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Affordable, safe, nurturing child care in Ross & Pike Counties
Quality care for your children is our top priority.

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TODDLERS

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PRESCHOOL & PRE-K

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SCHOOL AGE & CAMP

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Safety, Quality, & Experience Matter


The Y is America's largest nonprofit child care provider, serving over 500,000 children every day. In Ross and Pike Counties, we have 4 locations providing different levels and types of child care. We know that when your child is well-cared for, it's possible for you to work, study, or just take the time you need to focus on yourself.

TODDLER CARE

EARLY LEARNING

18 MONTHS - 36 MONTHS

Our toddler care programs are designed to enrich the developmental skills of your young one. Our caregivers are highly skilled and trained to provide your child with a loving, responsive environment. In the toddler stage, they’ll receive plenty of opportunities to explore their environments, learn problem-solving skills, how to interact with others and learn concepts through first-hand experiences.

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PRESCHOOL & PRE KINDERGARTEN

EARLY LEARNING

AGES  3 - 5 YEARS

Our star-rated, Step Up To Quality preschool program is designed to prepare children for Kindergarten. Students will begin to follow classroom instruction, recognize common words and letter sounds, count by 10's and develop basic writing skills through our active learning curriculum. Students will also enjoy swim and gym time, gross motor activities, playground time, and walks through our park.

SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE & SUMMER DAY CAMP

SCHOOL AGE CARE

5 YEARS TO 14 YEARS

The Y’s Before & After School program provides youth with a safe place to go before and after school. More importantly, its programming helps youth realize who they are and what they can achieve. The  program supports academic achievement, fosters health and wellness, and instills positive social-emotional skills through literacy and reading, nutrition, education, character development, and exercise. 

 

School Age Care is offered in three locations - Chillicothe Primary School, Southeastern Elementary, and the Pike County YMCA.

 

Summer Day Camp is offered at Chillicothe Primary School and the Pike County YMCA.

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ALL REGISTRATION

Send an inquiry by clicking here or call or visit your local YMCA during our operating hours. Space is limited, registrations will be first come, first serve. Families will complete a childcare packet, sign a letter of understanding and an DCY Health Form for each program cycle. Additional DCY forms will be needed for children with any special accommodations or medication to be administered. 

NEED MORE INFORMATION?
To request detailed information on one of our childcare programs click here to fill out the required information and one of our staff members will contact you within 24 business hours.

 

LOCATIONS 

Please check below for your child's school to see what programs we provide at this time:

YMCA of Ross County

100 Mill Street

Chillicothe, Ohio 45601

Toddler (18 months - 3 years); Preschool (3 - 4 years); Pre-K (4-5 years); Summer Day Camp (3 - 5 years)

Chillicothe Primary School

235 Cherry Street

Chillicothe, Ohio 45601

YMCA School Age Enrichment Program (After-School Only)

Summer Day Camp (5 - 14 years)
Homework Help Provided
Healthy Afternoon Snack Provided
Financial Assistance Available for Those That Qualify
Ages: 5-14

Southeastern Elementary School

2003 Lancaster Road

Chillicothe, Ohio 45601

YMCA School Age Enrichment Program (After-School Only)
Homework Help Provided
Healthy Afternoon Snack Provided
Financial Assistance Available for Those That Qualify
Ages: 5-14

Pike County YMCA

400 Pride Drive

Waverly, Ohio 45690

Before & After School Program (5 - 14 years)

Summer Day Camp (5 - 14 years)

Homework Help Provided

Healthy Afternoon Snack Provided

Financial Assistance Available for Those That Qualify

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 The YMCA is a non-discriminating organization. We serve all members of the community regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed, citizenship status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, genetic information ,  national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

ROSS COUNTY YMCA

100 Mill Street

Chillicothe, Ohio 45601

​740.772.4340

info@rosscountyymca.org

MON - THURS: 5:30am - 9:00pm

FRI:                 5:30am - 6:00pm

SAT:                7:30am - 5:00pm

SUN:               12:00pm - 4:00pm

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PIKE COUNTY YMCA

400 Pride Drive

Waverly, Ohio 45690

​740.947.8862

info@pikecountyymca.org

MON - FRI:      5:00am - 8:00pm

SAT:                8:00am - 6:00pm

SUN:               1:00pm - 5:00pm

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