2024- 2025 PRESCHOOL - CHILDCARE PROGRAMS
PRESCHOOL
The YMCA Preschool integrates the Y facilities and programs to combine education and recreation for a stimulating preschool experience. Traditional preschool concepts (number/letter recognition, social skills, arts and crafts) are emphasized, combined with weekly swim lessons, music lessons, and gym time. We plan field trips and family events and enjoy having parents join us when they can.
Follows AECSD Calendar.
Half Day Program
3-year-olds Only - Must turn 3 by 12/1/2024
Monday - Friday 8:45- 11:15 am
Auburn YMCA Members: $139.53/ per week
General Public: $162.79/ per week
Full Day Program
3-year-olds - Must turn 3 by 12/1/2024
Monday - Friday 8:45- 1:45 pm
4- year -olds- Must turn 4 by 12/1/2024
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 2:00 pm
Fees for either program:
Auburn YMCA Members: $153.49/ per Week
General Public: $197.67/ Week
UPK & 3PK
The Auburn YMCA is a universal pre-K site. Is your child turning 3 or 4 years old by December 1, 2023? Do you live in the Auburn School District? Then, your child is eligible to attend preschool for FREE! The NYS Department of Education pays for this program. For more information, click here.
BEFORE AND AFTER PRESCHOOL CARE
For children enrolled in Full-day 3's, 4’s, 3 PK, or UPK
A fun, game-filled program in a safe environment for your child. Activities include snacks, arts and crafts, gym games, and small group activities.
AM Care: 6:45 -9:00am
Auburn YMCA Members: $60.47/ Week
General Public: $93.02 / Week
PM Care: 1:45 -5:30 pm
Auburn YMCA Members: $87.21/ Week
General Public: $116.28 / Week
AM & PM Care:
Auburn YMCA Members: $127.91/ Week
General Public: $197.67/ Week
NEW! TODDLER FULL DAY CHILDCARE
Now Open!
Ages 18 Months - 3 Years
Monday -Friday 6:45am -5:30pm
Full-day toddler program for children aged 18 months to 3 years. This program will specialize in parallel play, transitioning to cooperative play experiences with other children. Socialization, toilet training, and developmentally appropriate practices surrounding learning. Counting, colors, and shapes, as well as cutting and gluing, will be skills that will be emphasized and concentrated on during their time in this classroom.
This room is limited to 10 children.
Auburn YMCA Members: $274.42/ Week
General Public: $314.88 / Week
Kidventures Summer Program for Preschoolers
2025 info late spring
Introducing Kidventures! A summer day camp combined with engaging hands-on learning activities to help children maintain and master school readiness skills, make friends, and have fun! The Auburn Y’s Kidventures program provides children hours of fun in a day camp atmosphere led by caring, trained staff. Age-appropriate crafts, learning opportunities, playtime, swim lessons, and healthy meals keep everyone happy and smiling!
Department contact information:
Childcare Center Director: Audra Moore
Director of Youth Development:Kim Cuipylo
