Fall Program Registration Opens to Members on September 25th.

Keystone STARS

Y programs are licensed by the Office of Child Development, PA Department of Public Welfare and meet YMCA of the USA Quality Check Standards.  Like a hotel rating system, Y programs are accredited by the Pennsylvania Keystone STARS program.  That’s important to you as a parent because you can be sure your kids are thriving in the highest quality learning environment with qualified, certified teachers who annually seek continuing education and certifications in CPR/First Aid, Water Safety, Fire Safety & Child Development.

All Y programs are either Keystone 3 or 4 accredited.  Each stars designation has its own research-based performance standards.  These standards measure areas of childcare and education.

What you can expect from the quality rating is:

  • Professional development and training for our teachers; half to two-thirds of the staff have completed or are enrolled in credentials or degrees
  • Literacy activities including reading, story-telling and encouraging written and verbal communication
  • Parent and community resources are used effectively in the quality delivery of the program
  • Business, organizational and staff compensation practices are maximized
  • A review of the program center by a nationally recognized environment rating scale that indicates a high quality score

Contact Us

Please feel free to call or email us at your preferred location, or chat with us for more information.

12285 YMCA Drive
Edinboro, PA 16412
General: (814) 734-5700
Email: [email protected]

31 W 10th St
Erie, PA 16412
General: (814) 452-3261
Email: [email protected]

2101 Nagle Road
Erie, PA 16510
General: (814) 899-9622
Email: [email protected]

3727 Cherry Street
Erie, PA 16508
General: (814) 868-0867
Email: [email protected]

8600 West Lake Road
Lake City, PA 16423
General: (814) 402-1225
Email: [email protected]

Infants and Toddlers

Children 6 wks.-2 years bond with their caregivers and thrive in high quality educational environment.

Traditional Preschool

Children 3-5 years become Kindergarten ready through child-centered activities.

Pre-K Counts

High-quality preschool program offered to qualifying families at no cost.

School-Age

Before & After-School Enrichment & Summer Camp

Keystone STARS

A recognized accreditation program ensures high quality standards and educated teachers.

Summer Camp

Traditional Day Camp for school-age children at convenient locations throughout Erie County.