Ninety-eight percent of graduating YMCA preschool and pre-kindergarten students exceed Twin Cities kindergarten readiness standards. From the beginning stages of life, the Y provides a nurturing environment for your child to learn, grow and thrive.
Our Approach
We support your family values and work with you to expand your child’s world. Mastering new, age-appropriate skills, your child will build on accomplishments. Learning through play provides a solid foundation they can take to kindergarten and beyond.
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Curriculum
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Philosophy
Our Programs
We offer full-day care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and pre-kindergarteners and part-day preschool. Through our values—caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and equity—we’ll develop your child to their fullest potential, from social skills to kids’ fitness.
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Infant
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Toddler
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Preschool
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Pre-K
Our Values
The Y is for all. We are committed to providing high-quality, transparent day care and preschool programs. We believe every family, no matter their income, deserves access to knowledgeable, skilled teachers and staff.
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Qualified Teachers
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Top Accreditation
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