Children gain a strong foundation for learning through interaction and exploration. Classroom experiences develop self-control, cooperation and communication skills.
Pricing information:
Every family deserves quality care to thrive. We offer competitive tuition rates and registration fees. Need-based scholarships are available.
Ages & Adult-to-Child Ratios
16 to 33 months
Incredible Teachers & Staff
The YMCA teachers and staff are the kindest people you’ll ever meet. Your child is important to every single one of them. We’re committed to giving your child an enriching experience that sets them up for success for years to come.
Developmental Focus
We partner with you when it comes to helping your child thrive. Your observations, concerns and ideas help us provide developmental opportunities your child needs to:
- Build and master communication skills
- Communicate emotions and needs effectively
- Build and master fine and gross motor skills
Your Toddler’s Day
Sensory Activities
Experience touching different textures like dough, water, and sand
Arrival, Drop-Off, and Sign In
Ease into the day with free play while socializing with friends and staff
Breakfast
Get ready for a day of learning with a nutritious breakfast to fuel the mind and body
Morning Meeting
Learning in large groups to explore areas of daily life, weather, letter, numbers and colors
Active Learning
Expand on concepts in smaller groups to serve individual needs
Social & Emotional
Engage with friends and teachers, swaying, making noise and showing silly faces
Snack
Refueling the body while learning about healthy foods and eating habits
Large Motor/Outdoor Exploration
Run, play, dance and sing while exploring different activities with friends
Enrichment Activities
Participate in Kids’ Fitness, foreign language learning, Music and Movement and more
Lunch
Nourish the mind, body and wind down for rest time
Rest Time
Rest the mind and relax the body from a day of learning
Summary Circle
Share with friends and staff what you learned today, practice speaking, listening and taking turns
Departure
Pick up and transition from child care classroom to home with parents
Core Learning Areas
We work every day to make each interaction a learning moment for your child. Our core curriculum areas for toddlers include:
- Literacy: Build vocabulary, language and communication skills
- Mathematics: Understand basic counting and patterns
- Science: Discover the world around them by problem-solving through play
- Social Studies: Become aware of people and places
- Arts: Experience with dance, music and visual art
- Technology: Build awareness of tools
- Healthy Habits: Learn healthy eating basics, personal safety and enjoyment of physical activity
- Body, Mind and Spirit: Develop social skills while promoting core values
Policies
Providing a safe, secure and predictable environment is a top priority for every YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center. Learn more about how we provide:
Our Toddler Classrooms
Educational toys, outdoor playtime and recognizing patterns and numbers are all features in your toddler’s cornerstones for growth. Learning through play and structured activities help build on accomplishments and master new, age-appropriate skills.
Available At
- YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center
Minneapolis, MN - Eagan Early Childhood Learning Center
Eagan, MN - Rochester Early Childhood Learning Center
Rochester, MN - Saint Paul Eastside Early Childhood Learning Center
St. Paul, MN - Lakeville Early Childhood Learning Center
Lakeville, MN - New Hope Early Childhood Learning Center
New Hope, MN - Saint Paul Midway Early Childhood Learning Center
St. Paul, MN - Woodbury Part-day Preschool
Woodbury, MN
Enroll
Schedule an in-person visit to discuss weekly tuition rates and scholarships with your location’s program director.