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(802) 862-9622 or (802) 655-9622 |
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Mondays-Fridays:
Cardio/Gym: 5:00am-9:00pm
Lap Pool: 5:45am-8:45pm
Program Pool: 6:00am-8:45pm
Winooski Y: 6:00am-9:00pm
Saturdays:
Cardio/Gym: 6:00am-5:00pm
Lap Pool: 6:45am-4:45pm
Program Pool: 7:00am-4:45pm
Winooski Y: 7:00am-3:00pm
Sundays:
Cardio/Gym: 7:00am-2:00pm
Lap Pool: 7:00am-1:45pm
Program Pool: 7:00am-1:45pm
Winooski Y: 7:00am-3:00pm
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Main Address:
266 College St.
Burlington, VT
05401
Winooski Address:
32 Malletts Bay Ave.
Winooski, VT
05404
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION |
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For information about
enrollment, call 862-9622.
Any questions, please email
Kim Pease.
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The Preschool and Kindergarten program has provided children a great start to lifelong learning since 1975.
Located at the YMCA, 266 College Street, the YMCA Preschool and Kindergarten is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Preschool programs are available for 2 - 6 year olds, 2, 3 or 5 mornings per week.
Full day options are available to 3 - 6 year old children.
Offered on a school calendar basis, with a summer program possibly available for full day children. The early education
program include swim, physical education and field trips in conjunction with an enriching curriculum
providing hands-on learning through art, music and movement, dramatic play, sensory tables,
language and literacy, outdoor play and group time.
Our nationally accredited and state approved kindergarten includes an enriched,
integrated curriculum with optimal student/teacher ratios, as well as physical and aquatic education.
If you are interested in downloading the Parent Handbook for 2006-2007 onsite
Preschool and Kindergarten programs, click here.
If you are interested in downloading the Parent Handbook for 2006-2007 off-site Preschool programs,
click here.
You can also download a list of the Top 10 Choking Foods and a list of
Lunch and Snack Ideas.
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| Our Goals |
- To provide a safe, warm and comfortable environment in which each child can build strong, positive relationships with adults and other children.
- To develop positive self-concepts by creating an atmosphere geared to successful experiences.
- To provide opportunities for each child to develop his/her whole body through small and large muscle activities.
- To promote character development by teaching and demonstrating the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
- To give each child a stimulating and creative experience that promotes a genuine desire to learn.
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| Teaching Staff |
The teaching team consists of caring, trained early-education professionals.
Teachers are qualified by formal education and experience, and are of the highest character and personal standards.
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| Curriculum |
Our curriculum is a blend of teacher-directed and individual learning experiences, incorporated within a multisensory hands-on approach.
Children learn by using their five senses to explore the world around them while developing an increased ability to think, reason, question and experiment.
They learn how to follow directions, and make choices in an environment filled with language and enrichment opportunities.
Swim and gym instructions are also a part of the weekly preschool and kindergarten curriculum.
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| Program Philosophy |
The YMCA Preschool and Kindergarten believes in fostering social, emotional, physical,
cognitive and creative development through enriching experiences and positive relationships.
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Two's Time -
This program is designed to offer 2 year olds the opportunity to socialize,
play and experience a wide range of activities including gym class.
The two-day program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am-noon.
Maximum enrollment is 10 children. Children enrolled must be 2 by September.
Two or Three Morning Preschool -
The two-morning preschool meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9am-noon.
Children must be turning three by December 31st to attend.
The three-morning preschool meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-noon.
Children enrolled in the three-day program must be three by September 1.
Classroom activities include art, songs, sharing, free-play, stories, snack, field trips and group circle/meeting times.
In addition to all classroom activities, children participate in a weekly swim and gym class.
Full-Day Preschool -
The full-day program (7:30am - 5:30pm) incorporates all the aspects of the morning preschool program with an extended day.
The longer day allows for more social, gym, swim, and activity time.
Children may enroll in 2, 3 or 5 days per week.
This program is for 3 to 5 year-olds.
Kindergarten -
($165 per week) The Kindergarten is approved by the State of Vermont. The program runs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
The academic emphasis mainly occurs in the morning and in the early afternoon. The Kindergarten offers children a rich curriculum with a concentration
in language, literacy, math, science, and social skills.
The curriculum also includes swim and gym, field trips, art/music activities, outdoor play, circle time, and free "choice time".
Afternoons are more recreationally based with outdoor play and special projects.
To enroll, children must be 5 years-old by September 1 or eligible to attend first grade the following year in their school district.
Y-Preschool and Kindergarten Summer Program - This
eight week program is designed for children ages 3 to 6 years that
are in need of a full summer program. The 8 week program begins June
25th and includes arts/crafts, swim lessons, fieldtrips, outside
play and other theme based activities. Parents may choose 2,3 or 5
days . The YMCA's early education staff leads this program. Tuition
for 5 days ranges from $152-$167 depending on town of residence. For
more information call Kim Pease at (802) 862-9622 ext 149.
Y-Preschool Day Camp at Orchard Elementary in South
Burlington - This program is available for children ages 3-5
years. Sessions are two weeks long. Parents may choose 2, 3 or 5
days a week per session. Tuition for a 2 week session is $322. Each
session features a fun theme and activities including baking,
sports, arts and crafts, outside play and more. Sessions begin June
18th. For more information please call Didi Harris at (802) 864-6436.
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