Early Childhood Education

We are proud to have earned the Qualistar rating for our child care center.

YMCA Child Care Centers provide care for children ranging from 6 weeks old to 5 years.

Our purpose is to enhance a child's total development through active exploration, self discovery and positive reinforcement. To achieve this, our philosophy is based on programs that allow all children to reach several basic goals:

To feel happy and confident in themselves.
To feel comfortable interacting and communicating with others.
To feel safe & secure in a loving & nurturing environment outside home.
To support and strengthen the family unit.
To open the doors to an excitement and joy for learning.

We achieve these goals with the understanding that each child is unique and will receive individualized attention appropriate to their developmental needs.

Locations:

University Hills

Schlessman Family YMCA
2625 S. Colorado Blvd
Denver, Co 80222
Phone 720-524.2792
Fax 720-524-2701
Director – Julie Cataldo jcataldo@denverymca.org

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 7:00am- 6:00pm

For enrollment Information
please contact the Program Director
for each classroom.

Lisa Stoner
Infant Director 6 weeks – 12 months

Monique Bell
Toddler Director 1 – 3 years

Pam McKenzie
Preschool Director 3 – 5 years

Southwest YMCA

Southwest Family YMCA
5181 Kenyon Ave
Denver, Co 80236
Phone 303-761-7530
Fax 303-761-7532
Director – Angela Thomas

Ages served: 3-5 year olds

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 6:30am- 6:00pm

For enrollment information
Please contact
Angela Thomas
athomas@denverymca.org

Both Early Childhood Centers are currently accepting CCAP families as well as applicants for financial assistance. Both centers are community sites for Denver Public Schools Early Childhood Education.