Raise healthy, resilient kids with support from Y Child Care
Our Child Care centres are a home away from home- an inclusive community where kids can have fun, find support, make friends and reach their full potential. There's no job more important in the world than being a parent. But when it's not your only job, our YMCA Child Care programs are here for your family.
Critical learning takes place in the first six years of a child’s life– that requires a nurturing and caring environment. Our Child Care programs focus on high quality, safety, and affordability, providing an environment that helps kids feel at home, learning and growing in a welcoming, safe and stimulating atmosphere.
We are growing! View future child care locations.
What sets YMCA Child Care apart
YMCA Playing to Learn™ Curriculum
Our child care programs for ages 0–5 follow this research-based curriculum that was developed by child care experts across Canada and is evaluated utilizing the BC Ministry of Education’s Early Learning Framework.
Learn more about Playing to Learn
Highly-trained ECE’s
All child care team members receive ongoing professional development which is key to ensuring the highest quality of care while utilizing our Playing to Learn™ Curriculum.
Safety
Our advanced Child Protection Policy, implemented throughout our organization, ensures we are consistently safeguarding the welfare of children in our care, and in all YMCA programs and services.
Y Financial Support
As a charity, we are able to offer YMCA Financial Assistance above and beyond government subsidy, thanks to generous donors. The Y believes no family should be turned away from quality child care because of an inability to pay.
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The Y is a charity
As a charity, all our revenue is reinvested back into our community through YMCA health programs, child care centres, community initiatives, and programs designed to strengthen our community and build healthy families.
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Our 3–5 Years programs follow a child to staff ratio of 1:8, and our Infant and Toddler program follows a child to staff ratio of 1:4. Babies are provided with individual, customized schedules for feeding and napping. Children spend time outside each day and are provided with healthy snacks.
Children belong, grow, thrive and lead in YMCA Child Care—that makes for confident kids today and contributing, engaged adults in the future. We believe strengthening our community starts with helping kids reach their potential.
As a charity, we work hard to ensure quality affordable care is accessible to all and make no profit from any of our Child Care programs.
Kelowna Child Care
Dilworth Mountain Child Care is officially a $10 a Day ChildCareBC Centre. These sites test and evaluate funding and operational models that will help move British Columbia toward a universal child care system.
Extended day Preschool is also available at this location.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (0-18 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $200 |
| Toddler (19–36 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $200 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $200 |
YMCA Child Care at KSS is officially a $10 a Day ChildCareBC Centre. These sites test and evaluate funding and operational models that will help move British Columbia towards a universal child care system.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant Toddler | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $200 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $200 |
Little Scholars was one of the very first $10 a Day ChildCareBC Centres. These sites test and evaluate funding and operational models that will help move British Columbia towards a universal child care system.
Extended day Preschool is also available at this location.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant Toddler | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $200 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $200 |
Black Mountain YMCA Child Care is now open.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee | CCFRI per Month | Parents Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (0–18 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1429 | $900 | $529 |
| Toddler (19–36 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1391 | $900 | $491 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $1029 | $545 | $484 |
The special reduced rate is offered as a part of the Childcare Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI). Rates are determined by children registered in program and applied based off number of days in the month for program.
Okanagan Mission YMCA Child Care is now open.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee | CCFRI per Month | Parents Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (0–18 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1429 | $900 | $529 |
| Toddler (19–36 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1391 | $900 | $491 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $1029 | $545 | $484 |
The special reduced rate is offered as a part of the Childcare Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI). Rates are determined by children registered in program and applied based off number of days in the month for program.
George Elliot YMCA Child Care is now open.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee | CCFRI per Month | Parents Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (0–18 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1429 | $900 | $529 |
| Toddler (19–36 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1391 | $900 | $491 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $1029 | $545 | $484 |
The special reduced rate is offered as a part of the Childcare Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI). Rates are determined by children registered in program and applied based off number of days in the month for program.
Kelowna Airport YMCA Child Care is now open.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee | CCFRI per Month | Parents Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (0–18 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1429 | $900 | $529 |
| Toddler (19–36 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $1391 | $900 | $491 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $1029 | $545 | $484 |
The special reduced rate is offered as a part of the Childcare Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI). Rates are determined by children registered in program and applied based off number of days in the month for program.
Penticton Child Care
Queens Park YMCA Child Care is officially a $10 a Day ChildCareBC Centre. These sites test and evaluate funding and operational models that will help move British Columbia towards a universal child care system.
Extended day Preschool is also available at this location.
| Type of Care | Days | Time | Monthly Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant Toddler | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | $200 |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. | $200 |
Uplands YMCA Child Care is opening Spring/Summer 2025!
Address: 145 Middle Bench Rd S, Penticton BC V2A 8S7
| Type of Care | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (0–18 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Toddler (19–36 months) | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| 3–5 Care | Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. |
Join the Penticton wait list ›
Extended day Preschool and Before and After School Care will also be available at this location.
Ready to love your job?
Our growing child care division offers flexibility, paid vacation & wellness days, and paid professional development & training opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about our upcoming centres, parent information, waitlists, and more.
Child Care Financial Support
As a charity, the Y believes no family should be turned away because of financial circumstances. Thanks to generous donors, the Y is able to provide financial assistance to families who could not otherwise afford quality child care or Preschool programs.