YOUTH > Y Peach Tree Day Care
At Y Peach Tree, we provide a safe, convenient and affordable program supervised by caring adult staff who serve as role models. Children are given activity choices where they can make friends, learn, play and thrive. We all share a common goal - to provide an atmosphere in which all youth in our community can grow, develop new interests and friendships, remain physically active and have FUN! We are a state-licensed program with caring, certified instructors who work to help your child reach his or her full potential. Come see us today - we'd love to have you visit.
Registration for the 2011/2012 School Year
Registration for the 2011/2012 school year is currently open. Participants are enrolled on a first come/first served basis, and priority is given to those registering for full-time care. Please contact Jessica Wheeler if you wish to enroll your child. Membership at the Red Wing Family YMCA is not required. Summer programming information will be coming soon.
We provide:
- Extended care for youth ages 33 months through fourth grade.
- Transportation to and from your child's school.
- A licensed (for pre-school age), safe, convenient, affordable program with activities that serve a variety of interests and all pre-schools in Red Wing.
- Care for youth in Sunnyside and Burnside Schools with our Options School Age Care programs.
- Year round programming, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Healthy snacks.
- Financial Assistance for those who qualify.
Program Schedule
We are open 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Care is provided on school release days and throughout the summer. Our goal is to provide well-rounded experiences that nurture and enhance your child's development by offering "learning through play". The purposeful, educational activities your child experiences stimulates critical thinking skills, develop creativity and enhance learning. Children are stimulated physically, emotionally, developmentally and socially preparing them for future success.
Programming is designed around seven core components:
- Arts and humanities
- Morals and ethics
- Health, wellness and fitness
- Literacy
- Science and technology
- Service learning
- Social Competence and conflict resolution
Our curriculum is developed from the following:
- Specific needs and interests of the children.
- Success in school and /or enhancement to school learning.
- Talents and abilities of team members.
- Creative and unique opportunities to play.
- Enrichment resources within facility and the surrounding community.
- We will provide a rest/relaxation time for your child each afternoon.
- We will compliment our curriculum with field trips on most school release days.
Our Teachers:
- Kris Ruehl - Kris has been the Kids Care/Gym Coordinator at the Y since 2010. She graduated with a degree in School and Community Health Education from Winona State University in 2001. During high school and college she was employed at the Red Wing Family YMCA teaching tennis lessons, leading Summer Rec and worked in the babysitting room.
- Jessica Wheeler - Jessica has been with the Y for 12 years. She graduated with Bachelors of Science degree in Parks and Recreation from Winona State University in 1998. She has directed child care, aquatics, mentoring and day camp programs.
Both teachers are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Financial Assistance
The Y provides financial assistance to families who cannot afford full tuition. To apply, contact Jessica Wheeler at 651-388-4724. Financial assistance and equipment updates are available thanks to the support of the Y's Annual Campaign Donors.
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