MISSION
Our mission is to provide high quality, affordable early education so all children and families can learn, grow, and thrive. Learn moreWelcome!
The YMCA Early Learning Center has been providing high quality care and support to families in our community for over 30 years. Our mission is to provide high quality, affordable early education so all children and families can learn, grow, and thrive. At the YMCA, healthy child development starts early. That’s why we offer early care and
learning programs that help children learn the essential skills they will need to be ready
for school. Our trained, supportive staff works to help children receive the best possible
start to their education and equip our families with all the resources and education
necessary to support their journey in every stage.
Our Story
The YMCA Early Learning Center believes that the lives of young children can be enriched and strengthened by the quality of early learning opportunities provided to them. The Early Learning Center provides a safe and nurturing environment for all children, providing opportunities that stimulate the child’s physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs. Every child is considered a unique individual with unique needs. The Early Learning Center provides a variety of experiences that accommodate the individual needs of the child while simultaneously supporting and building upon their abilities to participate in a community. Efforts are embedded within the program to instill values of honesty, care, responsibility, and respect.
OUR
Mission
We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our community partners and neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Together, with over 2,600 Ys across the country we are committed to youth development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The mission of the Kokomo Family YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for ALL.
Helping Your Child Learn, Grow, & Thrive!
The YMCA Early Learning Center has been providing high quality care and support to families in our community for over 30 years. Our vision is to provide high quality, affordable early education so all children and families can learn, grow, and thrive.
We are honored that you have chosen to partner with us in the healthy development of your child. We take this role very seriously and commit to providing your child with opportunities to explore and learn through developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing environment.
What We Offer
Curicculum
The YMCA Early Learning Center’s curriculum includes activities based on the Indiana Early Learning Foundations framework (The Foundations). The Foundations refer to the whole child and include: English/Language Arts/Literacy, Arts, Mathematics, Social Emotional, Approaches to Play and Learning, Science, Social Studies, Creative Arts and Physical Health and Growth. The Indiana Early Learning Foundation guides our planning and assessments for children.
AGES
Ages 6 weeks- 12 months
Infancy is a time of great growth and discovery. Our infant care is based on the individual needs of each child. From individualizing sleep and feeding schedules to match each child’s unique needs, to creating exploration experiences that are appropriate for each child’s stage of development
Ages 1 - 3 years old
The first and second years of life are unique times in a child’s life, requiring a delicate blend of caring comfort and freedom for exploration. Our teachers specialize in creating an environment that allows for safe and exciting exploration with caring support to encourage growth.
Ages 3 - 5 years old
Our Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten program offers an abundance of hands on learning experiences. Well-planned learning centers that allow for child choice, self directed play, and supportive teaching that prepares children for academic excellence make up the core of our program.
OUR CENTER
The center is a safe, fun and nurturing place where children participate in age-appropriate learning and activities that help prepare them future learning. The ELC provides support to parents as they are the first teacher of their child(ren).
What Our Families are Saying
