When School is Out, the Y is Open!
School Day Off & Snow Day Care at the Lake County YMCA
When school is closed, whether it's a planned day off or an unexpected snow day, the Lake County YMCA is here for your family. Our School Day Off & Snow Day Care program provides a full day of safe, supervised fun for children in grades K-6.
Kids will stay active, engaged, and social with a variety of enriching activities, including:
- Arts & Crafts
- Games and sports
- Swimming (when available)
- Group activities and more!
Whether they're making friends, discovering new interests, or just burning off energy in a positive environment, your child will love spending the day at the Y, while you enjoy peace of mind knowing they are in good hands.
SCHOOL DAYS OFF PROGRAM
When school is out, the Y is in!
The Central YMCA offers a fun, safe, and engaging full day child care program during scheduled school closures and holidays. Whether it's a teacher in-service day, spring break, or any planned day off, your child(ren) will enjoy a full schedule of supervised activities including arts & crafts, games, sports, swimming (when available), and more. With our caring staff and enriching environment, you can count on the Y to keep your child active, learning, and having fun while you're at work.
2025/2026 SCHOOL DAYS OFF
October 10 | November 4 | November 26 |
December 22-23 | December 26 | December 29-30 |
January 2 | January 19 | February 16 |
March 16-20 (Mentor Schools) | March 23-27 (Painesville & Riverside) | April 6 |
LOCATION: Central YMCA, 933 Mentor Avenue, Painesville
AGES: Kindergarten - 12 years old
HOURS:
Camp Care: 9:00am - 4:00pm (Don't forget to pack a lunch, swimsuit, and towel)
Extended Care: 7:00am - 9:00am and 4:00pm - 6:00pm
FEES:
Members: $40 / $5 Extended Care
Non-Members: $60 / $10 Extended Care
SNOW DAY CARE AT THE Y
Unexpected day off? We’ve got you covered.
When snow or weather-related closures happen, the Central YMCA steps in to support families with reliable full-day care. Your child(ren) will stay safe, warm, and busy with engaging activities such as crafts, games, sports, and swimming (when available). Our staff are ready to provide a fun and structured environment—so you can go about your day knowing your child is in great hands.
AGES: Kindergarten - 12 years old
HOURS:
Camp Care: 9:00am - 5:00pm (Don't forget to pack a lunch, swimsuit, and towel)
Extended care is not available on snow days
Snow days are ONLY offered if Painesville City Schools are closed.
FEES:
Members: $40 / $60 Non-Members
To save on enrollment fees, please contact us about a Y membership
For more information, please call our Program Director, E. Hennies, at 440-579-4530 or email ehennies@lakecountyymca.org
2024/2025 SCHOOL DAY OFF | ||
October 11 | October 18 | November 5 |
December 2 | December 23, 26, 27, 30 , January 2,3,6 | January 20 |
February 17 | February 24 | March 21 |
March 24 - 28 | April 21 |
FEES:
- Members: $40 / $5 Extended Care
- Non-Members: $60 / $10 Extended Care
2024/2025 SCHOOL DAY OFF | ||
October 11 | October 18 | November 5 |
December 2 | December 23 - January 3 | January 20 |
February 17 | February 24 | March 21 |
March 24 - 28 | April 21 |
FEES:
- Members: $40 / $5 Extended Care
- Non-Members: $60 / $10 Extended Care
*IMPORTANT: Extended Care is NOT available on snow days
*For more information, please contact Marco Formichelli at mformichelli@lakecountyymca.org