Early Childcare
Early Childcare
Early Childhood Education Center
Our Early Childhood Education Center at the Y supports working families year-round with safe, nurturing care for toddlers and PreK students. We focus on helping every child grow in spirit, mind, and body through engaging experiences and supportive relationships.
Early Childhood Education Center
Our Early Childhood Education Center at the Y supports working families year-round with safe, nurturing care for toddlers and PreK students. We focus on helping every child grow in spirit, mind, and body through engaging experiences and supportive relationships.
What to Expect
Safe, Supportive Environment
Staff are trained to provide high-quality care in a secure, welcoming setting that encourages exploration and development.
Developmental Learning Through Play
Children enjoy hands-on learning experiences that support growth in language, motor skills, social-emotional development, and more.
Nutritious Meals & Snacks
We provide daily meals and snacks that meet USDA guidelines and accommodate allergy needs.
Parent Communication
Families stay connected through our app, daily reports, and staff updates, building strong home-school partnerships.
Outdoor & Active Play
Daily outdoor time (weather permitting) and indoor active play support physical health and wellness.
Program Details
- Who:
- 2 years old through PreK
- PreK Before & After Care available for Branson School District Preschool families
- When:
- Monday–Friday
- 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Where:
- Located at the Y’s Early Childhood Education Center (connected to the Branson School District Early Childhood Campus)
Financial Assistance:
Financial Assistance is not available for Eary Childhood Programs, however we do accept state subsidy. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Program Details
- Who: Kindergarten – 8th grade, depending on location
- When: Before school (starting at 6:30 AM – Pershing and Cedar Ridge Only) and after school until 6PM (Buchanan and Cedar Ridge programs wrap up at 5:30 PM)
- Where: On-site at participating schools
- Cost: Springfield: $92/wk Y-Members; $112/wk Non-Members
- Surrounding communities: $85/wk Y-Members; $104/wk Non-Members
- Financial assistance
- Financial Assistance is not available for Eary Childhood Programs, however we do accept state subsidy. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Start Here
Early Childhood Application
FOR PARENTS ENROLLED IN THE PROGRAM
Early Childhood Parent Handbook