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As the largest provider of licensed childcare in Chester County, providing quality and affordable care to more than 5,000 children each year, our expertise is unparalleled.
We meet the needs of each child with experiences that foster development and a sense of self-esteem. Programs strive to develop the total child, with particular emphasis on educational, physical, emotional and social skills necessary for success in the coming school years.
Join our family and your entire family will find educational and enriching offerings while pursuing an active life. The YMCA has everything you love, all in one place!
Our early learning programs focus on children ages six weeks through six years while our before and after school enrichment program and summer camps bring educational opportunities and fun for elementary school-aged students. PLUS: Teens enjoy our counselor-in-training and specialty summer camps, learning key life skills in our Safe at Home or Safe Sitter classes or finding friendships and mentors in our teen programs. Enrichment programs are available for all ages.
Interested in learning more about our childcare programs?
Childcare Offerings & Programs
Preschool & Early Learning
Montessori
Before & After School Enrichment
School Break Care
Environmental & STEM Programs
Summer Camp at the Y
With eight locations across Chester County, PA, YMCA camps offer a summer of fun, adventure and friendships for kids ages 3-15. Our campuses offer acres of amenities and leverage all of our robust indoor and outdoor spaces to keep each day fun and exciting – rain or shine! Some fun activities include daily swimming, gaga pit, slingshots, archery, inflatables, arts and crafts, canoeing and more.
Youth Sports
The YMCA works to keep fun in the game. Our youth sports programs focus on building strong skills so kids can play at any level, but more importantly, we help kids learn teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship— skills that will help them reach new heights throughout their lives.
Programs at the Y
Whether you're looking to start a new hobby, jump back into a past love or meet up with some friends, the Y has everything you are looking for, all in one place.
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine provides three different types of programs because we know that everyone isn't looking for the same thing. We provide monthly, academy and team programs.
Childcare Frequently Asked Questions
Please contact your branch childcare director or our Childcare Admin 610-643-9622, ext. 2190.
Early Learning Center Directors
- Coatesville YMCA: Monica Remaley 610-380-9622, ext. 2433
- Jennersville YMCA: Kirstan Dolinger 610-869-9622
- Kennett Area YMCA: Jess Jones 610-444-9622, ext. 2320
- Lionville Community YMCA: Kathryn Parker 610-363-9622, ext. 2913
- Octorara YMCA and Program Center: Janet Kabakjian 610-593-9622, ext. 2701
- Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center:
- Upper Main Line YMCA: Sara Abate 610-647-9622, ext. 2007
- West Chester Area YMCA: Victoria Gallagher 610-431-9622, ext. 2227
A YMCA membership is not required to register for care, however, we do offer discounts for childcare for our YGBW members.
YMCA membership discounts apply to childcare programs during active family membership. If a membership account is canceled, the childcare tuition will increase to the standard non member rate.