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Preschool Age Child Care

 

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New YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center

in downtown Kennewick!

 

What does it take to prepare a child for kindergarten? Our Early Childhood Learning Center balances play and imagination with curriculum designed just for preschool. Y kids enter kindergarten prepared for a lifetime of learning.

On the surface, it looks like full-time child care for children ages 2-5. Underneath, kids are embarking on a voyage of learning with child-centered curriculum that addresses development of the whole child.

YMCA preschool care builds on children's natural desire to learn new things and become more self-reliant. In addition to an emphasis on scholastics, we build upon the values that you work to instill everyday - like getting along with other children, sharing, taking turns, and problem solving skills.

The Y is an exciting and challenging place, helping preschoolers stretch their skills in mind and body. Click to see pop up of typical daily schedule.

Family

No matter how many hours children spend in child care, we know that family is the most important structure in their lives. Like all Y programs, child care is open to all, with financial aid available. YMCA Preschool Staff work in partnership with parents to help kids grow up healthy, happy and strong. We’d love to meet you and show you around our Early Childhood Learning Center.

Location:

At the YMCA facility located at 1234 Columbia Park Trail, Richland.

Hours:

We’re open from 7am to 6pm Monday through Friday

Rates:

Full Time Care Only
Ages 2-3 - $636 per month
Ages 4-5 - $552 per month
Rates include breakfast and two snacks. A $50.00 registration fee is due annually. Like all Y programs, the Early Childhood Learning Center is open to everyone; we accept DSHS payment and financial assistance is available.

Registration:

  • Download our Registration Form and Parent Packet to familiarize yourself with our program.
  • Call our office at 374-1908 to check for availability.
  • Schedule a tour with Bonnie our preschool director, plan to bring your preschooler with you.
  • Once you have all your questions answered and Bonnie has gotten to know your preschooler, enrollment takes place at the YMCA office

Oh and once your child is enrolled, you’re encouraged to drop by any time, join us on a field trip, or help out in the classroom.