About YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center
The Northwest center is one of three early childhood sites run by the Heart of the Valley YMCA in the Huntsville area, a nonprofit community organization established in 1844. The Y operates licensed daycare and preschool for children 6 weeks to 5 years old, including Alabama First Class Pre-K and Early Head Start. Hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 6 pm, and CMA and DHR referrals are accepted. The program lists hands-on learning and nutritious meals, and the Y runs day and sports camps. Staff aim to help children build cognitive, social and emotional skills for school. Families with a full-time child receive a free YMCA family membership. Rated 4.0 from 4 Google reviews, 3 of them five stars and 1 one star.
Services and details
Preschool program
YesPre-K class
YesInfants and toddlers
YesAccepts child care subsidies
YesEarly drop-off or late pickup
YesMeals provided
YesSummer camp
Yes
No information yet on tuition listed, waitlist, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.
Contact
- (256) 852-6700
- 4600 Blue Spring Rd NW a, Huntsville, AL 35810
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Questions parents ask about YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center
What ages does YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center serve?
YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center takes infants and toddlers, preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.
How much does YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center cost?
YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center does not publish its tuition online. Call (256) 852-6700 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.
Does YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Alabama DHR's subsidized child care program helps low- and moderate-income families who work, study or train pay for care at providers registered with their county's Child Care Management Agency. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.
What are YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center's hours?
YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center offers early drop-off or late pickup.
Are meals included at YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center?
Yes. YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center provides meals or snacks.
Does YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center run a summer camp?
Yes. YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.
Is YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center licensed?
This guide does not check licenses. Look up YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center in DHR's Statewide Day Care Directory at apps.dhr.alabama.gov/daycare/daycare_search to see whether it is licensed or exempt, its last inspection and any violations.
Where is YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center and how do I contact it?
YMCA Northwest Early Childhood Education Center is at 4600 Blue Spring Rd NW a, Huntsville, AL 35810. Its phone number is (256) 852-6700. It has a 4.0-star rating from 4 Google reviews.
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