Our NAECYC Accredited Preschool Program combines a safe and happy educational environment with stimulating and engaging learning experiences proven to promote school readiness. At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That’s why our childcare at the Regional YMCA offers a variety of programs that offer a safe, stable and nurturing environment for children 3 years old to 12 years old.
THE REGIONAL
YMCA OF WESTERN CT
Preschool
Our Safety Precautions
We follow the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood COVID-19 Guidelines
- Frequent hand washing
- Social distancing
- Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting
- Masks required for staff and children 3 years old and older
- Daily health screenings
Hours of Operation
Monday- Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
Preschool Contact:
Michele Burbage-Halberg
Preschool/ Branch Director
203.744.4890
mburbage@regionalymca.org
For children ages 3-5 years, (not yet attending Kindergarten). Program focuses on physical, social, emotional development, concentrating on the individual child. Our qualified and nurturing staff sets us apart. Supporting families is our specialty.
Program Details
Full Time, Year Round
Part Time, School Year (Monday – Friday) 9:15am-11:45am
- Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards
- Pre-K learning environment
- Developmental learning centers
- Math, science & literacy
- Large outdoor play areas
- Family activities and workshops
- Weekly nurse visits
- Secure building
Pricing
Tuition is a yearly rate, charged on a weekly basis and is due in advance on the Friday PRECEDING your child’s attendance. Credit cards on file will be charged automatically.
Full Time Weekly Rate
Preschool $256
Part Time Weekly Rate
Preschool (September – Mid June) $75 per week
3-5 Year Old Program
Welcome to our state licensed School Readiness Program. Our program is for 3-5 year olds not yet attending Kindergarten who are Danbury Residents. Programs focuses on physical, social and emotional development concentrating on the individual child. Our qualified and nurturing staff sets us apart.
*This program is only for Danbury Residents. It is a State of Connecticut Funded Program; families will provide proof of Danbury Residency, income taxes, pay stubs, and child’s birth certificate.
Program Details
Full Time, Year Round (Monday-Friday)
Part Time, School Year – September to June (Monday-Friday) 9:15am – 11:45 am
- Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards
- Pre- K learning environment
- Developmental learning centers
- Math, science, & literacy enrichment
- Large outdoor play areas
- Family activities and workshops
- Weekly nurse visits
- Secure building
Pricing
A sliding fee scale based on family size and income is used to determine weekly tuition costs. Once we receive Financial documents we will be able to calculate tuition.