ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT & CHILD CARE
AT THE ILLINOIS VALLEY YMCA
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Educators & Directors
Y-Tykes Pre-School Instructors
MRS. LITTLE & MRS. BOLTZ
Y-Tykes Pre-School
DISCOVER ● IMAGINE ● GROW
This class is a combined class of 3- & 4-year-old children. They must be 3 by September 1st to enroll in the class. We start everyday with carpet time, a very important part of our day where we go over our season, weather, month/day, letter of the week, letter sounds, sight words, shapes, colors etc.
There is separate planning of age-appropriate table work for the different ages of 3/4 year-old children.
The 3-year-olds will be introduced to fine motor skills, writing their name, number/letter recognition, cutting skills, coloring, painting, counting, tracing etc.
The 4-year-olds will work on all of that, but bumped up to their level, as well as kindergarten readiness skills and table work.
We work on developing important social skills necessary in preparing all our students for kindergarten. They will learn how to share, follow simple directions, participate in group activities and communicating their wants and needs.
CLASS BEGIN SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
Questions? Contact [email protected] for more information.
NEW PROGRAM ADDITIONS
● Updated Class Times
● Extended Program Days
● Structured Gym Time
● Enhanced Aquatic Curriculum
| PROGRAM | 2025/2026 FEES |
| Y-Tykes Pre-School | Fees: Y-Member $210/Month Non-Y Member $250/Month *No registrations accepted without fees & signed forms. $95 registration & supply fee which is non-refundable. |
| Before-School Care | LaSalle/Oglesby Before Care: Y-Members $5.00/Non-Y Members $7.00 Peru Before Care: Y-Members $6.00/Non-Y Members $8.50 *PLEASE NOTE: Pricing for Before Care differs between LaSalle/Oglesby & Peru, as well as Y-Members & Non-Y Members. |
| After-School Care | LaSalle/Peru After Care: Y-Members: $12.00(1)/$9.00(2)/$7.00(3+) Non-Y Members $17.00(1)/$15.00(2)/$13.00(3+) *price break for multiple children |
| Early Release (2PM) | Y-Members: $17.00(1)/$14.00(2)/$11.00(3+) Non-Y Members: $25.00(1)/$22.00(2)/$17.00(3+) |
| ½ Day (12PM) Release | Y-Members: $28.00(1)/$23.00(2)/$17.00(3+) Non-Y Members: $42.00(1)/$37.00(2)/$31.00(3+) |
| CHILD WATCH | FREE/NO COST |
Pre-School Program FAQ
Classes begin in September after Labor Day.
All children registering for our preschool program will need to turn in a copy of birth certificate, current doctor’s physical as well as complete immunization record.
Y-Tykes Pre-School
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 8:30am – 11:30am
We follow the Peru Public School System for holiday days off and snow days. When in doubt for snow days, listen to WAJK/WLPO.
Children do not need to be potty trained; however, we do not change them, and parents will be called if need be.
We swim monthly, but we do not offer tumbling.
For additional information or questions about our preschool programs, send us an email.
CHILD CARE & BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE (BASC) INFORMATION
Maya Ahlstrom
Youth Development Director
BASC INFORMATION
The Illinois Valley Y Before and After-School Care (BASC) programs serve our area families by supplying a safe and entertaining place for children to focus on social growth and academic enhancement while parents have the freedom to work or study. These programs provide children with options to explore and develop their interests and talents, and allow parents the comfort of knowing that their children’s needs are well cared for by highly qualified, CPR and First Aid-certified staff.
At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success.
That’s why our after-school program is staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the need children have to feel connected and supported in trying new things and the caring and reinforcement parents and families need to help each other.
**LaSalle & Peru are bussed to the YMCA for after school M-F schools release to 5:30PM
~ Homework & packaged snacks
~ Active Play (contact less sports & games)
~ Arts & Crafts
~ Reading time
BASC: children can be signed up at any point during the school year.
You do not have to be a Y member to enroll.
If you have questions please contact the Youth Development Director at 815.223.7904 Ext. 035 or [email protected]
To register for Before and/or After-School care you can pick up a packet at either elementary school or at the Illinois Valley YMCA.
*Limited spaces available, sign up soon!
CHILD WATCH INFORMATION
The child watch area is open and supervised free of cost to all YMCA members and class participants. Parents MUST REMAIN on the YMCA premises and be using the YMCA facilities while their children are in the child watch area. Children must be at least 6 month old. Children are able to stay in the child watch area for up to ONE Hour.
Children at the Y
For their own safety, children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by a parent at all times, unless in a supervised YMCA program. Children under age 6 may accompany a parent into opposite sex locker rooms if closely supervised. Those aged 6 and up must use the same sex locker room. No children allowed in adult locker rooms.
Child Watch Hours:
Monday: 9am–12:30pm Tuesday: 9am–12pm
Wednesday: 9am–1pm
Thursday: 9am–12pm
Friday: 9:00am–12:00pm Saturday: 8:30am–11:30am
MONDAY-THURSDAY: 4-7pm
Child Watch Rules:
- Parent’s/Caregivers should follow social distancing guidelines while waiting to drop off or pick up kids.
