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ChildcareBOTH THE WESTFIELD AREA Y'S FULL DAY CHILD CARE AND HALF DAY PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS ARE NAEYC ACCREDITED!

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is the nation’s leading organization of early childhood professionals, committed to raising the quality of early childhood education and helping give all children a better start.

Both our full day child care and half day preschool programs incorporate “the creative curriculum” into daily activities.  Our goal is to help children become self-confident, inquisitive and enthusiastic learners. All activities are designed to give your child a successful start in school.

For info about preschool, please call Eileen at 908-233-2700 x423.
For info about full day child care, please call Gloria at 908-654-8460.
For info about after school care, please call Karen at 908-233-2700 x273.  __________________________________________________________________
 

Half Day Preschool at the Robert and Virginia Bauer Family Branch
The Westfield Y's half day preschool for children between the ages of 2 1/2 and 5 is led by an experienced and loving staff.  Classrooms are designed for exploration and hands-on learning and include an art, dramatic play, building, computer, nature and quiet area.  Toys and equipment continually vary to meet the needs and interests of each child.  The class schedule offers a balance of active and quiet time and keeps transitions to a minimum.  Group time includes a daily snack, story, music and movement.  Children visit the indoor gym or outdoor playground daily.  Your child's day may be extended by one hour to include an enrichment class and lunch.  Enrichment classes may include art, cooking, gardening, computers, science or a variety of sports.  Parents are offered a variety of opportunities to become involved, such as chaperoning class trips, reading to the class or sitting on one of our parent committees.  For more information, please call Eileen at 908-233-2700 x423.

Open Registration for the 2008-2009 school year begins January 26.

Full Day Child Care
The Westfield Area Y Children’s Center is located at 170 Elm Street behind the First Baptist Church. 

Year round programs are offered from 7:30 am - 6:00 pm for children 12 mos. to 5 years of age. After care from 6:00-6:30 pm is offered at an
additional fee. Our program is a well balanced blend of social interaction and self-discovery
encouraged through free play, art, music and learning centers. Daily physical activity includes
outdoor play. The child care employs state licensed, certified teachers. Min. 3 days per week.

For more information, please call Gloria at 908-654-8460. 

Open Registration for the 2008-2009 School year begins January 26.

Full Day Kindergarten
Our kindergarten program follows Public School’s curriculum, incorporating all subject areas, and is licensed by the State of New Jersey. Times are 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, with before and after care available on site. Children must be 5 yrs. old by Oct. 1

Kids Club Member Babysitting
Available to members while using the facility. All children must be registered.
Registration forms and handbooks are available at the Front Desk.  Check the Current Brochure for details.

Infant Sitting 
Sign up for infant sitting is
required in advance at ext. 423.











Before School Care
(7:00 am - 8:45 am)
Westfield Public & Holy Trinity Schools - Grades K-5. Designed to meet the needs of today’s working parents and their children. Participants are transported by bus to their schools by class time.


Kindergarten Wrap Around
AM Kindergarten Wrap Around 8:45 am - 12:30 pm
PM Kindergarten Wrap Around
11:30 am - 3:00 pm A Kindergarten program of education and recreation during off school hours.
Transportation is provided to/from the Westfield Public Schools. Activities include swim lessons, gym time, arts and crafts, songs and free play. Available 2-5 days a week.

After School Care
(3:05 pm - 6:00 pm)
Grades K-5. This program offers a fun, friendly and well-rounded environment where your child can enjoy an afternoon of supervised and diverse activities. Transportation is provided from the Westfield public schools and Holy Trinity.

Tamaques/McKinley
Jefferson/Wilson/Washington After School Program

(3:05 pm - 6:00 pm)

Lincoln School in Garwood
On-site after school programs for Grades K-5. Participants stay at the school with Y staff members for an afternoon of activities and enrichment classes. Vacation programs are provided on half days and vacation holidays. Children do not need to be enrolled in a school age program to participate in full vacation days. Advanced sign up is required. Space is based on availability.  For more information, please call Karen at 908-233-2700 x273.

2008-2009 Monthly After Care Fees
Kinder Wrap Around
5 Days   $465
3 Days   $325
2 Days   $236

Main Y After Care
5 Days   $380
4 Days   $360
3 Days   $300
2 Days   $230

Off Site After Care
5 Days   $354
4 Days   $313
3 Days   $265
2 Days   $200

Before Care
5 Days   $226
4 Days   $205
3 Days   $168
2 Days   $117

Registration for the 2008-2009 School Year Begins in March.
 

Extended Care
(6:00 pm - 6:30 pm)
School Age Programs

CLUB MID
at Edison & Roosevelt Schools
6th - 8th Grades

Middle school teens enjoy structured activities such as sports, arts & crafts, cooking and computers, have time with their friends and time to do their homework.  The program is available 2-5 days per week from 3:00-6:00pm. 

Two days per week, students will be bused to the Robert and Virginia Bauer Family Branch to use the Teen Cardio Arcade and the new Computer Learning Center.

For more information, call  908-233-2700 x270. 
 
 







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