Preschool
Ashland Y Preschool focuses on the whole child who is 3-5 years old and potty trained while emphasizing the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Creative Curriculum is a curriculum program we use designed to spark interest in learning with a variety of intentional hands-on, child-centered activities. We work with each child at their level to develop their early academic growth.
By taking the preschoolers to the gymnasium and providing them with gymnastics and swimming classes, encouraging their physical development. An updated playground is also available to the preschoolers to promote an active lifestyle and to (of course) have fun.
FULL DAY CARE +
6:30AM – 6PM
Our Full Day Care option is perfect for working families.
+ Includes preschool
FULL DAY PRESCHOOL
8:30AM – 3PM
Our Full Day Preschool option is perfect for families looking for extra enrichment to a traditional half day option.
HALF DAY PRESCHOOL
8:30 – 11AM
Our Half Day Day Preschool option is perfect for families looking to prepare their child for Kindergarten.
Summer Camp
For parents, extra support to keep children healthy and safe can go a long way. To give children an adventurous, active and healthy summer, the Ashland Y is offering a variety of camp options to meet the needs of all our families’ youth in Ashland and surrounding communities. YMCA camp programs provide a fun and unique experience that gives children the opportunity to explore the outdoors, meet new friends, discover new interests and create memories that last a lifetime.
The Ashland Y offers Full Day Summer Camp for ages 6-12 and a Preschool Summer Camp for ages 3-5.
The Ashland Y provides a variety of opportunities to help ensure that children are learning and being physically active in the summer. Campers also learn how to be responsible and resourceful, work in groups, solve problems and make decisions that will help them grow as individuals – all while having fun.
PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Age: 3-5 years old (not attending Kindergarten in the fall)
KINDER CAMP
Age: 5-6 year olds (going into or just completed Kindergarten)
JR CAMP
Age: 6-9 year olds (1st-3rd grade)
SR CAMP
Age: 10-12 year olds (4th-5th grade)
“Y” Kids
Ashland “Y” Kids program is designed for children Kindergarten to fifth grade. The Ashland Y is a safe place for your child before and after school with intentional activities, homework time and gross motor play.
Research shows that children who participate in afterschool programs are more successful academically, are healthier, and more often maintain positive behaviors. “Y” Kids is available Monday through Friday in the mornings (6:30AM -8:15AM) and in the afternoons (3-6PM).
