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Full-Time Daycare to Prepare Your Child for Success
YWCA Minneapolis is one of the largest nonprofit providers of nationally NAEYC accredited early childhood education in the state of Minnesota!
In 2016-17, YWCA Children’s Centers exceeded outcomes with 94% of YWCA preschoolers entering kindergarten proficient in school readiness standards.In 2016-17, YWCA Children’s Centers exceeded outcomes with 94% of YWCA preschoolers entering kindergarten proficient in school readiness standards.
We offer Early Childhood Education services for:
- Infants (6 weeks to 15 months)
- Toddlers (16 months to 2 years)
- Preschool (3 years to 4 years)
- School-Age (Kindergarten through third-grade)
Our daycare programs, from infant to school-age, include stimulating activities, an anti-bias curriculum, nutritious food and a healthy environment in which to grow.
Nationally Accredited Quality Child Care
YWCA Minneapolis’ Downtown Child Care Center is featured on NAEYC’s site as an “exemplary program” for Family Engagement. Our Four-Star Parent Aware rating demonstrates our excellence in the use of practices to best prepare children for kindergarten.
With a focus on overall wellness:
- Each newly enrolled family receives a FREE one-year Health and Wellness family membership at YWCA fitness facilities
- Swim lessons are part of our preschool curriculum
- Whole-child learning approach covers social, emotional, cognitive and physical development, and promotes self-esteem
- Nutrition program focuses on whole grains, whole foods, fresh fruits and vegetables, ethnically diverse foods
- YWCA’s commitment to eliminating racism and empowering women