ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT &
CHILD CARE AT THE
ILLINOIS VALLEY YMCA
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Educators & Directors

Nancy Piccatto
Y Tykes Instructor

Julie Kobold
Just for Two’s Instructor

Maya Ahlstrom
Youth Development Director
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Just for Two's
Just for twos is the start of your child’s preschool experience, we pack a lot into the hour-long class. The focus of the class is socialization, learning to share and taking turns we also focus on learning to transition into different class structures, art time, playtime, snack time and carpet time. We believe learning can be fun.
Please note: Your child must be two years old by September 1st to register.

Y Tykes
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.
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.
Program | 2024/2025 Fees |
Just for Two's | Fees: Y Member $64/Month Non Member $84/Month *No registrations accepted without fees and signed forms. $50 registration and supply fee which is non-refundable. |
Y Tykes | Fees: Y Member $121/Month Non Member $159/Month *No registrations accepted without fees and signed forms. $95 registration and supply fee which is non-refundable. |
Before-School Care | LaSalle/Oglesby Before Care: Members $4.50/Non-Member $6.50 Peru Before Care: Members $5.50/Non-Members $8.25 *Please note that pricing for Before Care differs between LaSalle/Oglesby & Peru, as well as Members & Non-Members. |
After-School Care | LaSalle/Peru After Care: Members $11.00(1)/$8.50(2)/$6.50(3+) Non-Members $16.50(1)/$14.00(2)/$12.00(3+) *price break for multiple children |
Child Watch | FREE/No Cost |
Preschool Programs 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.
Just for Two’s
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 9–10A
Y Tykes
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: 9A – 12P
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 do not tumble anymore; however, we swim monthly.
For additional information or questions about our preschool programs, send us an email.
CHILD CARE
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.
Children are like sponges—they watch and absorb knowledge, skills and values from everything and everyone around them. 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.
Most importantly, children learn how to be their best selves. That makes for confident kids today, and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.
**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!
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 & Thursday: 9am-12pm | Wednesday: 9am-1pm | 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 & PRICES
- END DATE IS AUGUST 8th for the DISCOVERY CAMP & AUGUST 9th for the CHALLENGER CAMP
Discovery Camp (Pre-School Ages 3-5yrs.)
DATES: June 3rd-August 8th 2024
Monday – Thursday 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Y-MEMBERS Weekly: $65 | Daily: $20
NON-MEMBERS Weekly: $95 | Daily: $30
NO CAMP 4th of JULY (7/4/24)
Contact Y-Tykes Director, Nancy Picatto, for more information at [email protected]
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Challenger Camp (Ages:6-12yrs. old | 1st -7th Grade)
DATES: June 3rd-August 9th 2024
Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 5:30PM
REGISTRATION FEE: Individual- $45 / Family- $90
Drop-In/Daily Rate: Individual- $50 / Non-Members- $60
3 Day Rate:
Member Single Child- $130 / Member Additional Child(ren)- $120
Non-Members Single Child- $165 / Non-Member Additional Child(ren)- $145
5 Day Rate:
Member Single Child- $165 / Member Additional Child(ren)- $145
Non-Members Single Child- $215 / Non-Members Additional Child(ren)- $195
NO CAMP 4th of JULY (7/4/24)
**No refunds given for days registered for/not attended.
**Packet + Registration fee required prior to registration for any days/weeks of program.
Contact Youth Development Director, Maya Ahlstrom, for more information at (815) 223-7904 ext. 035 | [email protected]
The IL Valley YMCA offers child care services in partnership with IL Valley Community College. The child watch area is open and supervised FREE of cost to all students.
- Monday-Thursday: 8:45AM – 3:15PM
- Friday: 8:45AM – 12:00PM
- AGES: 3-5 years old, must FULLY potty trained. **For special circumstances, please contact Maya Ahlstrom.
- Room is located in the CTC building room 206
**Hours are subject to change without notice. Contact [email protected] or more details.
REGISTRATION PACK
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
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.