities are equipped with cribs, swings,
walkers and age-appropriate toys and books.
Toddler
(2 to 3-year-olds)
The YMCA offers a safe, caring environment in which toddlers can begin
the path of life-long learning. Both the full-day and half-day nursery
school programs emphasize developing a strong self concept as well as
social, intellectual and verbal skills.
Preschool
The YMCA is the largest provider of childcare in the
United States. The Licking County Family YMCA offers licensed preschool
for children ages 3 to 5. Children participate in structured daily
educational and recreational activities. In addition, children take part
in two swim lessons and one gymnastic class per week. Morning and
afternoon snacks are provided. Parents must provide a lunch.
Before/After School
Program
The Licking County Family YMCA offers child care for
students in kindergarten through the sixth grade. Morning sessions begin
at 6:30a m.
Students may be dropped off at the YMCA’s main site where
they will be transported to their appropriate school. After school
programming is available at four sites in the Newark City School
district until 6:00pm. Newark City Schools or YMCA vans will transport
children to the appropriate child care site. Each after school site
offers students assistance with homework as well as tutoring with a
Literacy Specialist. Programming also includes fun activities that
enhance large motor skills, develop positive self-esteem incorporating
the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
School's Out
When school is out, the YMCA is here to lend a hand.
Students ages 6-12 will participate in a variety of activities including
arts and crafts, games and swimming. Come join the fun! Don’t forget to
bring a swimsuit, towel and pack a lunch. Available from 6:30am to
6:00pm. Advanced registration required.
Snow Days
Children, who are currently enrolled in
our before/after school program, are eligible to drop their children
off at the YMCA on days that Newark City Schools are cancelled.
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