The Building Blocks program provides a loving and nurturing atmosphere in a bright, spacious, open classroom. The classroom setting is a safe place for young minds to explore, discover, learn and begin to prepare for the transition to preschool. Note: Children must be 24 months old by December 1, 2023.

Days: Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 9am-11:30am
Cost: $230 Per Month

In the Building Blocks program, toddlers will:
• Practice socialization skills
• Acquire an expressive vocabulary
• Progress through the early stages of cooperative play
• Develop fine and gross motor skills
• Achieve hand-eye coordination
• Explore music and movement through rhythms and rhymes
…plus so much more.

Our 3 year old program encourages socialization and interaction while introducing academic elements in a fun and motivating environment. Hands-on projects and lessons using a variety of mediums such as glue, crayons, scissors, clay, sand, and occasionally “goop” helps children develop fine motor skills while gym time, weekly swimming lessons, and outdoor play builds strong gross motor skills.

• Child must be 3 years old by December 1st and be potty trained
• 1 Teacher and an assistant to 14 Children
• 2, 3 or 5 Day Option
• Half Day, Full Day & Extended Day Available

This Kindergarten readiness program helps acclimate children to the classroom setting. Our trained and caring teachers help children develop self-worth, independence and a sense of accomplishment through a curriculum designed to help master the basics required for kindergarten and stimulate a willingness to learn.

Classroom challenges are modified when needed to allow children to work, play and learn at their own pace. Lessons on simple science, basic math, and early literacy are incorporated into a typical school day. Songs, gym activities, weekly swimming lessons, and games make the program complete.

• Child must be 4 years old by December 1st and be potty trained.
• 1 Teacher and an assistant to 16 Children
• 2, 3 or 5 Day Option
• Half Day, Full Day & Extended Day Available

The YMCA OF MIDDLETOWN has contracted with the Enlarged City School District of Middletown and the Minisink Valley Central School District to offer a free Universal Pre-K (UPK) program to families that reside in within those districts. This is a kindergarten readiness program. Our New York State certified teacher, along with her assistant will help to acclimate your child to their upcoming kindergarten classroom environment.

A primary goal of this program is to provide students with instruction in early literacy, basic math and simple science, as well as swimming lessons and gym time. Our teachers, along with resources from the school districts, encourage your child’s learning by helping them develop a sense of self-worth, independence and a sense of accomplishment.

Though the curriculum is our own, we work closely with the districts to provide the basics required for kindergarten and a strong educational foundation. All classes have weekly swim lessons. Registration is conducted through each district. This registration does not guarantee placement but puts your child into the UPK lottery.

• Child must be 4 years old by December 1st and potty trained.
• 1 teacher and an assistant to 18 children
• Monday – Friday
• Both districts offer half day options 9-11:30am or 12:15-2:45pm or full day options 9-2:45pm.  Please make sure you register with the appropriate district. Click on your district for contact information:

• UPK students enrolled in the half day program may extended their school day by registering for the AM/PM Half Day First Step Preschool Program and/or the AM/PM Extended Day options in addition to their UPK day.
• UPK students enrolled in the Minisink Valley full day UPK program may extended their school day by registering for the AM/PM Extended Day options in addition to their UPK day.

or visit the YMCA OF MIDDLETOWN.

All cancellations require a 30 day notice prior to the 1st of the month. All changes require a 5 school day notice prior to the effective date. All changes and cancellations are subject to a $10 fee which can be paid at the time of the adjustment or on the next draft.

Click the button below to download and fill out the enrollment change forms with any changes or cancellations you have. Only the parent/guardian listed on the registration form can make changes.

Our Membership Assistance Program, or M.A.P. is available at both of our Middletown and Monroe, NY locations:

Family Advantage – MUST have a child enrolled in YMCA Club Kid and YMCA Preschool. Only available for the monthly draft. Two Adults and children under 26 living in the same household.
Join Fee $0.00 Rate Fee $38.00/Monthly

Financial assistance is available through our ACCESS program and made possible by the proceeds donated to the YMCA’s Annual Strong Kids Campaign. Applications may be dropped off at the Y and will only be accepted in person.