YMCA Part-Day Preschool, 4K and Extended Day Programs in Hudson

Ages & adult-to-child ratios

Meet the directors

Katherine Jury

Preschool Program Director

(651) 259-6167

Katherine is a graduate of Minnesota State University–Mankato in Elementary Education. She joined the Y in 2006 and lead the Eagan YMCA Preschool program from 2012 - 2018. She enjoys spending her free time outdoors, at sporting events and trying new restaurants with friends and family.

Katherine’s favorite thing about her day is hearing the students say, “Good morning!” and watching the teachers and children interact with each other. She is dedicated to the YMCA ECLC children and an advocate for early childhood education.

Curriculum & Philosophy

We use the Creative Curriculum® to develop age-appropriate experiences that foster joyful learning. For each child, we address individual needs, build skills for success and incorporate STEM activities. Pairing our curriculum with the YMCA Healthy Kids Initiative, we also provide exposure to healthy eating, nutrition and physical activity for children and their families. 

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On-site amenities

• Kids’ gym
• Outdoor garden
• Playfield
• Playground
• Smart whiteboards
• Swimming pool

Enrichment Programs

Learning at Hudson YMCA Preschool, 4K and Extended Day programs lets your child express themselves and engage in social activities that get them ready to enter kindergarten.

• Kids’ Fitness
• Language–Spanish and American Sign
• Music and Movement
• Multicultural Studies
• Cooking

Policies

Providing a safe, secure and predictable environment is a top priority for every YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center. For more information about our policies go to:

• Child illness policy
• Food and nutrition
• Program accessibility
• Scholarships and financial assistance
• Weather emergency information
• Behavior guidance
• Accommodation and individual care plans

About Part-Day Preschool

Our Part-day Preschool program prepares kids for school success and utilizes the same research based curriculum found in our full-day care and education programs. Graduating preschoolers meet or exceed school district standards. Part-day Preschool can be extended by adding our Extended Day program. To register, download registration packet forms below.

Registration Information for Part-day Preschool

• School Year 2023-2024 Calendar

Forms & Paperwork

• Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) Form
• Licensing Paperwork
• Parent Handbook
• Welcome Letter
• Preschool Supply List
• Transportation Form

Parent Referral Program

If you love your Early Childhood Learning experience, spread the word and get rewarded!

It’s easy to make a referral. Pass on the referred parent’s name, along with some basic information about the family to your program director.

• Complete the parent referral form and give it to your program director.
• After the new family has enrolled at any of our Early Childhood Learning Center locations and stayed for at least four weeks, you’ll receive a week’s free tuition for your oldest child.
• You can refer as many families as you’d like to earn more. Every time a child is enrolled as a result of your recommendation, you’ll get a week’s free tuition.