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Before & After School Care

Licensed Before & After School Care

Quality before and after school care rooted in play, movement, and belonging — giving your child a safe and nurturing place to grow every school day.

Ages: 3.8-12

North Bay YMCA, Chippewa Early Learning Child Care Centre, Alliance School-Age Program, Maple View Early Learning Child Care Centre, Mother St. Bride Early Learning Child Care Centre, M.T. Davidson School-Age Program, Our Lady of Fatima Early Learning Child Care Centre, South Shore School-Age Program, St. Francis Early Learning Child Care Centre, St. Theresa Early Learning Child Care Centre, Vincent Massey School-Age Program, Woodland Early Learning Child Care Centre, Sudbury YMCA, Adamsdale Early Learning Child Care Centre, Churchill Early Learning Child Care Centre, Lansdowne Early Learning Child Care Centre, Markstay Early Learning Child Care Centre, Redwood Acres School-Age Program, Timmins YMCA, Bertha Shaw School Age Program, Centennial School-Age Program, Pope Francis Early Learning Child Care Centre, Poplar Early Learning Child Care Centre, Schumacher Early Learning Child Care Centre, St. Joseph Early Learning Child Care Centre, W.E Miller School-Age Program

How to Register

YMCA Licensed Before & After School Care give children a welcoming, active environment before and after school — and on non-instructional days like PD Days, March Break, and Holiday Camps.

Led by Early Childhood Educators, our programs are built around the whole child: developing physical skills, social confidence, and the resilience kids need to flourish.

Grounded in the YMCA’s A Place to Connect™ curriculum, every day is designed to be purposeful, engaging, and fun.

What Your Child Will Build

Body

Physical literacy, active play, and healthy habits that set the foundation for a lifelong love of movement.

Mind

Planning, decision-making, self-reflection, and the kind of confidence that only comes from being genuinely challenged.

Social Skills

Positive peer relationships, team building, peaceful conflict resolution, and cultural awareness.

Community

A sense of belonging — to their group, their school, and something bigger than themselves.

When We're Here For You

Licensed Before & After School Care run Monday through Friday during the school year, with care available before school, after school, and on non-instructional days. Whether you need consistent daily care or occasional coverage on PD Days and school breaks, we’re here when your family needs us.

  • Before & After School (school year, Mon–Fri)
  • PD Days
  • March Break
  • Holiday Camp (Winter Break)
  • Licensed Day Camps

Find a Location Near You

Licensed Before & After School Care programs operate at school sites across Sudbury, North Bay, and Timmins. Contact us to find the location serving your child's school.

Prefer a home-based setting?

Licensed Before & After School Care programming is also available through YMCA Licensed Home Child Care providers in the Nipissing and Sudbury districts.

How to Register

Child care spots in Ontario are managed through centralized municipal waitlist registries. Here’s how to get started.

Step 1 — Join Your Local Waitlist

Register online through the waitlist registry for your region. There is no fee to be placed on the waitlist.

The registry lets you research providers and the types of care offered, map locations near your home or workplace, apply to multiple programs for multiple children at once, learn about fee subsidies, and access and update your application anywhere, anytime.

Sudbury
onehsn.com/sudbury or call 3-1-1

Manitoulin / Markstay
Call 705-853-1486
Learn more about subsidies

Cochrane (Timmins)
Call 705-360-4381
Learn more about subsidies

The waitlist registry is also your starting point for learning about fee subsidies available in your area.

Step 2 — Review Fees

Fee schedules vary by location and program type. Families with children under 6 may be eligible for reduced fees through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement. Separate fee schedules apply for children 6 and older. Download the fee schedule for your region or contact us for more information.

North Bay, Parry Sound & Sudbury

Markstay

Step 3 — Connect with a Centre

Once a spot becomes available, you’ll be connected with the centre directly. In the meantime, you’re welcome to reach out to our Child, Youth & Family Development office with any questions.

Resources for Families

All forms are available as fillable PDFs. If you need assistance accessing any form, contact your centre supervisor or our administrative office.

Family Information Guide

Everything you need to read before your child’s first day.

