YMCA Carters Green Day Nursery

Our nursery managers are at National Conference today to meet with other YMCAs and present the details of our innovative curriculum.

Our recruitment evening is coming up fast - we're looking forward to welcoming potential new team members for a tour of our City Gateway nursery and an informal chat about the kinds of roles and progression available in YMCA.

If you're looking to start or progress in your childcare career, come along and see us Tuesday 18th July between 6pm - 7.30

For more details DM us or call 01902 371 550

Looking for a job in childcare?

We're hosting an Early Years Recruitment Evening on Tuesday 18th July from 6pm - 7.30pm at YMCA City Gateway, Wolverhampton.

We'd like to invite anyone who's leaving college and looking for an entry level apprenticeship or newly qualified position, or those who are looking to develop further into manager positions.

Join us and find out more about our current opportunities and why joining YMCA is more than just a job.

A really informative day out for our managers today who have attended the Nursery Managers Show at the NEC.

It was a great opportunity for our managers from across the Black Country to spend time together, share ideas, make connections and build their professional development.

Happy Eid ul-Adah!

Our nursery was visited by Andy Street this morning, Mayor of the West Midlands. He chatted with our staff about our new curriculum and even got involved in the children's 'bake off'.

Looking for a job in childcare?

We're hosting an Early Years Recruitment Evening on Tuesday 18th July from 6pm - 7.30pm at YMCA City Gateway, Wolverhampton.

We'd like to invite anyone who's leaving college and looking for an entry level apprenticeship or newly qualified position, or those who are looking to develop further into manager positions.

Join us and find out more about our current opportunities and why joining YMCA is more than just a job.

Wishing a very Happy Father’s Day to each and every dad and carer out there.

During , we celebrate the importance of caring for our physical, mental, and emotional health. At YMCA, we provide a wide range of programs and services that promote wellbeing for everyone.

One way we do this is by offering gym and fitness classes from our West Bromwich centre. We have affordable memberships available, with no joining fee plus 20% off in our onsite Coffee Shop.

Visit https://bit.ly/3GMrV0U to sign up

We're expanding our early years team and we're looking for inspiring and enthusiastic people to help us build a thriving next generation.

If you're looking for a career in early years education, YMCA can help you progress, whether you're an apprentice looking to find your first job or an aspiring nursery manager, we have roles to suit all levels in 8 day nurseries across the Black Country.

To find out what it's like to be a part of YMCA's early years team, please visit ymcabc.org.uk/nurseryjobs

Creating a connection and a place to belong is a strong antidote for loneliness. Join us in raising awareness this .

YMCA Small Street Centre through the Making Connections project helps people connect, socialise, and feel supported. One person we were able to help recently was Phillis, who attends multiple groups and activities since working with the team.

Read Phillis' story: https://bit.ly/3H4Ztbh

On this day 179 years ago, George Williams, alongside 11 others, founded YMCA in London. Today, YMCA has grown to serve 65 million people across 120 countries. 6 June is a day to celebrate YMCA and all it has achieved, as well as our ongoing commitment to empowering young people and strengthening communities.

We're looking for inspiring people to join our growing nursery team.

We have 8 nurseries located around the Black Country, with various roles available including apprenticeships, qualified practitioners and SEND Support Workers. For more details or to apply please visit ymcabc.org.uk/jobs

If you're planning a little spring cleaning over the weekend, then we'd love to take your unwanted items off your hands. Our charity shop in Wednesfield is always looking for quality, pre-loved goods such as clothing, DVDs, toys and household items to sell on in support of our local community.

If you're unable to drop your items to the shop, then why not leave them with our reception teams at YMCA West Bromwich, Wolverhampton or Walsall?

For more details please visit: https://bit.ly/3L4JT0v

Are you looking for the next step in your career? We're looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join our growing nursery team. We have a range of roles available across the Black Country.

Please visit ymcabc.org.uk/jobs to find out more and apply.

🥪 🥪 Not sure what to have for lunch? 🥪 🥪

There's a great deal to be had at Coffee at the Clock - a sandwich, drink and bag of crisps for only £3.90. Perfect to grab on the go!

You can find the coffee shop in the front of YMCA Western Gateway, West Bromwich.

