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Tot Drop Daycare/Preschool After School Care Day Long & Vacation Camps

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The Family YMCA at Tarrytown is pleased to announce our new Full Service, NYS Licensed Y Early Learning Center at Tappan Hill, offering Infant and Daycare, Preschool  and After School programming.  This new location offers expansive, bright and colorful classrooms, specialty art, activity and library rooms, and four outdoor playgrounds!  Please come visit the new site at 50 Ichabod Lane (at the intersection of Marymount Avenue, Union Avenue, and Ichabod Lane).  You'll be delighted to find our same high quality, nurturing staff and age appropriate curriculum in an altogether new and exciting location for your children.  Serving Infants through Elementary School age children.   Our children are our greatest resource and your most important family asset. These values based programs are developed to the high standards of the YMCA of the USA, and meet or exceed all local and state licensure guidelines for supervision, program quality and staff qualifications. YMCA Childcare and Camp staff are highly trained to promote self-esteem, teach skills, develop character values, manage conflicts and emergencies and are trained in child abuse recognition and reporting. 
For more information on any of our childcare or school age programs please contact Nicole Bernardone, (914) 418-5560, or nicoleb@ymcatarrytown.org.

Happy Holidays from Y Early Learning Center at Tappan Hill!

As with all our programs, Financial Aid is available for free and reduced lunch recipients, and for other income qualified individuals.  click here for DAYCARE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE/CAMP financial aid application


YMCA DayCare and Preschool Children ages 18 months - 5 yrs
YMCA Daycare is designed to provide stimulating early learning experiences, including academic, cognitive, fine and gross motor, physical fitness, social and emotional development.  When your child reaches Preschool age those same wonderful experiences that they have gained in day care are expanded upon.  The YMCA Preschool is designed to give each child the opportunity to learn and grow through specialized activities.  What’s unique about our program are the additional enrichment classes in which our children participate.  Children not only learn about letters, numbers, colors, and character development but receive instruction in swimming, arts & crafts, sports, gym games, dance, and tumble tots. Registration Information  Registration Information for Part Day Program

YMCA Infant Care at Y Early Learning Center at Tappan Hill
Infants classroom maintains a 4:1 child to teacher ratio with a maximum of 8 children per class.
2s classroom maintains a 5:1 child to teacher ratio with a maximum of 10 children per class.
3s classroom maintains a 7:1 child to teacher ratio with a maximum of 16 children per class.
4s-5s classroom maintains an 8:1 child to teacher ratio with a maximum of 17 children per class.
Registration Information

After School Care

YMCA School-age Child Care, 5 - 12 years
For children who would otherwise be alone after school, or for those who want some social interaction, the YMCA is the place to be. Our staff provides a wide variety of activities, excellent supervision for children, and peace of mind for parents.  With an emphasis on values, activities range from homework assistance, sports, games, arts and crafts, swimming lessons, and social opportunities. The YMCA will consider requests for services to be provided at local schools from Croton to Hastings.


YMCA "School’s Out!" Tarrytown, a collaboration with TUFSD click here for registration materials
For children in grades K-6, in the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns. After school care at the Y Early Learning Center at Tappan Hill offers homework help, educational enhancement projects, fine arts, gym time, recreational swimming, theatre, and much more. This program operates from school dismissal to 6:30 p.m, Monday through Friday. 


YMCA "School’s Out!" Elmsford

Serving students from both the Dixson and Grady Schools, the program runs Monday through Friday, from school dismissal to 6:30 p.m, at the Grady School. The program offers homework help, educational enhancement projects, arts & crafts, gym time, outside play, and much more.

YMCA "School's Out!" Briarcliff Manor
                                         
Serving K - 5 grade students at the Todd School in Briarcliff Manor.  The program offers homework help, fine arts, sports, outside play, and a wide variety of enrichment activities.

As with all our programs, Financial Aid is available for free and reduced lunch recipients, and for other income qualified individuals.  click here for DAYCARE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE/CAMP financial aid application

Daylong & Vacation Camps

Enjoy fun-filled days at the Y during school breaks. Children participate in swim lessons, recreational swim, sports, art, dance, group games and a special trip or activity. Registration Deadline:  One Week prior to the day of the program.  It is very important that you register on time for the program.  If we do not have a minimum of 10 children per day we will cancel the program.  For more information contact Susan Barak at susanb@ymcatarrytown.org or (914) 418-5561.

Early Dismissals

We offer half-day and early dismissal programs for Briarcliff Manor, Elmsford, and Tarrytown school districts.
Call the Y for fees; registration must be completed 24 hours in advance.  Fee does not apply to School's Out program participants who regularly attend. 

February 18 Specialty Camps at the Y Early Learning Center at Tappan Hill:
Chess Camp

Skills & Drills Camp

Camp Registration Form

YMCA SUMMER CAMPS
Y Camps are designed to provide stimulating, fun learning experiences.

Children play, sing, create and swim their way into fun!

