YWCA Discovery Place

An Early Learning Center in Downtown Youngstown

YWCA Discovery Place is a licensed center offering affordable, quality childcare close to home, class, and work. We serve children ages 6 weeks to 5 years with infant, toddler, and preschool programs. We are proud to have a low teacher-to-child ratio and degreed staff.

We offer year-round kindergarten readiness curriculum and STEM-focused education for preschoolers. All children in our care receive nutritious meals and snacks, enjoy indoor and outdoor play, and take part in field trips.

Hours

Open Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Available Discounts:

Up to 10% discount for families working or living within a 2-mile radius of YWCA
ODJFS childcare vouchers welcome!

For more information, please contact:

Keona Christian at (330) 746-6361 ext. 126 or kchristian@mvywca.org

Childcare at YWCA is supported by United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley.

Childcare Information

YWCA Discovery Place is located at YWCA Mahoning Valley’s Youngstown office. We are conveniently located between YSU’s campus and downtown.

YWCA Discovery Place
25 W. Rayen Ave.
Youngstown, OH 44503

Parents and guardians can expect to be buzzed in when dropping off and picking up children.

Childcare Interest Form

Please use this form if you are interested in learning more about our childcare program, and our staff will reach out to you.

Parent/Guardian Name*
First Last
Email*
Phone*
Child's Name*
Child's Age in Months*
What days and times do you predict you will need childcare?*
Our hours are M-F, 6:30 am - 6 pm.
Do you prefer to be emailed or called?*

You can make a payment in person at YWCA’s office or use our online form to make a payment to your account.

After you’ve spoken with our staff and made the decision to enroll your child in YWCA’s childcare program, you will need to fill out and return the Standard Enrollment Packet. This form must be signed by hand in order to be accepted.

Standard Enrollment Packet: YWCA Discovery Place Contract 2023

CACFP Enrollment Form

Payment Fee Structure: YWCA Childcare Rates

Additional forms which may requested by staff:

Request for administration of Medication: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01217/pdf/
Routine trip permission form: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01225/pdf/
Field trip permission form: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01226/pdf/
Child enrollment and health information: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01234/pdf/
Infant sleep position waiver: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01235/pdf/
Child medical physical care plan: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01236/pdf/
Child Medical statement: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01305/pdf/
Basic infant information form: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS01218/pdf/
Special diet form: http://education.ohio.gov/getattachment/Topics/Other-Resources/Food-and-Nutrition/Child-and-Adult-Care-Food-Program-CACFP/CACFP-Center-Based-Component/Special_Diet_Form_CACFP.pdf.aspx

*Note that any children under 18 months must maintain full-time status.

USDA Guidelines

Nondiscrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: How to File a Complaint, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

(1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

(2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or

(3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.