ChiLd Care

The Collaborative:
Ypsilanti YMCA Child
Development Center

Our hours of operation are 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday.

The Collaborative: Ypsilanti YMCA Child Development Center child care program is located at the former Chapelle Community School, 111 South Wallace Boulevard, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, serving children ages 6 weeks-12 years.

The Collaborative uses Creative Curriculum, which allows teachers to focus on the children’s learning interests while working on age-appropriate objectives for development and learning. Daily planned lessons include centers and small groups focusing on creative expression, sensory experiences, language, writing and literacy experiences, STEM topics and opportunities for age-appropriate physical activities.

The Collaborative addresses a critical need for excellent quality, affordable childcare in eastern Washtenaw County. The CDC is licensed and operated by the Ann Arbor YMCA. Eastern Michigan University (EMU), Ypsilanti Community Schools (YCS) and Ypsilanti Housing Commission (YHC) have all worked in partnership with the Y to bring this program to fruition.

The CDC primarily serves the children of Eastern Michigan University students, children of residents of the Ypsilanti Housing Commission and children who live within the Ypsilanti Community Schools district, all of whom are given access to priority registration. There are five large, bright classrooms, a spacious playground, access to a gym and space to grow future programs for the whole family.

School Age after School Care

Ages 5-12 Years

This program runs from 7:30 a.m until the bus arrives, and after school until 6 p.m.

The Ann Arbor YMCA offers before and after school care to Ypsilanti Community School students from YIES and Estabrook at The Collaborative, located at 111 S Wallace Boulevard, Ypsilanti, MI 48198.

As the nation’s leading child care program, we believe children should have a place to explore, grow and thrive. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing experience for your child with plenty of opportunities for growth in spirit, mind, and body. Our staff guide children through an age-appropriate curriculum that develops self-help skills and instills Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Join our waitlist

To be added to the waitlist, contact Andrew Ball at aball@annarborymca.org or Taylor Gevaert at tgevaert@annarborymca.org

AM ONLY

$235/Month

PM ONLY

$200/Month

AM & PM

$310/Month

SUPPORTING EMU STUDENTS

To support parents pursuing higher education in our community, our After School Care Program is offered to children of Eastern Michigan University students at a flat monthly rate.

Hours of Operation

3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pricing

$250/Month

Pricing

Infant

(6 weeks-1 Year)

5 Days per week $775/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $639/Bi-Weekl

Evening Care

(5-12 years)

2 Evenings per week $130/Bi-Weekly
1 Evening per week $67/Bi-Weekly

Toddler (full-day)

(1 Year-2 Years)

5 Days per week $734/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $606/Bi-Weekly
3 Days per week $458/Bi-Weekly
2 Days per week $312/Bi-Weekly

Toddler (half-day)

(1 Year-2 Years)

5 Days per week $681/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $476/Bi-Weekly
3 Days per week $361/Bi-Weekly
2 Days per week $245/Bi-Weekly

Early Preschool
(full-day)

(2 Years-3 Years)

5 Days per week $681/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $590/Bi-Weekly
3 Days per week $412/Bi-Weekly
2 Days per week $280/Bi-Weekly
1 Day per week $142/Bi-Weekly

Early Preschool
(half-day)

(2 Years-3 Years)

5 Days per week $453/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $429/Bi-Weekly
3 Days per week $325/Bi-Weekly
2 Days per week $221/Bi-Weekly

Preschool (full-day)

(3 Years-5 Years)

5 Days per week $643/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $531/Bi-Weekly
3 Days per week $402/Bi-Weekly
2 Days per week $273/Bi-Weekly
1 Day per week $145/Bi-Weekly

Preschool (half-day)

(3 Years-5 Years)

5 Days per week $507/Bi-Weekly
4 Days per week $418/Bi-Weekly
3 Days per week $317/Bi-Weekly
2 Days per week $215/Bi-Weekly

Who we are

The Ann Arbor YMCA is a charitable association of men, women and children joined by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of children and teens, promoting healthy living, and supporting our neighbors. Each day, we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the chance to learn, grow and thrive. The Ann Arbor YMCA’s mission is to put our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into action through facilities and programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Everyone is welcome

The Ann Arbor YMCA is a charitable association of men, women and children joined by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of children and teens, promoting healthy living, and supporting our neighbors. Each day, we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the chance to learn, grow and thrive. The Ann Arbor YMCA’s mission is to put our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into action through facilities and programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Financial Assistance

Through the generous contributions of our donors, the Ann Arbor YMCA is able to provide financial scholarships that enable all members of the community to enjoy YMCA programs. Please let us know if we may serve you or your family in this way.

Questions?

For more information about touring the facility, please contact Taylor Gevaert at tgevaert@annarborymca.org or Andrew Ball at aball@annarborymca.org or call Office Phone: (734) 661-8045.