Child Care

Pre-School and Child Care, Full and Half Day Programs

Philosophy/Curriculum
At the Great South Bay Y, we are committed to the High-Scope philosophy, a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on Piaget's theory that children learn through exploration, play and decision making about that play. Through meaningful play in an atmosphere of love, patience, respect, understanding and joy, we strive to help each child become the best person he or she can be. In addition to the High-Scope Philosophy, our 4 year old program is modified to pursue kindegarten readiness in a developmentally appropriate manner.

Staff/Supervision
Our program is licensed by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services and we follow all regulations to provide a safe, high quality pre-school program. Our teachers are certified and have completed CPR, First Aid, M.A.T. (Medication Administration) and Child Abuse Prevention Training. All staff have completed extensive background checks and participate in professional staff training on a regular basis.
The Y facility is also equipped with security access doors and video surveillance.

Facilities
Participants will enjoy the state-of-the art Y Pre-School facilities which include a large fenced-in playground, swimming pool, dance studio, computer lab, sport court, gymnasium and spacious fully equipped classrooms.

Contact Cindy Becker, Child Care Director at (631) 665-4255, ext.137 or e-mail CindyB@ymcali.org.

Pre-School Fees 2012-2013 School Year (Sept-June)
Half Day Programs	Monthly
T/TH	$180
M/W/F	$244
M-F	$400

Full Day Programs	2 & 3 Yr. Monthly	4 Yr. Monthly
3 Full Days	$695	$689
4 Full Days	$795	$785
5 Full Days	$895	$865

Extended Hours	Extended AM (7-8:30am)	Extended PM (4-6pm)
3 days	$50/month	$70/month
4 days	$60/month	$100/month
5 days	$75/month	$125/month

Stay & Play	Monthly
T/TH	$187
M/W/F	$244

Sat. Day Care	$75 per day
Brunch Bunch (8 weeks)	Full: $110	Program: $150
Lunch Bunch (8 weeks)	Full: $110	Program: $150

* Y membership must be valid throughout the school yr.
* Monthly Installment Plan- Annual fee divided into 10 equal monthly payments.
* Inquire about our convenient monthly EZ-Draft program.

Full Day Child Care - 2 to 4yrs

2 Years Old
This program offers the opportunity for children to develop
language and socialization skills while incorporating weekly
gym, music/movement classes, computers, daily naps, and
outdoor play.

3 & 4 Years Old
The Full Day Pre-School Program follows an expanded curriculum
that parallels the half day program. Participants also receive an
additional 8 week session of swimming lessons as well as gym
class and science enrichment. Four year olds will focus on
kindergarten readiness and have field trips.

DAYS/TIMES- Minimum of 3 days per week 8:30-4:00 pm with
extended hours available from 7:00-8:30 am and 4:00-6:00 pm.

Pre-School 3 & 4 yrs Old - Half Day

Our theme-based curriculum is designed so that readiness
skills are pursued at a level appropriate for each child’s
development through the use of various centers in a nurturing
atmosphere. Activities include weekly gym, music/ movement
classes, computers, snack time, outdoor play, science class,
in-house special events along with their day-to-day curriculum.
All children will participate in one 8 week session of swimming
lessons with our Y National Swim Program. Four year olds will
focus on kindergarten readiness and also have field trips.

DAYS/TIMES- Program meets M/W/F or T/TH from 9:00-11:30 am
or 12:30-3:00 pm.

Stay & Play - Half Day 2 Year Olds

This is a pre-school readiness program for 2 1⁄2 year olds
(must be 2 1⁄2 to register). Our goal is to help children
handle separation, focusing on the use of language and
socialization. Children will participate in weekly gym and
music/movement classes. Children need not be potty trained.

DAYS/TIMES- Program meets M/W/F 12:30-3:00 pm or
T/TH 9:00-11:30 am or 12:30-3:00 pm

"Brunch Bunch" or "Lunch Bunch"

4 Years Old
Does your child need to spend a little more time with us?
This 2 1⁄2 hour extended enrichment program for our half day
pre-school morning or afternoon students is the answer! Students
will have a supervised lunch time followed by or preceeded by
a 1 1⁄2 hour Gym & Art, Enrichment Combo or Mad Scientist’s class
in our 3rd floor “Jitterbug Gym” and art room.

Mon., Wed., or Fri.
Brunch Bunch- 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
Lunch Bunch- 11:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Saturday Day Care

Ages 2-4

This NEW PROGRAM is designed for famillies in need of child care
for their pre-school age children on Saturday. The program will be
similar to our weekday Y Child Care and will offer many of the same
activities including: arts & crafts, cooking, centers, music, computers,
playground, sports and much more! Children will receive a healthy
snack 2 times daily. Parents must provide lunch. Child must be a Y
member.

Fee: $75 per day
Day/Time: Saturdays from 7 am - 4 pm

Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)

The Y has created an innovative partnership with the
Bay Shore School District offering half-day (AM & PM)
pre-kindergarten classes for 4 year olds. Designed as a
Kindergarten Readiness Program, this is a statewide
program offering free pre-school to 4 year olds at no
cost to participants. Contact Bay Shore UFSD if you
are interested in applying.

Dates/Times- Program meets M-F from 9:00 - 11:30 am
or 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Special Needs/ Inclusion Program

The Y is also proud to partner with the Kramer Learning
Center/ACLD by providing a pre-school inclusion program
for children 3-4 years of age with special needs. Contact
the ACLD/Kramer Learning Center for more information.

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