- Children ages 6 months and up.
- Playground/Outdoor play structure will be sanitized between groups.
- No reservations – Time limits may be put into place during peak days/times.
*Hours are subject to change without notice.
Children must be at least 6 months old and parents must remain at the YMCA.
SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
Challenger Camp (Ages:6-12yrs. old | 1st -7th Grade)
DATES: June 1st-July 31st
Monday-Friday 7AM – 5:30PM
REGISTRATION FEE: Individual- $50 / Family- $100
Drop-In/Daily Rate:
Y-Members- $55
Non-Y Members- $66
3 Day Rate:
Member Single Child- $155 / Member Additional Child(ren)- $135
Non-Members Single Child- $180 / Non-Member Additional Child(ren)- $160
5 Day Rate:
Member Single Child- $180 / Member Additional Child(ren)- $160
Non-Members Single Child- $235 / Non-Members Additional Child(ren)- $215
NO CAMP 4th of JULY (7/4/26)
**No refunds given for days registered for/not attended.
**Packet + Registration fee required prior to registration for any days/weeks of program. **NEW 2026 Camp Information available now.
2026 SUMMER CAMP PRICING (PDF)
2026 CAMP REGISTRATION FORMS (PDF)
Contact our Youth Development Director, Maya Ahlstrom, for more information at (815) 223-7904 ext. 035 | [email protected]
LaSalle Northwest
Grades: K – 5
Before School Location: LaSalle Northwest
After School Location: Illinois Valley YMCA
*After School participants will be bussed to the YMCA
Before Care: Monday-Friday / 6:30-7:45am
After Care: Monday-Friday / School Ends-5:30pm
Oglesby Lincoln
Grades: K – 5
Before School Location: Oglesby Lincoln
After School Location: Illinois Valley YMCA
*After School participants will be bussed to the YMCA
Before Care: Monday-Friday / 7:00-8:15am
After Care: Monday-Friday / School Ends-5:30pm
Peru Northview
Grades: K – 5
Before School Location: Peru Northview
After School Location: Illinois Valley YMCA
*After School participants will be bussed to the YMCA
Before Care: Monday-Friday / 6:30-8:30am
After Care: Monday-Friday / School Ends-5:30pm
STUDENTS THAT EAT SCHOOL BREAKFAST WILL BE RELEASED TO THE SCHOOL ONCE BREAKFST SERVICE BEGINS
LATE PICKUP FEES:
The YMCA kindly asks that you pick up promptly by 5:30PM or before each evening and respect our staff’s time. Late pickup fees are added to normal attendance. Late pickup fees are not covered by financial assistance programs and the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Late pickup fees are $20 for the first 15 minutes past program hours and $1.00 each minute thereafter.
LaSalle/Oglesby Before School | |
Y-Members | $5.00 |
Non-Y Members | $7.00 |
Peru Before School | |
Y-Members | $6.00 |
Non-Y Members | $8.50 |
After Care: Y-Members | |||
Days | 1st Child | 2nd Child | 3rd + child(ren) |
1 | $12.00 | $9.00 | $7.00 |
2 | $24.00 | $18.00 | $14.00 |
3 | $36.00 | $27.00 | $21.00 |
4 | $48.00 | $36.00 | $28.00 |
5 | $60.00 | $45.00 | $35.00 |
After Care: Non-Y Members | |||
Days | 1st Child | 2nd Child | 3rd + child(ren) |
1 | $17.00 | $15.00 | $13.00 |
2 | $34.00 | $30.00 | $26.00 |
3 | $51.00 | $45.00 | $39.00 |
4 | $68.00 | $60.00 | $52.00 |
5 | $85.00 | $75.00 | $65.00 |
Early Release (2PM) | 1st Child | 2nd Child | 3rd + child(ren) |
Y-Member | $17.00 | $14.00 | $11.00 |
Non-Y Member | $25.00 | $22.00 | $17.00 |
½ Day (12PM) | 1st Child | 2nd Child | 3rd + child(ren) |
Y-Member | $28.00 | $23.00 | $17.00 |
Non-Y Member | $42.00 | $37.00 | $31.00 |
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
After Care
After care ends at 5:30PM. You may pick up any time prior to 5:30PM. Please contact your respective school for bus information if attending LaSalle or Peru Elementary Schools. The YMCA is not responsible for bussing. Please ensure that your child knows if they are to get off at the YMCA.
Sign In/Out
All participants must be signed in at before care and out at after care. Staff will require a signature at drop off and pick up. Emergency contacts can be updated online at any time. Any person not on the emergency pick up list will be denied pickup access.
Group Care
The YMCA before and after school program is designed to provide group care. Staff are unable to provide 1-on-1 aid to any child for an extended period. Participants must be able to function within the group structure to attend the program.
Snow Days
In the event of school cancellation due to severe weather YMCA before and after school will not be in session.