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Y Programs » Youth Development » Child Development Programs  
+ Serving children 6 weeks-12 years of age
+ Child care and early education available 6:15 AM-6:00 PM, Monday through Friday
+ Stimulating, age-appropriate activities
+ Positive group experiences
+ Swim instruction
+ Scholarships available, CCIS accepted

Sarah K. Byrne-Houser

- BA in Psychology, Loyola University (Maryland)
- MS Candidate, Organizational Leadership, Carlow University
- 13 years in early care and education
- 11 years as a YMCA Child Care/Early Ed. Director
- Board Member, Pittsburgh Association for the Education of Young Children

Kathi Betton

- BS from the University of Tampa
- 19 years of early care and education experience
- 14 years with the Ligonier Valley YMCA

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Engaging the mind, the hands, and the imagination!

 

Our program balances structured activity with individual exploration to encourage children to think creatively, to take initiative and to build positive relationships.  We provide unique opportunities for active physical play and community involvement; our emphasis Character Development program creates an environment of encouragement in which we recognize personal strengths and celebrate diversity.

  

 Come Grow with us!

 

PRESCHOOL & PRE-KINDERGARTEN

  • Children and educators building knowledge together through exploration and problem solving
  • Projects and activities based upon children’s interests
  • Extensive Pre-K program designed to prepare children for elementary learning Weekly swim instruction (October through April)

 

SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE

  • Age-appropriate programming to meet the needs of each family while creating a safe, supportive environment for the student
  • Before-school care beginning at 6:15 AM; after-school care until 6:00 PM
  • Bus transportation (provided by local school district) for R.K. Mellon, Ligonier Valley Middles School, Holy Trinity, and the Valley School of Ligonier
  • Care during snow delays; full-day program during snow days and several scheduled school closings

 

TODDLER PROGRAM

  • Techniques to support child’s growing independence
  • Sensory-based learning
  • Projects and activities based upon primary areas of toddler development

 

 

INFANT CARE

  • Daily schedule based upon child’s individual needs
  • Nurturing interaction between caregivers and child
  • Intentional communication designed to foster cognitive connections
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