Registration & Change in Care

Pre-Authorized Payment Agreement
Please complete this form to update payment information.

Emergency Card
Please complete this form to update contact information.

Request to Modify Existing Care Form
Should you need to make any changes to your child care registration (add or remove care, withdrawal, program transfer), please complete the below form completing the appropriate section. Once you have completed the form, please send it to your childcare program supervisor for approval.

Infant-Toddler Information Page
Please fill out the form below so that we can get to know your child better.

Child Care Guidance Procedure Sign-Off
Please fill out the form below to sign-off on YMCA Child Care Guidance Procedures.

Consent to Exchange Information with Community Partners
Please complete the appropriate form for your district allowing the YMCA to exchange information regarding your child with our community partners.

Nipissing/Parry Sound

Sudbury/Manitoulin

Medical

Authorization for Non-Prescription Over-the-Counter Medications
Please complete this form in order to allow the YMCA to administer non-prescription over-the-counter medications to your child. These include: Sunscreen, Moisturizing Skin Lotion, Lip Balm, Insect Repellent, Sanitizer and Diaper Cream.

Authorization for Prescription Medications
Please complete this form in order to allow the YMCA to administer prescription medication to your child.

Individual Anaphylactic Plan Form
Please fill out the form below regarding the plan and emergency procedures should your child have an anaphylactic reaction.

Individual Medical Plan Form
Please fill out the form below regarding the plan and emergency procedures if your child has medical needs.

Transportation

Consent for Transportation of Children Form
Please fill out the form below to consent to the transportation of your child.

Consent for Walking Children Form
Please fill out the form below to consent to your child walking to and from care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages are eligible for Licensed Before & After School Care?

Licensed Before & After School Care programs are open to children from Kindergarten through age 12. If you’re unsure whether your child qualifies, reach out to our child care team — they’ll help you find the right fit.

What hours does the program run?

Licensed Before & After School Care programs operate before and after school, Monday through Friday, during the school year (September through June). Hours vary by location, but most sites open as early as 6:30 am and remain open until 6:00 pm.

Is the program available on PD Days and school breaks?

Yes. Care is also available on non-instructional days, including PD Days, March Break, and Holiday Camp during the winter break.

How do I get a spot? Is there a waitlist?

Child care in Ontario is managed through centralized municipal waitlist registries. Families must register online (or by phone for some regions) through the registry for their area — see the How to Register section above. There is no fee to join the waitlist.

What does child care cost? Is financial assistance available?

Fees vary by location and program type. Through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement, families with children under 6 enrolled in licensed home child care may be eligible for reduced fees. Additional fee subsidies may also be available based on family income and need. Download our Family Information Guide for current fee schedules, or contact our office to discuss your situation.

Who leads the programs?

Each Licensed Before & After School Care program is led by a team of Early Childhood Educators and Early Learning Assistants. All staff are qualified, trained, and supported through the YMCA’s national programming frameworks.

What curriculum does the program follow?

Licensed Before & After School Care programs are grounded in YMCA’s A Place to Connect™ curriculum that covers physical literacy, social-emotional development, and structured play.

Is the program licensed?

Yes. YMCA Licensed Before & After School Care programs are licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Education under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and are subject to regular inspections.

What should I do if my child has a medical need or allergy?

Please disclose all medical information at the time of registration and complete the appropriate medical forms (see Resources for Families above). Our staff are trained to respond to medical needs, including anaphylaxis. Individual Medical Plans and Anaphylactic Plans are developed in partnership with families.

Ready to find a spot for your child?

Spaces in Licensed Before & After School Care fill quickly. Get on the waitlist today.

Get in touch

Have questions or want to talk through your child care options?

Reach out to the supervisor at your preferred location, or contact us by email at childcare@ymcaneo.ca or contact our Child, Youth & Family Development office directly.

North Bay
Tel: 705-497-9622 ext. 6222

Sudbury
Tel: 705-674-8315 ext. 2155

Timmins
Tel: 705-360-4381

Start a meaningful career in child care

Whether you want to work in a centre or run your own licensed home child care, the YMCA offers meaningful career paths with professional development, competitive wages, and a team that has your back.