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Preschool Child Care
Learning through play!
We meet the developmental needs of each individual child by working in partnership with their families. We utilize the Creative Curriculum; a research-based curriculum that is led by student interests, uses play as a tool for learning and encourages critical thinking skills through investigation and project-based learning. The interdisciplinary format uses different components for different parts of the school day, including math and literacy. Children are immersed in high-quality learning in a safe, nurturing and welcoming environment.
Plus, how many other child care centers have a pool and a gym???
*Prices Subject to Change
2 year old
Early Childhood Education
Ages 2-3 | 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We also emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership
- Separate and secure entrance for Early Childhood families
- City of Madison-accredited
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact:
Wendy Currie
Early Childhood Education Director
608-906-8857
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/24 | 11/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1390.00 | $ 1390.00 | $ 1390.00 |
2 year old
Early Childhood Education
Ages 2-3 | 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We also emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership
- YoungStar 5-Star rating
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact:
Sarah Peppas
Director of Early Childhood Education
608.478.4307
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12/1/24 | 11/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1390.00 | $ 1390.00 | $ 1390.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/01/25 - 07/31/25
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Waiting List | |
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08/01/25 - 08/31/25
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Waiting List | |
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09/01/25 - 09/30/25
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Waiting List | |
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10/01/25 - 10/31/25
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Waiting List | |
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11/01/25 - 11/30/25
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Waiting List | |
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12/01/25 - 12/31/25
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Waiting List |
2.5 year old
Early Childhood Education
Ages 2.5-3 | 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership
- Secure and separate entrance for Early Childhood families
- City of Madison-accredited
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact:
Tracy Peterson
Early Childhood Director
608-906-8808
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/1/24 | 11/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1440.00 | $ 1440.00 | $ 1440.00 |
3-5 year old
Early Childhood Education
Ages 3-5 | 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership
- Secure and separate entrance for Early Childhood families
- City of Madison-accredited
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact
Tracy Peterson
Early Childhood Director
608-906-8808
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/1/24 | 11/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1375.00 | $ 1375.00 | $ 1375.00 |
3-5 year old
Early Childhood Education
Ages 3-5 | 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually, and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We also emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership.
- YoungStar 5-Star rating
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact:
Sarah Peppas
Early Childhood Education Director
608-478-4307
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12/1/24 | 11/30/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1350.00 | $ 1350.00 | $ 1350.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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07/01/25 - 07/31/25
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Waiting List | |
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08/01/25 - 08/31/25
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Waiting List | |
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09/01/25 - 09/30/25
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Register | |
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10/01/25 - 10/31/25
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Register | |
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11/01/25 - 11/30/25
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Register | |
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12/01/25 - 12/31/25
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Register |
3-5 year olds
Early Childhood Education
Ages 3-5| 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We also emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership
- Separate and secure entrance for Early Childhood families
- City of Madison-accredited
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact:
Wendy Currie
Early Childhood Education Director
608-906-8657
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/1/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1350.00 | $ 1350.00 | $ 1350.00 |
12-24 months
Early Childhood Education
Ages 12-24 months | 7:00 am-5:30 pm
Your child will have opportunities to explore, experience, question, create and learn. We believe in developing each child individually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially while meeting each child’s needs and learning styles. We also emphasize healthy living by providing daily physical activity and meals and snacks that follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
YMCA Early Childhood Education program benefits:
- Free family membership
- Separate and secure entrance for Early Childhood families
- City of Madison-accredited
- Y Financial Assistance available and WI Shares accepted
For more information, availability or to schedule a tour, please contact:
Wendy Currie
Early Childhood Education Director
608-906-8857
[email protected]
Registration Information ($100.00 One time registration fee)
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/1/24 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 1800.00 | $ 1800.00 | $ 1800.00 |
