The YMCA PreSchool Mission is to provide a safe, caring, Christian environment where children can grow socially, physically, spiritually, emotionally and intellectually through age appropriate activities. The YMCA offers the following programs designed to achieve this mission.
For specific information about programs offered at each branch, click on the icons below.
Playgroup 2 year-olds meet once a week to learn basic socialization skills through free play, arts and crafts, circle time and snack time. This is a "first experience" for children to be away from their primary care giver and develop a sense of independence.
Three Year Old Preschool (child must be 3 by 12/1) This class meets twice weekly to reinforce basic socialization skills and promote positive classroom behavior through free play, arts and crafts, songs, finger plays, snack time, and physical activities. Our focus is on helping the children develop a love of learning by introducing basic literacy and math concepts in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Gym class and swimming lessons are included during class time.
Four Year Old Preschool (child must be 4 by 12/1) This class meets daily and joins out of district 4 year-olds with our Batavia City School district UPK students. Socialization skills and proper classroom behavior is reinforced in this class through free play, arts and crafts, songs, snack time and physical activities In addition to daily gross-motor activites, gym class is offered once a week and swimming lessons are conducted twice a week during class time. The emphasis of this class is Kindergarten preparation in a fun hands-on learning environment conducive to a love of learning.
Diaper Dip Age: 6 mo. - 3 years. Diaper Dip is an introductory adult/child water program designed to strengthen relationships, improve basic water skills and promote safety. A relaxed class atmosphere provides a fun water experience for the child and the caregiver.
Little Tots Gym Children ages walking - 3 years old love this movement exploration program allowing parent and child to work together developing large motor skills, rhythm, and socialization. Children are encouraged to explore equipment and toys at their own pace. This semi-structured class includes circle times, finger plays, exercise, songs and dances.
Parents Night Out (PNO) This program is typically offered on the third Friday of the month to give parents some free time while their children have a fun-filled evening at the Y. This 3 hour event includes crafts, stories, play in the Kid's Gym, dinner, and a movie making this an action packed, enriching experience for the child and a great opportunity for the parents. Once your kids attend PNO, they will want to come every time! Check the session listing for upcoming dates.
Preschool Soccer Age: 3-5 years. This program will introduce your child to the basics of soccer and develop his/her large motor skills, social skills and basic knowledge of soccer.
Preschool Sports Age: 3-5 years. This program will introduce your child to a variety of sports. They will play a different sport each week. This program will help your child develop his/her large motor skills, social skills and basic sports knowledge.