Andover/North Andover YMCA Child Care Program

The Merrimack Valley YMCA Andover/North Andover Branch Preschool/Kindergarten Program was established in 1977 to serve children from 2.9 to 5 years old. The purpose of the program is to provide a safe, supportive environment that fosters the physical, social, cognitive, emotional and social growth of each child. Our program is licensed by and meets the standards of the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
We believe that children are active learners who grow and develop skills when fostered in the appropriate environment. Our preschool curriculum addresses the interest and abilities of the preschool child. We take the individual learning styles of each child and the stages of child development into consideration when planning curriculum.
We offer an exciting, nurturing, stimulating and supportive environment for preschool/kindergarten children. Children are encouraged to express themselves creatively through art, dramatic play, block play and choice time activities. Children are invited to participate in other daily activities that foster their fine and gross motor skills through hands-on and group activities. We encourage children to learn and explore at their own pace.
An important aspect of a preschool/kindergarten childs life is to gain confidence and self-reliance. We encourage the development of these skills by incorporating them into our daily curriculum. We provide opportunities for independent, small group and large group activities incorporating sharing and cooperative skills.
Our goal is to help your child develop to his/her fullest potential and provide them with a positive Preschool experience. We feel that with our exemplary curriculum, classroom environments and highly qualified staff that we can provide a quality Preschool experience for your child that will adequately prepare them for their future educational experiences.