Young Explorers: Part Day Program for children ages 2-5
Explorers: Full Day Program for children ages 2-5
Adventurers: Full Day Program for school age children 6-12

Childcare Summer Camps Information and Selection Form

Registration Packet for Y ELC camps

YMCA Summer Shakespeare Camp 2013 AND  Y Theatre Arts Camp! (see next bullet)
Two Theatre Performance Camps this July: 
One for students entering grades 2- 6 - (ages 7 - 11), performing Odyssey by Homer and another for grades 6-12 - (ages 11 - 18), performing Henry the IV, Parts 1 & 2 by William Shakespeare. Join this intensive, wildly fun four-week program culminating in multiple outdoor performances of  Shakespeare at Patriot's Park in Tarrytown the first weekend in August.  Hone your craft and produce a show! Peter Royston, Camp Director.  July 8 - August 3 (performances first weekend in August), Monday through Thursday, for grades 2 - 5, 9am to 1pm, for grades 6 -12, 1 pm to 5 pm.  $1,000 for the full four weeks, scholarship assistance available.  For more information, contact Barbara Turk at (914) 418-5562.
2012:
Parent Letter -  (grades 2 - 6).
Parent Letter -  (grades 6 -12)
Camper Information & Emergency Contact Form
Tech and Performance Schedule in Patriot's Park

2013 Summer Shakespeare Performances at Patriots Park, Tarrytown!
Thursday August 1, Friday, August 2, and Saturday August 3, three performances each day at: 
10 am,  4 pm and 7:30 pm  


Y Theatre Arts Camp - -

Summer 2013 kids will work with a talented artist and teacher to learn theatre arts skills.  Research, design, and create costumes, props and sets for the Summer Shakespeare productions.   July 8 - July 31.  Youth campers meet Monday & Wednesday afternoon from 1pm to 4 pm.  Teen campers meet Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 9 am to 12 noon.  $550 for the full four weeks; scholarships available; registration open at the Y.  For more information, contact Barbara Turk at (914) 418-5562 or email barbarat@ymcatarrytown.org

Parent Letter - Y Theatre Arts Camp.
Camper Information & Emergency Contact Form

Y Dance Intensives

Spirited and creative exploration of dance, theatre, and rhythm.  Colleen Cintron and Christina Neil, Camp Directors. For more information contact Y Dance, (914) 631-4807 ext 32.
Dance Intensives Information and Registration Form

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Pre-School Enrichment

Tumble Tots:  Parent/Child Classes
Children jump, climb, tumble, and slide their way into fun! Children ages 12 months
(walking) through four years of age work with parents and instructor to play games, sing
songs, and use innovative movement education equipment to acquire confidence,
coordination, and socialization skills. Dress children appropriately in sweats, shorts, t-shirt or
leotard, bare feet, hair tied up, and no jewelry, please. There are four tumble tots classes
offered:

Rollers (12-22 months)
Tuesday 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Jumpers & Tumblers (23 mos. – 4 years)
Tuesday 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Family Tumblers (12 months - 4 yrs) - Parents/Caregivers, Siblings
Tuesday 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Jumpers & Tumblers + Art (23 months-4 yrs) - Enjoy this combination class of fun.  Create unique art projects with Phyllis Schwartz.  Parent/Child Only
Tuesday 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Full Class of Tumble Tots and then Art
                   
Birthday Parties

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Make your child’s birthday unforgettable! Choose from one of our Party Packages listed below. All packages include supplies, pizza and juice for 16 party-goers. For more information or to schedule a party, call Birthday Coordinator at (914) 631-4807, ext. 14.  All parties are held on Saturday evenings.

Pool Party:

5:45 pm arrival time for guests
6:00-7:00 pm swimming in the pool
7:15-8:00 pm pizza, juice and cake in the party room

Gym Party:

5:45 pm arrival time for guests
6:00 pm—7:00 pm playing games of your choice in the gym
7:15 pm –8:00 pm pizza, juice and cake in the party room

Combo Party:

4:45 pm arrival time for guests
5:00 pm—6:00 pm playing games of your choice in the gym
6:15 pm—7:15 pm swimming in the pool
7:30 pm– 8:15 pm pizza, juice and cake in the party room



Healthy Kids Day!
The Family YMCA at Tarrytown will hold its annual Healthy Kids Day April 27, 2013 from 11 am to 3 pm outdoors in Patriot's Park, Tarrytown. Held in conjunction with the Rotary Club of the Tarrytowns Duck Race.  Exciting raffle prizes - purchase raffle tickets at the Welcome Desk or call Susan Barak at (914) 418-5561.   Please see the What's Happening page for a full write up.

Family Time!
Family Swim:
Family Pre-K Recreational Swim.  For children 6 months to 7 years; child must have at least one parent/guardian in the water with them at all times.  Only one non-swimmer per adult permitted.  The YMCA will not provide flotation devices.

please refer to the current pool schedule for times/days

Family Recreational Swim.  A great way to spend quality family time! For adults 18 years and older to
swim with youth – either youth or adult can be a current member. Non-member must pay a guest fee.
Adults must supervise youth in the pool area at all times. Swimmers must be able to stand in the
shallow end of the pool or swim on their own, otherwise an adult must accompany youth in the water
at all times. Only one non-swimmer per adult permitted. Youth wishing to swim in the deep end must
pass a deep-water test. Member owned flotation devices are permitted. The YMCA will not provide
flotation devices. Guests are welcome to join the fun on an unlimited basis.

Free to members, $10.00 for each adult guest and $5.00 for each youth guest or purchase a Parent
Activity Guest Card at the Member Service Desk in the lobby.
please refer to the current pool schedule for times/days

Parent Guest Card:

Available to parents of pre-school and youth members at a reduced guest rate of $40 per 10 visits.
This pass enables parents to participate in family programs with their children. The card can be
purchased at the Member Service Desk.




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