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Reliable Before & After School Child Care for Parents
Our Before & After School Child Care program, Y-Club, provides a safe, nurturing environment for school-age children outside of regular school hours, typically at their school.
The program offers homework assistance and engaging activities such as:
- STEM projects
- Literacy and reading
- Physical fitness
Our staff focus on fostering social skills and character development and providing peace of mind for working parents. They ensure children are well-cared for in a fun, supportive setting.
Belonging
Youth are respected and welcomed into a community where they can express their individuality.
Achievement
Youth build new skills, and their accomplishments are recognized.
Relationships
Youth form meaningful connections, promoting well-being and combating social isolation.
Core Values
Youth are guided by our Core Values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Safety
Youth are protected from physical and emotional harm.
Inclusion
Youth receive equal access to opportunities and resources.
“I love this program, I am so grateful for it! My son loves going, it's affordable, it's convenient, the teachers are great.”
- Prairie Run Elementary Parent
2025-26 Before & After School Child Care
New Families: Get On Our List
Join our 2025-2026 Registration Communication Email List to stay informed as we plan for the upcoming school year.
By completing the form, you grant us permission to add you to our list so we can send you registration information.
Thank you for your interest. We look forward to serving your child this upcoming school year!
Schools |
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| Big Walnut Elementary 301 South Old 3C Road, Sunbury, Ohio 43074 |
| Big Walnut Intermediate School 777 Cheshire Road, Sunbury, OH 43074 |
| General Rosecrans Elementary GRE students attend Y-Club at our Big Walnut Elementary location, where parents will drop off and pick up. We collaborate with the school district to transport students from the program to school in the morning and from school to Y-Club in the afternoon. |
| Hylen Souders Elementary 4121 Miller Paul Road, Galena, OH 43021 |
| Prairie Run Elementary 701 North Miller Drive, Sunbury, OH 43074 |
2025-26 Weekly Rates & Hours | |
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| Before Care* Opens at 7:00am | $63 |
| After Care Closes at 6:00pm | $66 |
| Before & After Care | $117 |
| *If a 2-hour delay is declared, the YMCA Before Care Program(s) within that school district will open on a one (1) hour delay. We will open at 8:00 am for Before Care. | |
Discounts
Siblings receive a 10% discount, which will be applied to the second and any additional siblings' Y-Club fees.
Registration Fee
$35 per individual registration
Payments
The YMCA requires payment by automatic EFT with a debit card, bank account or an automatic credit card payment. You MUST receive confirmation and start date assignment from the Registrar before your child attends the program.
YMCA Financial Assistance
We welcome all who wish to participate. No one should be denied access to our program based on their ability to pay. Through our Annual Campaign, the YMCA of Central Ohio provides financial assistance to families based on individual needs and circumstances.
Click below to download an application. You may email it to your Y-Club director or print and bring it to us.
Y-Club FAQ
Y-Club programs generally serve grades K-5th.
All Before & After School Child Care program staff meet all Ohio Department of Job and Family Services/Ohio Department of Education staff requirements regarding education, training and experience.
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services/Ohio Department of Education
Y-Club programs are licensed through ODJFS. ODJFS personnel verify 50+ program rules. Licensed programs are inspected before and after receiving an ODJFS license and must verify compliance with state and federal requirements. In addition, programs will also be investigated in response to complaints received through ODJFS.
Ohio’s Step Up To Quality
Most programs are quality-rated through the state of Ohio’s Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) programming system. Step Up to Quality recognizes child care programs that exceed basic licensing standards, signifying a higher level of quality care for children by meeting specific criteria for learning environments, staff training and curriculum development. SUTQ program standards are based on national research.
Our Central Ohio Impact
44,000+
Youth
Built social-emotional intelligence, self-awareness, empathy, positivity, critical thinking and leadership skills through YMCA Youth Development programs.
50+
Y-Club Sites
Ensure school-age youth have homework help and a meal or snack while parents work.
7+
Years
YMCA Before & After School Care programs have served children in Big Walnut Local Schools — since 2018!
Related Programs
School Days Off
For school-age children
We offer full-day child care when schools close for parent/teacher conference days, single-day holidays and longer holiday breaks at select YMCA Community Centers so kids have a place to keep playing and learning.
Summer Camps
Day Camps: For youth entering grades K-6th
Overnight Camp: For youth ages 6-16
Spend the summer with nature, games, crafts, swimming and new friends. We offer day programs around Central Ohio and week-long overnight camps in Bellefontaine, Ohio.