Early Learning Programs Summer 2010 Program Information (PDF)
Now Enrolling for Infant, Toddler, Pre School, School Age
The Westport Weston Family Y Early Learning Programs, which has been recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, provides top quality, developmentally appropriate care to meet the needs of families who live and work in Westport, Weston and surrounding communities.
Professional Teachers:
- Degreed, experienced teachers
- American Red Cross certified
- Designing curriculum around individual children
Flexible Scheduling of days/hours:
- Full day and part day schedules
- Two, three and five day options
- Operating hours: 7:00AM - 6:00PM
- Year-round programming
- Full day holiday/vacation day specials for Kinderkids
Programs include:
- Infant/Toddler (6 weeks - 3 years)
- Preschool (3-5 years)
- Kinderkids (P.M. Kindergarten) - includes bus transportation from
public schools
The Westport Public School has extended Kindergarten on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (dismissal at 3:00pm) The Westport Weston Family Y has designed a program with a schedule to meet the needs of families in the community with children in Kindergarten. Kinderkids offers a variety of recreational activities including swim, gym, art and other creative activities during the afternoon. To find out what your Kindergartener’s after school options are please contact Tasha Dennison at .
Why is the Family Y Different?
There are many options available to the families of this community but the Family Y Early Learning Programs:
- SWIMMING - Provides instructional and free swim for all children
- GYM - Provides instructional and free gym for all children
- Has Kindergarten transportation from all Westport public schools
- MAHACKENO - Has regular access to the Mahackeno Outdoor center, a 32-acre camp with a playground
- CREATIVE ARTS - Woodworking, cooking, performance arts
- Offers a child-centered, culturally rich curriculum
- Offers financial assistance
- Encourages strong parent involvement
- Music with local artists
We also provide...
A continuum of care and education from infancy to teen-age years with our School Age programs. We facilitate your child’s growth and become a part of the family.
Developmentally Appropriate
The Family Y Early Learning Programs bases the curriculum on the individual strengths and interests of each child. Children and families are supported through:
- Open door policy for parents
- Age appropriate activities
- Healthy, safe environment
- Balanced daily schedules
- Community involvement
- A culturally sensitive environment
- Whole child approach to learning
- Policies which respect families
Administration
Tasha Dennison, Senior Director
Call Tasha at x113 to make a tour appointment.
Applications for enrollment and wait lists are accepted throughout the year.
Contact us at: 203.226.8981 memberline@westporty.org