To view a menu or for more details please visit https://bit.ly/41NTmAa

Today is Toddler Tuesday at Coffee at the Clock.

Every Tuesday, children under 5 eat for only £1, plus parents receive 20% discount! Drop by and treat yourself - you can find us at the front of YMCA Western Gateway in West Bromwich.

For more information please visit ymcabc.org.uk/coffee

A Polite Reminder!
Nursery will be closed Monday 8th May due to it being a bank holiday for Our Kings Coronation. We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 9th May.
We hope you have all had a wonderful weekend so far! Don't forget to share any celebrations you have been apart of and adventures you have taken. You can do this via our Nursery app so we can share with all your friends. God save Our King 👑🤴

Reminder!
Nursery will be closed Monday 1st May and will be open as normal Tuesday 2nd May.
We hope you all enjoy your weekend!

🥪 🥪 Not sure what to have for lunch? 🥪 🥪

There's a great deal to be had at Coffee at the Clock - a sandwich, drink and bag of crisps for only £3.90. Perfect to grab on the go!

You can find the coffee shop in the front of YMCA Western Gateway, West Bromwich.

To view a menu or for more details please visit https://bit.ly/41NTmAa

Join us for our first Afternoon Tea at Coffee at the Clock on Wednesday 24th May.

For only £15 per person, you'll receive a selection of sandwiches, cakes, scones with a pot of tea or coffee.

There will be two sittings available:
12:30pm - 2:00pm
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Speak to our Coffee at the Clock team or call to book your place 0121 524 1950

Happy from all of us at YMCA Black Country Group.

This , let's raise awareness about our planet’s challenges and inspire others to join the fight for a more sustainable future. Every action counts, whether reducing plastic waste, conserving energy, or supporting environmental initiatives.

With the sighting of the moon signalling the end of Ramadan, we wish to everyone celebrating tomorrow and into the weekend.

Timeline photos

Did you know YMCA Black Country Group has developed a bespoke curriculum?

Some of our senior leaders are attending a YMCA national conference today to discuss best practice and share the journey of how we developed our curriculum and how we a creating the next generation of thriving young people, through our nurseries.

Find out more: https://www.ymcabc.org.uk/ymca-bespoke-curriculum/

Happy Vaisakhi to everyone celebrating today!

He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay." - Matthew 28:6
Happy Easter Sunday to all!

Happy Easter to everyone celebrating! May your weekend be filled with joy, love, peace and hope.

Now available at in West Bromwich, YMCA reusable cups.

Buy yours today from the coffee shop for £7.50 and everytime you reuse it with us you'll get 10% off your favourite brew! ☕☕☕

We hope this comes in useful for some of our families over the upcoming half term.

Source: Money Saving Central

From all of us at YMCA Black Country Group, Ramadan Kareem to all observing in our community.

Over the Easter Holidays YMCA Black Country will be offering FREE exciting activities for children aged 5-16 who are eligible for HAF and living in Sandwell.

We offer a range of fun activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking sessions and much more.

Activities will run from YMCA Western Gateway, Carters Green, West Bromwich B70 9LG on the following dates:
Monday 3rd April
Tuesday 4th April
Wednesday 5th April
Thursday 6th April
Wednesday 12th April
Thursday 13th April

Book your child's activities today: http://app.holidayactivities.com/login

Over the Easter Holidays YMCA Black Country will be offering FREE exciting activities for children aged 5-16 who are eligible for HAF and living in Sandwell.

We offer a range of fun activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking sessions and much more.

Activities will run from YMCA Western Gateway, Carters Green, West Bromwich B70 9LG on the following dates:
Monday 3rd April
Tuesday 4th April
Wednesday 5th April
Thursday 6th April
Wednesday 12th April
Thursday 14th April

Book your child's activities today: http://app.holidayactivities.com/login

Happy International Day of Happiness! Let's spread happiness and kindness to those around us and make the world a brighter place. Be mindful, be grateful, be kind.

Come and join us on Friday 31st March for our Easter Service, as we learn from, remember and celebrate the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

We’ll have an incredible live band and worship team along with some Easter themed refreshments.

Our service will take place at St Andrew's Church, Carters Green, West Bromwich, B70 9LG. We look forward to seeing you there.