Giving children the building blocks necessary to develop physically, spiritually and intellectually is the foundation of the YMCA of Pawtucket’s affordable child care programs. Our programs are staffed by people that understand children and the need they have to feel connected and supported when learning and taking on new endeavors. By participating in YMCA child care programs, babies establish trust and security; preschoolers cultivate literacy skills; and school-age children make friends while immersed in educational and athletic activities that increase their confidence to be productive and successful.
The YMCA of Pawtucket’s child care programs are for children between the ages of six weeks and 13 years old. We offer before and afterschool care at a variety of schools in multiple different districts. Please contact your branch for site times. They are located throughout Rhode Island and licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Health Services. Child care is offered year-round and attendees have access to an array of YMCA programs such as swimming and youth sports.
Program Features
Safe and accessible, age-appropriate environments that promote active learning. Professional level directors, child care counselors, teacher assistants, and classroom aides who complete at least 20 hours of training each year. School vacation week camps that include swimming, field trips, and entertainment.
Fees and affordable and financial assistance includes:
- Sibling discounts
- YMCA financial aid
- State Department of Human Services subsidies
Early Learning Centers
(Ages 6 weeks – 5 years old)
The YMCA of Pawtucket has four Early Learning Centers in the Blackstone Valley. From a large center in Pawtucket to a more intimate center in Lincoln, there is sure to be a setting that best fits your family’s needs.
Four Corners YMCA Learning Center
160 Bear Hill Road
(401) 333-6402
The ten-classroom Four Corners center is off Route 114, serving children 6 weeks to 5 years old. All attendees are offered nutritious snacks. The center has a shaded outdoor play area and is easily accessible for the convenient drop off and pick up of children. Call for an appointment and to check availability.
Davies Early Learning Center
50 Jenckes Hill Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 335-5408
Located on the William M. Davies Jr Career and Technical High School campus, this program is unique in its collaboration with Davies Education/Childcare students. Staff offer a safe, quality enriched environment with learning activities aimed at preparing children for their next steps into Kindergarten. This program provides care for children 3-5 years of age.
Magic Minds Academy
32 Breakneck Hill Rd
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 725-0773
Located on the MacColl YMCA campus, this program provides care for children ages 18 months to 5 years. Staff offer a safe, quality enriched environment with learning activities aimed at preparing children for their next steps into Kindergarten.
Outdoor Academy
32 Breakneck Hill Rd
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 725-0773
The Outdoor Academy takes traditional learning outside by using natural learning stations to teach children their math, science, and language skills. Students will spend 80% of their day outside.
Heritage Park YMCA Early Childhood Center
333 Roosevelt Ave.
(401) 727-7050
Heritage Park is right off Route 95 in a renovated factory in the historic district of Pawtucket and on the shore of the Blackstone River. The center is designed for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years old, with 21 spacious classrooms and two indoor and two outdoor play spaces. Call for an appointment and to check for availability.
Before and Afterschool Care
(Grades K - 6)
The program consists of homework time, fitness, swimming, arts and crafts, sports play, quiet games, and special events in observance of typical holidays. Healthy snacks are offered, and transportation is provided to and from school when the center is off-site. During school and summer vacations, the YMCA offers a number of full-day camps.
Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy ES1
291 Broad St.
Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy ES2
52 Broad St.
Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy ES3
3357 Mendon Rd
Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy UES
3 Fairlawn Way
Ella Risk Elementary School
949 Dexter St.
Veterans Memorial Elementary School
150 Fuller Ave
Raices Dual Language Academy
135 Hunt St.
Calcutt Middle School
112 Washington St.
Washington Oak Elementary School
801 Read School House Road
Western Coventry Elementary School
4588 Flat River Road
Garvin Elementary School
1364 Diamond Hill Rd.
Metcalf Elementary School
30 Nooseneck Hill Road
Wawaloom Elementary
100 Victory Ave
Central Elementary School
1081 Great Road
Lonsdale Elementary School
270 River Road
Northern Lincoln Elementary School
315 New River Road
Saylesville Elementary School
50 Woodlawn Street
Baldwin Elementary School
50 Whitman St
Cunningham Elementary School
40 Baldwin St
Curtis Elementary School
582 Benefit St
Curvin McCabe Elementary School
466 Cottage St
Fallon Elementary School
62 Lincoln Ave
Green Elementary School
285 Smithfield Ave
Little Elementary School
60 S Bend St
Potter-Burns Elementary School
973 Newport Ave
Varieur Elementary School
486 Pleasant St
Winters Elementary School
481 Broadway
Jenks Middle School
350 Division St
Goff Middle School
974 Newport Ave
Slater Middle School
281 Mineral Spring Ave