YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center

4.1(7 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Huntsville, AL

About YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center

Part of the Heart of the Valley YMCA, the Downtown Early Childhood Education Center in Huntsville provides child care and preschool in what it calls a nurturing, inclusive environment. Qualified early childhood educators lead a curriculum meant to build creativity and self-confidence. The Y's licensed programs include Alabama First Class Pre-K and Early Head Start, for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Care runs Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 6 pm, and CMA and DHR referrals are accepted. Meals are part of the program, and the Y also runs day and sports camps. Full-time families get a free YMCA family membership including access to fitness, swim and youth sports. Staff aim to support each child's cognitive, physical and social development. Rated 4.1 from 7 Google reviews, 5 of them five stars.

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Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on tuition listed, waitlist, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center

What ages does YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center serve?

YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center takes infants and toddlers, preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center cost?

YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center does not publish its tuition online. Call (256) 202-5550 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Alabama DHR's subsidized child care program helps low- and moderate-income families who work, study or train pay for care at providers registered with their county's Child Care Management Agency. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.

What are YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center's hours?

YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center?

Yes. YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center provides meals or snacks.

Does YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center run a summer camp?

Yes. YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

Is YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center in DHR's Statewide Day Care Directory at apps.dhr.alabama.gov/daycare/daycare_search to see whether it is licensed or exempt, its last inspection and any violations.

Where is YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center and how do I contact it?

YMCA Downtown Early Childhood Education Center is at 2000 Vernon Ave SW A, Huntsville, AL 35805. Its phone number is (256) 202-5550. It has a 4.1-star rating from 7 Google reviews.

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