Child Care Center

Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,* 4:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.-reservations needed
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Our state licensed center provides quality care for your children ages 2 weeks to 10 years. Please call the center for pricing information. We also offer multiple child discounts.

*The center will close in the evening if no reservations have been made.

(319)753-6734 ext. 127


Babysitting

Quality babysitting services are available for children ages 6 months to 11 years old. This service is for families participating in YMCA-YWCA programs and facility use. A parent/adult guardian must remain in the building.
Fees: Free to members
Non-members: $1.25 per child/per hour, 0.75 cents second child/per hour
Times: Mon. & Thurs. 4 - 7 p.m., Tues., Thurs. & Sat 9 - 11 am
Location: Child Care Room


Before & After School

Kids in our program enjoy every minute of this action-packed before and after school child care. From the structured activities to the staff, this pro- gram is designed to give your child the best experience possible! Our child care offers:

  • Monthly trips including swimming at the Y
  • Games, activities and behavior guidance programs based on our Core Values
  • Expanded programming for vacation and in-service days
  • Trained staff who genuinely care about your child and his/her needs

The program starts at 6:30 am and resumes after school until 6:00 pm. You must pre-register at least three business days in advance of your child starting. 2010/2011 Before & After registration will begin June 21, 2010 for current participants and June 28, 2010 for the community.
Registration:   Forms are available at the Y
                           Registration requires $30 deposit, per family
Fees: $42 a.m./p.m.; $27 a.m. or p.m. only
Sites: Sunnyside and Black Hawk Schools.  West Burlington and Corse are "After School" sites only.
For more information, contact Brandy at 753-6734, ext. 139

brandy@burlingtony.org

Burlington School District transports children to and from Grimes and North Hill Schools.

This program is full for the 2010-2011 School Year. Please call the Y if you would like to be put on a waiting list.


Parents' Day Out

Need a break? We offer FREE child care to parents at our Child Care Center. The program is offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 12:00-3:00 p.m. Parents may bring their children (ages 2 weeks to 10 years) to the Y and enjoy an afternoon to meet a friend, go shopping or just relax!

Registration is required in advance as space is limited. Call 753-6734 ext. 127 for reservation.


Kids' Gym

This program is for elementary students when school is not in session due to holidays or in-ser- vice days. Children will participate in a variety of activities. Kids’ Gym starts at 7:00 am and ends at 5:30 pm. Parents who do not pick their children up by 5:30 pm will be charged a late fee of $2.00 every minute past closing time. You must pre- register at the Y at least three days in advance for each day your child/children want to participate. A late fee of $5.00 per child will be charged if a child is registered late. If you would like your child to swim, please send their swimming suit and towel. Lifejackets and swim tests will be required for those children needing assistance. Send a sack lunch with your child that does not need to be refrigerated- children do not have use of the vending machines.

For more information call 753-6734 ext. 139.


Dates: 

              November 24

              December 22, 23, 27, 28, 29

              January 17

              February 21

              April 20, 21, 25

Fees:

# of Kids
Member
Community
1 Child:
$16
$28
2 Children:
$28
$34
3 or More Children:
$34
$40

Summer Quest &  Safari Club

The ideal 9 week program that meets the needs of working parents and their children.  The Safari Club offers a wide variety of activities, including swimming, roller skating, sporting events, bowling, hiking, picnics, exercises, daily field trips, tours, library visits, skit days and miniature golf.

Each participant receives FREE swimming lessons each week.  As A Safari Club member you may also attend Camp McBride for any one camp session (excluding Wet & Wild Week) During the summer.  This program is for children entering 1st - 4th grade.

Summer Safari Dates:   Summer 2011 - More details to come.


Summer Quest

A 9 week program for youth entering 5th-7th grade.  Your child will love our camp counselors and activities. (Our staff is CPR and First Aid certified). Activities include skating, trips to various water parks, bowling, golfing, hands on activities and so much more! 

Summer Quest Dates:  Summer 2011 - More details to come.


Creative Kids

Fun for children ages 3-5! Creative Kids is a routine program incorporating activities to meet your preschoolers needs. Participants enjoy arts and crafts, story time and large motor skill activities. Snacks and supplies are provided. Great for a child's first group experience or as an alternative or addition to preschool. Children must be potty trained.

Session will run on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule from 9:30-11:30am. Must have 5 participants to run program.

Session Dates:  

Session 1: July 5- August 13
Session 2: August 23- Oct. 1 (Cancelled)
Session 3: Oct. 11- Nov. 19
Session 4: Nov. 22- Dec. 17


Registration Begins: June 14    


Fees per Week:

Members - $12.50
Non-Members - $14.25