Serving families and children from infancy through 5th grade.
At the Y, our mission goes beyond providing excellent care — we strive to support children and their families as they learn, grow, and thrive together.
Our Child Development Centers
Our licensed programs offer developmentally appropriate, play-based learning led by EEC certified teachers.
Nature's Playground Preschool
Kids will discover nature in our outdoor classroom with forests, fields, wetlands, and riverfront habitats!
Questions or Ready to Enroll?
Complete our Interest Form. We will get back to you in 1-2 days.
Full-Day Programs
2, 3, and 5 day a week options. All students must be enrolled as Y Members. Our Licensed Childcare Program meets all Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations.
Ages: 6 weeks–15 months
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
5 Day: $378 | 2 Day: $205 | 3 Day: $270
Ages: 15 months – 2 years, 9 months
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Branch and Pleasant Street Branch
5 Day: $351 2 Day: $184 | 3 Day: $238
Ages: 2 years, 9 months – 5 years
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Branch and Pleasant Street Branch
5 Day: $319 | 2 Day: $162 | 3 Day: $205
Ages: 3 – 5 years (must be potty trained)
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Norton Outdoor Center
5 Day: $351 | 2 Day: $173 | 3 Day: $227
Ages: 4 – 5 years
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Branch
5 Day: $319 | 2 Day: $162 | 3 Day: $205
2025 Childcare Open Houses
Downtown
Monday, April 21 9:30-11:00AM
Tuesday, August 19 7:30-8:30AM
Monday, Sept. 15 5:30-6:30PM
Pleasant Street
Friday, May 16 5:30-6:30PM
Tuesday, July 22 9:30-10:30AM
Friday, October 10 5:30-6:30PM
Nature's Playground
Tuesday, April 22 9:30-11:30AM
Sunday, July 20 10:00-11:30AM
Friday, October 24 5:30-7:00PM
More Information
Enrollment is accepted year round, depending upon availability. Financial assistance is available, thanks to donations made through the Y’s Annual Campaign. Third-party payments and state vouchers are also accepted.
General Inquiries
Lisa Reynolds, Childcare Director at (508) 409-0783
Registration/Billing Questions
Lisa Vecchioli, Billing Specialist at (508) 409-0753
Nature’s Playground Preschool at the Norton Outdoor Center
Our beautiful outdoor classroom offers a wide variety of habitats – including forest, field, wetlands, and riverfront.
Our goal is to spend at least 80% of your child’s day outside, learning through natural exploration. Our outdoor classroom has three areas with overhead shelter to protect from light rain and snow and will act as a homebase for our daily adventures. Our indoor classroom provides an engaging and safe space for activities during severe weather.