EARLY LEARNING CENTERS
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If you have further questions or would like assistance, please reach out to our team at Enroll@ymcanorthernsky.org or 701.364.4117
YMCA Child Care Program Enrollment - First Step
Let your child learn, grow and thrive at the YMCA. Our Early Learning Centers provide quality, licensed care for infants – preschool children. Our curriculum incorporates math, science, dramatic play, music, art and computers to provide opportunities for group and independent learning experiences. All sites are accredited by NAEYC or working toward this prestigious distinction.
YMCA Early Learning Child Care
Hours of Operation:
6:30am – 6:00pm
Ages Served:
Infant: 6 weeks – 18 months
Toddler: 18 – 36 months
Preschool: 3 – 5 years
Infant/Toddler
Infant/toddler care is SO much more than basic care. Teachers strive to attain balance and harmony with children’s home schedule. Teachers' lesson plans improve gross and fine motor skills and social/emotional development, and give them sensory and cognitive experiences. The classrooms experience independent, whole group, and small group activities, go outside daily, and develop a bond with their head and assistant teacher as well as with support staff that will interact with them. We provide formula, food, and baby wipes, asking families to provide only diapers or pull-ups and a change of clothing for your child. Children in these classrooms have the ratio of 1:4 for infants and 1:5 for toddlers. Please check out our curriculum page to learn more about what goes on in their classroom!
Preschool
The classrooms have a daily schedule that allows for activities independently, as well as whole and small group activities. The children play outside daily and experience field trips and guest speakers. Children in the preschool classrooms have a ratio of 1:7 for three year olds and 1:10 for four year olds. Please check out our curriculum tab to learn more about what happens in our preschool classrooms!
Kindergarten/School Age
After school children will have snack time, time to work on homework with educators, time for large motor play, and small group and independent play times. Children in these classrooms have a ‘school out day’ option available. Just sign up in advance to reserve a space for school vacation days and summer care.
Additional Benefits
- Transportation to/from swimming lessons at the Fercho Y (contact a director for details)
- Vacation Bible School option at YMCA Early Learning Center at Calvary
- High Quality Early Childhood Education
- All children enrolled receive member rates on Y programs, services, and events
Early Learning Center Site Directory
Looking for site addresses? Need contact information for a specific Early Learning Center, or a specific Site Director? Check out the Child Care Site Listing below for the names and addresses of all YMCA Child Care sites, including School Age Learning Center sites!
Program Features
- Qualified teachers and assistant teachers trained in education, CPR, and First Aid
- Open year round, 6:30am to 6:00pm
- Swimming lessons and other YMCA programs available (Fercho YMCA)
- Transportation to the Fercho YMCA for Swim Lessons
- Field trips to parks and special events
- Special one-on-one attention, as well as age appropriate group learning activities
- Emphasis on developing each child’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual selves
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- A schedule of activities throughout the day that balances quiet/active and cognitive/gross motor skills
- All children enrolled receive member rates on Y programs, services, and events
- Cognitive games (letter, shape recognition, number), singing, fingerplays, group games, stories, and more
- Transportation to and from most area schools
Enrollment Information
When your child enrolls in a YMCA child care program, you will receive an enrollment packet to fill out. Along with the paperwork, you will need to provide a copy of your child’s immunization record, copy of your child’s birth certificate, and medical insurance information. Please contact an Early Learning Director to obtain an enrollment packet. To get started, email us at Enroll@ymcanorthernsky.org.
Financial Assistance
The YMCA provides scholarships to families who are in need. Visit our Financial Assistance page for more information on how to apply.