YMCA of West Central Florida

About Us

The YMCA Early Learning Center at McLaughlin Middle High provides high-quality early childhood education and out-of-school time care for families in Lake Wales and surrounding communities. Located at 250 E Grove Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853, the center offers Preschool, VPK, and Afterschool/Summer Programming. Rooted in the YMCA’s core focus areas—youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility—we support school readiness, strengthen families, and help people reach their full potential