At the Keene Family YMCA, we are deeply committed to meeting the childcare needs of our community. We believe that every family should have access to high-quality early education and care, and we continually seek ways to expand our services to better serve families in the Monadnock region.
That’s why we are thrilled to announce that, as of March 31, Footsteps Daycare & Learning Center will officially become the YMCA Children’s Learning Center South! This transition will allow us to expand our footprint and serve even more families in our community by providing high-quality care for children from infants to preschool and beyond.
A Smooth and Supportive Transition
As part of this transition, all current staff at Footsteps will join the Keene Family YMCA team, ensuring continuity of care and maintaining the trusted relationships families have built with their childcare providers.
Our YMCA childcare programs are licensed by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and we are proud to participate in the Granite Steps for Quality program, a voluntary quality recognition system aimed at improving the overall quality of childcare in New Hampshire.
What This Means for Families
All families enrolled in the newly named YMCA Children’s Learning Center South will not only continue to receive the same high-quality care but will also gain access to fantastic new benefits as YMCA childcare families.
Every child enrolled in YMCA childcare receives a free youth membership to the Keene Family YMCA! This means big savings on programs like swim lessons, gymnastics, and youth sports, plus free access to our many family-friendly activities, including:
- Open gymnastics
- Swimming in our aquatics center
- Climbing on our 30’ indoor rock wall
- Playing on our brand-new ninja training course
We are excited to offer these added benefits to families and to connect more children to all that the Y has to offer.
Our Ongoing Commitment to Childcare in the Monadnock Region
The Keene Family YMCA has a long history of serving our community and helping children grow and thrive. Youth Development is at the heart of our mission, and we recognize that accessible, high-quality childcare is essential to supporting local families.
Acquiring Footsteps Daycare & Learning Center is part of our larger strategy to expand childcare availability in our region. We know that the need for childcare continues to grow, and we are actively working to find solutions—whether that’s increasing capacity, opening new centers, or collaborating with community partners to support working families.
Welcome to the YMCA Family!
We are incredibly excited about this transition and can’t wait to welcome Footsteps families and staff into the YMCA community. We are here to answer any questions and ensure a smooth, positive experience for everyone involved.
Click here to learn more about our YMCA childcare programs or reach out to our team—we’d love to connect with you!
Together, we are building a stronger, more connected community—one child and one family at a time.