YMCA Day Care & Preschool Programs
From the very beginning, the Y’s day care and preschool programs nurture the potential of every child. Each day, children experience success in a warm, caring and fun environment that stimulates their natural curiosity and encourages personal expression.
Parent Resources
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Scholarships and Financial Assistance
The Y offers need-based assistance to help individuals and families access the programs that are important to them.
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How to prepare your child (and you) for kindergarten
Building a foundation for learning is the best thing you can do when choosing a child care program.
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Kids who play, learn all day
How learning through play can give your child the free time they need to express themselves.
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What is Creative Curriculum®?
YMCA uses a research-based approach for their day care and preschool programs.