3 & 4 YEAR OLD PRESCHOOL

We are a fully-licensed preschool program following the Creative Curriculum. The 3 and 4-year old class is led by certified teachers and we offer affordable monthly rates as well as financial assistance to families who qualify. Day camps are also available for an additional cost when school is closed. Registration for the 2018-2019 school year begins April 1.

Discovery Kids Preschool Registration Handbook-2018-2019

3 & 4 YEAR OLD DROP-OFF & PICK-UP INFORMATION:

Drop Off: 7:30 am – 8:30am
School Day Hours: 7:30 am – 6:00pm

ALL CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED.

Back to School Splash Open House is Thursday, August 30, 2018, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. YMCA outdoor pool deck. Refreshments for afterschool and preschool families – bring your swimsuit and towel! Note that students cannot be accompanied by parent/or guardian during this event – no student left unattaended. Thank you!

ADVOCATES FOR BETTER CARE

YMCA Discovery Kids Preschool is now an ABC voucher provider! Applications are now being accepted for those who qualify for ABC vouchers.

Qualifications: Depends on family size and household income
Who: Children ranging in age from birth to 5 years (Note that the Y only accepts kids age 3 and 4 to the Discovery Preschool)
Where to Apply: Department of Social Services*

CURRICULUM INFORMATION

Students enrolled in the Discovery Kids Preschool and Preschool PLUS programs will be taught by certified teachers using The Creative Curriculum.

This research based, nationally utilized curriculum is also used in pre-kindergarten classrooms in the Beaufort County School District. In addition to being well prepared to enter kindergarten, children will be encouraged to become enthusiastic, confident, independent learners. The Discovery Kids Preschool is a comprehensive children’s program based on the fundamental factors of child development in social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language growth.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

All childcare programs are eligible for financial assistance for families in need. To confidentially apply or for additional information complete our financial assistance form: Y Financial Assistance Form

Please allow 7-10 working days for processing financial assistance applications.