Member Testimonials
The staff is friendly and helpful.
The Puyallup ELC has been great. My child loves the staff and looks forward to going everyday. I really appreciate the changes you've made to the curriculum in the past 6 months. I’ve seen a lot of improvement in my child’s educational skill set.
We absolutely love YMCA ELC!
Our daughter is so happy there, and we couldn’t ask for a better team to care for her. The staff are incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in her well-being. Every day, we receive regular updates and the sweetest pictures that brighten our day and help us feel connected to what she’s learning and doing. It’s clear they go above and beyond to make each child feel loved and supported. We’re so grateful for the nurturing environment they’ve created—it truly feels like a second home for our daughter.
The care, programming and humans are fantastic
Miss Jeana!!! She made everything so amazing and cared so much about the kids and families. We will miss her tremendously!
Thank you so much to the staff at East Port Orchard. This first year of kindergarten was a rough transition for me and my daughter and I always appreciated knowing that my daughter enjoyed her time in morning care so much. I'm sorry we rarely made it. I especially appreciate the few times that my husband was stuck at work and I was able to get my daughter into day of afternoon care. Those days saved us.
Puyallup school district really needs Ycare services. Please &Thank You :)
On-site, affordable.
Accessibility and affordability
Structure and kindness. Every kid is so different that having teachers who understand that and work with each child differently is so appreciated.
My kids are happy. The environment is always well-ordered and the staff is friendly & professional
Time of open and close work well for working families
Sticker chart for prizes very motivating for 2nd grader
Fun, energetic staff
Creative art projects
Encourage physical activity
Snacks provided
I love the staff, they are so caring and thoughtful with the kiddos. I feel great leaving Ben in the steady and fun care YMCA After Child Care provides.
Mr. Sean has been there for so long we know what to expect. My kids are comfortable there
It helps to be able work more hrs or longer and my child gets a free ymca membership.
There has been noticeable positive changes in the program this year. The staff seem more engaged and to be enjoying being around children again. I appreciate getting pictures and news about what they have been doing. I am very grateful for whatever has been done to make the environment more nurturing and hope your staff continues to get support. Thanks!
The kind and welcoming staff! Our daughter loves being there and we always receive a warm hello when we walk in the door. Whenever we forget to communicate that our daughter will not be coming that day, they always reach out immediately to ensure her whereabouts are known. We also appreciate that Y Care offers childcare on 1/2 days and during breaks so families can continue receiving the support they need. It is so nice to know that when I cannot be there with my kids after school, I am really glad the Y care staff can be.
It's convenient at the school and we like Mr Oleg.
Over the years my child has had great mentorship from the staff and they make her feel safe and acknowledged.
Love the YMCA care givers and the activities they provide!
The staff! Hands down, the nicest and most welcoming people work at our child care location (Harbor Heights). I wouldn't take my kids anywhere else.
Mr. Oleg and Mo have gone above and beyond to
Support my kids this year. It wasn’t an easy transition for them coming to a new school but they were always treated fairly. Everyone has been professional and I feel safe leaving them in good care.
We’ve always had a great experience with Y childcare!
I love the amount of games, puzzles and outside activities that our son is able to access. It gives him some time before and after school to decompress and be with friends, but still have engaging activities to work on. Also, Ms. Sherry and the other staff are always so kind, welcoming and truly supportive of our son. He adores them and it makes the whole process of having before/after school due to being a working mom so much easier.
All of the teachers at Y Kids go above and beyond to care for my son, and I feel peace knowing he's in good hands before and after school. Special shout out to Dom, Kimi and Flan.
Staff is wonderful. I appreciate that the childcare site is open and available for most school closures. Highly recommended for the activities and availability for summer camp.
Very supportive staff. :)
Mr. Oleg at Grant is fantastic! He is so positive, knows the kids, and is full of energy. He is more than a childcare provider; he is an educator.
They are kind courteous and friendly
I love that YMCA childcare provides a safe, nurturing space where my grandson can grow and has grown socially and emotionally. Beyond basic care, they emphasize core values like respect, responsibility, honesty, and kindness. What I appreciate most is their whole-child approach: programs that balance academics, social-emotional learning, physical activity, and creativity to give children a well-rounded experience. Had it not been affordable and accessible, I don’t know how I would manage. The staff truly care, and I value their commitment to teaching positive values and creating a strong sense of community.
Kenya Storey
Puyallup, WA