Kindergarten programming at the Y provides children with a positive, engaging, interactive start to their formal education. The Y's curriculum provides children with the opportunity to approach academics in a hands-on and exploratory way to build and solidify a lifelong love of learning. With a focus on literacy, math, science, social studies, the arts and technology, children will build the skills necessary to prepare them for first grade and beyond. Through the curriculum and the Y;s commitment to value based learning, children in these programs become independent, self-confident, curious learners who can work well with others.
At the Y, we believe that all children deserve a safe place to go after school and during the summer months to explore the arts, engage in physical activity, get help with their homework, and learn the importance of giving back to their community. Our programs for school-aged children provide youth with supervised activities that teach core values, conflict resolution and leadership skills. Kids have fun while building self-confidence appreciating teamwork, and gaining independence. Activities allow kids to create arts and crafts, explore science and technology, swim, participate in field trips, appreciate nature and better understand our many cultures. These Y programs give you peace of mind while you are at work and ensure that learning and character development continues during out of school time.
Wondering what to do with your kids when school is closed but you still have to work? The Y provides care when your child’s school is closed, including most in-service days and holidays. Your child will engage in social and educational activities along with plenty of physical activity while at the Y.
Did you know that the YMCA of MEWSA runs programs in your child's school? Supporting select Woodbridge Township schools, Metuchen schools and South Amboy schools, check out if we're in your school! Schools We Serve
150 Lake Avenue Metuchen, NJ 08840
200 Hillside Avenue Metuchen, NJ 08840
65 High Street Metuchen, NJ 08840
50 Calvert Avenue East Edison, NJ 08820
238 Avenel Street Avenel, NJ 07001
400 Inman Avenue Colonia, NJ 07067
200 John T. O'Leary Boulevard South Amboy, NJ 08879
Grow NJ Kids is part of a national effort. More than 40 other states are at some stage of launching their effort to improve quality. All types of programs can participate in Grow NJ Kids – a child care center, a school- or center-based preschool program, a Head Start program, as well as a registered family child care provider, who cares for children in his/her home.