Preschool

Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

The Goals of the Kenosha YMCA Early Child Care Programs:

  • to help children develop to their fullest potential
  • to support and strengthen the family unit
  • deliver child care in a safe and positive environment
  • to teach, model, celebrate, practice, praise, and reinforce the four values of character development: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
  • to foster health and well-being for children and families

Our child care center combines state licensing regulations with the YMCA mission to offer children the highest quality care. Qualified staff foster social, emotional, physical, and educational growth through developmentally appropriate activities based on the Creative Curriculum. We believe children learn best through play and experiences and strive to offer variety each day. Some of these experiences include swim lessons for children age 3 and older, music, art, dramatic play, and outdoor activities as well as pre-reading and math skills.

Our programs are designed to encourage children to develop a love of learning, life, and others. Through the use of guided self-discovery and experiential learning, teachers focus on providing children with enriching experiences to facilitate social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth and development at the most critical time of a child’s development – their early years.

Our centers provide a warm, caring and fun environment that stimulates their natural curiosity and encourages personal expression. Children develop communication, reasoning and problem-solving skills through play, interaction with other children, and exploration of their environment. Early childhood education and learning programs help children grow physically, and mentally, while emphasizing and modeling the character development values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

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Our Kenosha YMCA Preschoolers

  • practice literacy and writing skills
  • practice numbers, counting and pre-math skills
  • imaginative & cooperative play
  • fine motor skills
  • gross motor skills
  • social skills & independence
  • use problem-solving to learn
  • stay active in our gyms and pools
  • GRADUATE KINDERGARTEN READY!!

Our Program Includes

  • Certified Teachers
  • Year-round, full-day program, Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 6:00pm
  • Socialization readiness skills such as letter, shape and number recognition using Creative Curriculum
  • Students learn diversity appreciation through multicultural activities, drama, dance and community service projects Certified Lead Teachers
  • Nutritionally sound breakfast, lunch and snack; under CACFP & HEPA guidelines
  • Good health practices through daily exercise and activity, including…
    • Weekly free swim lessons
    • Gym/Outdoor time
  • Visits to local sites and area businesses
  • Full / Half Day and Member Rates available

Please Note – The Registration Process Has Changed

HOW TO ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN TYKES & TOTS OR PRESCHOOL

Step 1. Complete Enrollment Packet
Click to Download Enrollment Packet
We HIGHLY recommend completing online and printing to sign OR downloading to complete & sign electronically via Acrobat Reader.
Forms are also available at the Member Service Desk at the Kenosha YMCA.

Step 2. Review Parent Policy Book
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Sign and submit acknowledgment page.

Step 3. Look for Confirmation E-mail
Confirmation E-mail will arrive in 1-2 business days with instructions on how to proceed.

Step 4: Complete Online Scheduling
Once you receive your confirmation e-mail, you may proceed to Online Scheduling. The link will be included in your confirmation e-mail.

Your child(ren) will officially be enrolled when ALL forms and ONLINE REGISTRATION are complete and turned in to the Kenosha YMCA.

ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN FOR 2024-25

  • Program open Monday – Friday, 6:30am-6:00pm
  • Enrollment is accepted year-round, and students may begin attending within two business days of providing space available and all required forms are complete.
  • A one-time Registration Fee of $30.00 per child is due at the time of enrollment
    • Online Enrollment
    • Flexible Scheduling (2 day minimum)
    • Multiple child discount: 10% off fees for each additional child attending the program
    • Wisconsin Works is accepted, and a co-pay may apply.
    • Enrollment is accepted year round; call for openings
  • Payments are due two-weeks in advance
  • Entry into Preschool depends on the following criteria:
    • The child’s developmental readiness
    • The child must be at least 3½ years old
    • The child needs to be fully potty trained
  • Meet Your Staff and Learn More
    • If interested in meeting your staff and learning more about the program, please contact the Youth & Family office at youthandfamily@kenoshaymca.org to schedule a meeting.

2024-25 RATES

  • 2 Year Olds
    • Fewer than 5 hours – Member $34/per day | General Public $39/per day
    • 5+ hours – Member $46/per day | General Public $51/per day
  • 3-5 Year Olds
    • Fewer than 5 hours – Member $31/per day | General Public $36/per day
    • 5+ hours – Member $43/per day | General Public $48/per day
    • Summer Camp $50/per day

*Multiple Child(ren) will receive a 10% discount after the first child is enrolled and each child after.

Financial Assistance

The Kenosha YMCA is a state licensed facility that accepts W-2 (Wisconsin Works) payment. Any families that receive W-2 assistance, and are not currently enrolled in our BASE program will need to provide proof of authorization prior to the first Day of camp. Parents are responsible for any co-payments.

The Kenosha Y welcomes requests for reduction of fees from families that would benefit from participation in our child care programs, but are limited in their ability to pay. Please complete and return the John and Judy Wavro Scholarship Fund application. Questions? Contact us at (262) 654-9622, ext 236.