YMCA PRESCHOOL
Serving the Douglas County community for more than 37 years
Program Details
At YMCA Preschool, we support whole-child development in a safe, engaging, and community-centered space. Our program is thoughtfully designed for children ages 3 to 5 who are fully potty trained. Led by a team of dedicated and experienced teachers, our curriculum balances academic learning with essential social and emotional development. We partner with families to ensure every child feels supported, confident, and excited to explore the world around them.
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Ages Served: 3 – 5 years (potty trained)
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Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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Year-Round Care
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Focus Areas: Early learning, social skills, emotional growth, and family engagement
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Looking for Care for Children Over 5?
What makes our program unique
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Caring, Qualified Staff
Our dedicated teachers are trained in child development and passionate about helping children succeed. Every staff member is carefully screened and participates in ongoing professional training to ensure the highest quality care. -
Engaging Activities
Each day is thoughtfully planned with a balance of hands-on learning, arts and crafts, games, physical activity, homework help, and social play. We foster creativity, independence, and teamwork through structured and free-choice activities. -
Social and Emotional Growth
We focus on the whole child — encouraging not only academic support but also friendship-building, confidence, empathy, and conflict resolution. Your child will feel supported, respected, and heard. -
Safe and Supportive Environment
With an emphasis on safety, inclusion, and belonging, we strive to make every child feel valued and cared for. Families can feel confident knowing their children are in good hands. -
Family Partnerships
We believe in working together with parents and caregivers to support every child’s development. Our team communicates regularly with families and welcomes feedback to continuously improve the program.
We accept ERDC - our number is: SZB00000
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For more information about the program see the Parent Handbook link above. If you are interested in signing your child up, proceed with the Registration Inquiry link.