South Mountain YMCA

We use the Creative Curriculum to create a learning environment that helps each child develop their social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language abilities.

The Creative Curriculum builds children’s confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills through hands-on, project-based investigations. Trusted for decades by early childhood educators, our curriculum:

● Respects and nurtures individual skill progression for the whole child

● Harnesses the power of play through studies that engage learners as young as 2

● Seamlessly connects families to their children’s learning

● Provides intentional support for every teacher every day.

 Private deck area for outdoor play

  Art area for infants and toddlers

  Indoor play area (infant) and large gym (toddler) for practicing gross motor skills and staying active

  Water table to enhance senses and science/math skills

  Organized activities such as art projects, games, songs, and stories provide stimulation

INFANT
Each caregiver forms a close relationship with the children and their families. This partnership provides a stable routine, which is so important. Staff and families stay together for the first three years of their time with us.

WADDLER
At this stage of development, children’s language and gross motor skills are exploding! Caregivers continue to engage children through hands-on experiences as they explore and understand the world around them.

TODDLER
Toddlers experience significant advancements in self-help skills, identifying emotions, taking turns, language, and fine motor skills. Staff meet children where they are while helping build their confidence and social skills.