Overview

Short-term care may be utilized when consecutive child care is needed for small chunks of time. Care is available based on current enrollment numbers and may differ by age group. Alexandria Area YMCA Child Care is pleased to offer drop-in and short-term child care to families Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. When plans change and you find yourself without child care, the Y is a great place for your children to explore, learn, and grow in an environment where they feel safe, cared for, and celebrated.

Additional Information

• A non-refundable deposit is required upon reserving a short-term spot.
• Contracted child care rates apply.
• New families are required to submit all enrollment and payment forms 24-48 hours prior to the first day of care beginning.
• To inquire about availability and to register, contact Child Care Coordinator, Jenny Johnson.

Short-Term Openings

Short-Term Openings are available at the YMCA Child Care Center and Nelson Care Center for various age groups and dates:

• Infant (6 weeks – 16 months): YMCA (Dec 2025), Nelson Care Center (Feb 2026, Mar 2026)
• Toddler (17 months – 32 months): Nelson Care Center (Dec 2025), YMCA (Dec 2025 – Jan 2026)
• Preschool (33 months - 4 years): Nelson Care Center (Dec 2025 – Jan 2026), YMCA (Dec 2025)

Sibling Discount

Families with three or more children actively enrolled in the YMCA Child Care program receive a 25% discount on tuition. This discount is applied to the weekly tuition of the oldest child, helping to make quality child care a little more affordable for larger families.

Facilities

• The YMCA Child Care Center is a 4-Star Parent Aware Facility.
• Nelson Care Center by Vivie offers intergenerational programming.