YMCA staff engages kids at child development center YMCA staff engages kids at child development center

Program Details

Program Details

Ages: Six weeks to five years
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7 am-6pm
Weekly Rates:

  • Infant: $270
  • One year old: $265
  • Two years old: $260
  • Preschool (ages 3–5): $255
    Rates are per child, per week. Registration and/or waitlist fees may apply.

Financial Assistance Available
We believe every family deserves access to quality early learning. The Y offers income-based program rates—please visit or call the branch to find out if you qualify.

How It Works

The Chestnut Street Family YMCA Child Development Center is a state-licensed, full-day early childhood program. We use the Creative Curriculum, a nationally recognized, research-based framework that fosters exploration, creativity, and developmental milestones through structured play.

Children will:

  • Build early language, literacy, and motor skills
  • Explore art, music, STEM, and imaginative play
  • Learn cooperation, empathy, and self-confidence
  • Enjoy indoor and outdoor learning in a safe, nurturing environment

All instruction is guided by caring, certified staff who create a consistent routine focused on academic, emotional, and social growth.

Ready to Register?

Online registration is not available for this program. Please call 502-587-7405 or stop by the Front Desk at the Chestnut Street Family YMCA to register in person.

If enrollment is full, you may still join the waitlist to be contacted when a space becomes available.

Why Choose the Y for Preschool?

Whole-Child Focus

We nurture every child’s growth—academically, physically, emotionally, and socially.

Licensed and Trusted

As a state-licensed center, we meet all regulatory standards for safety, staffing, and curriculum quality.

Caring Staff

Our experienced educators are passionate about creating an engaging, developmentally appropriate foundation for learning.

Creating A Safe Environment

The YMCA of Greater Louisville works in partnership with families, staff and volunteers to protect children from child abuse.

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