YMCA Early Education Programs

The Y's Early Education philosophy emphasizes valuing each child as a unique individual, fostering respect and inclusivity across gender, ability, culture, ethnicity, and religion. Our commitment to celebrating each child's distinct journey is rooted in understanding their unique personality and home environment. We provide developmentally and age-appropriate activities to enrich your child's early education experience, ensuring they thrive and grow to their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

Our son is excited about Kindergarten and feels prepared because of his experiences at the Early Education Center! You were very helpful working through how to accommodate his special needs, and this gave me confidence to have him with his peers, which has benefited his growth and development so much.

Y Early Education Family

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Learn more about our centers, inquire about fees and financial assistance, set up a tour, begin the enrollment process, or be added to our interest list for future programs!

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Washington State Early Achievers

All Y Early Education programs voluntarily participate in the Washington State Early Achievers Program. Early Achievers is building a state-wide system of high quality early learning by bringing families, early learning professionals, and resources together to support each child’s learning and development.

Program Mission

Every child and family in Washington has access to an anti-racist welcoming early learning setting that provides high-quality, responsive services so that they may thrive. 

Program Framework

Early Achievers is a framework for improving the quality of early care in Washington to ensure that:

  • Children have access to high-quality early learning experiences that help them develop the skills they need to be successful in school and beyond.
  • Families can find high-quality child care and early learning programs that fit their needs by providing evidence-based information about facility quality.
  • Early learning professionals have access to the resources and supports they need to provide quality care that supports each child’s learning and development.

 

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Stay Engaged with the Y

Family Room

Bring the Y's education and enrichment activities home! Try intentional moments to calm the soul, STEAM projects to keep minds moving and learning, and family games to share laughs and smiles.

Camp & Outdoor Leadership

The YMCA has been the leader in Summer Camp for over 130 years. Over this time, we’ve fine-tuned our programs to meet youth and their families wherever they are in their journey with the outdoors.

Join the Y!

With a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and supporting our neighbors, your membership will not just bring about meaningful change in yourself, but also in your community. 

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