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Our Early Childhood Center builds strong kids, strong families, and strong communities through our preschool program and comprehensive child care. Our robust curriculum and flexible schedules are structured to meet your family’s needs, and provide a safe space for your family to grow and play together. Early Learning Separation Enrichment Classes Ages 2 About Early Learning Separation Enrichment Classes These classes are designed to prepare children for a school environment and are separate from the Early Childhood Program for ages 2-4.Our curriculum is designed to promote the growth and development of the “whole child.” We believe in an active learning method curriculum in which teaching strives to involve students in the learning process more directly and where the motivation to learn is authentic. The program focuses on the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child as an individual and with a group. This program is intended to serve as a gateway to preschool. Our ultimate goal is that each child has a positive first school experience.The Y offers three or four classes per week - Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays or Mondays - Thursdays from 9 AM - 12 PM each day. Sessions are 8 weeks. The program runs on the NYC Board of Education calendar. Drop off only. Schedules & Cost Our Separation classes run from September 2024 - June 2025 in 8 week sessions.Number of DaysTimesMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday (3 days)9 am - 12 pmMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday (4 days)9 am - 12 pmCostFor information regarding the cost of the program, please contact Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org or stop by the Greenpoint Y branch, Monday to Friday, from 8 am - 6 pm.PaymentPayment is due before the 1st of the month prior to care. All payments made after the 15th are subject to a $25 late fee. There are no refunds or credits issued for missed days or holidays. Enrollment Documents for 2024-2025 classesEnrollment PacketFlyerFinancial Assistance Application - EnglishFinancial Assistance Application - SpanishMedical Form *Rates subject to change.**School year runs from September to June.***Completed enrollment documents should be emailed to Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org and greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, or they can be dropped off at the Greenpoint Y branch between 8 am and 6 pm, Monday to Friday. Location Early Learning Separation Classes are located at the Greenpoint YMCA at 99 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222. Phone: 212-912-2260. Registration (September - June) For more information, please contact the Greenpoint YMCA at greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, 212-912-2260 or click button below to register.Register Registration (July - August) The YMCA Separation Enrichment Classes are available Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 12 pm in July and/ or August.The separation classes are a child's first opportunity to independently participate in a peer community. The classes offer a variety of activities including art, science, math, and physical that help develop social skills, confidence, and independence.Cost: $TBD/ month *Please note once you click the Register button below for either the July or August session, please select the Year-Long tab not the Summer Tab to access the camps.July RegisterAugustRegister Financial Assistance is available Early Childhood Program Ages 2-3We are excited to be relaunching the Greenpoint YMCA Early Childhood Program starting September 2025*. It will be a full-day program, 5 days per week, from September through June.If you would like to be placed on our waiting list and to receive additional information, please email us at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org and greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org*Expected start date of Thursday, September 4, 2025. About the Early Childhood Program Our curriculum is designed to promote the growth and development of the “whole child.” We believe in an active learning method curriculum in which teaching strives to involve students in the learning process more directly and where the motivation to learn is authentic. The program focuses on the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child as an individual and with a group. The program runs on the NYC Board of Education calendar. Drop off only. Schedules & Cost Our Early Childhood Program will start September 2025. Number of DaysTimesMonday - FridayTBD CostFor information regarding the cost of the program, please contact Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org or stop by the Greenpoint Y branch, Monday to Friday, from 8 am - 6 pm.PaymentPayment is due before the 1st of the month prior to care. All payments made after the 15th are subject to a $25 late fee. There are no refunds or credits issued for missed days or holidays. Enrollment DocumentsEnrollment PacketFlyerFinancial Assistance Application - EnglishFinancial Assistance Application - SpanishMedical Form *Rates subject to change.**School year runs from September to June.***Completed enrollment documents should be emailed to Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org and greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, or they can be dropped off at the Greenpoint Y branch between 8 am and 6 pm, Monday to Friday. Location The Early Childhood Program will be located at the Greenpoint YMCA at 99 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222. Phone: 212-912-2260. Registration For more information, please contact the Greenpoint YMCA at greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, 212-912-2260. Previous Next Our Spaces Summer Camp The YMCA offers day camps, sports camps, arts camps, and more. Learn about Camps Swimming Sign up for a swim lesson, swim laps, or take a water exercise class at the Y. Explore Swim Programs Arts & Education Classes Our classes for kids little to big include dance, theater, yoga, visual art, and much more. Browse our Classes Questions?We're here for you. Contact our early childhood team today! Contact Us
Our Early Childhood Center builds strong kids, strong families, and strong communities through our preschool program and comprehensive child care. Our robust curriculum and flexible schedules are structured to meet your family’s needs, and provide a safe space for your family to grow and play together. Early Learning Separation Enrichment Classes Ages 2 About Early Learning Separation Enrichment Classes These classes are designed to prepare children for a school environment and are separate from the Early Childhood Program for ages 2-4.Our curriculum is designed to promote the growth and development of the “whole child.” We believe in an active learning method curriculum in which teaching strives to involve students in the learning process more directly and where the motivation to learn is authentic. The program focuses on the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child as an individual and with a group. This program is intended to serve as a gateway to preschool. Our ultimate goal is that each child has a positive first school experience.The Y offers three or four classes per week - Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays or Mondays - Thursdays from 9 AM - 12 PM each day. Sessions are 8 weeks. The program runs on the NYC Board of Education calendar. Drop off only. Schedules & Cost Our Separation classes run from September 2024 - June 2025 in 8 week sessions.Number of DaysTimesMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday (3 days)9 am - 12 pmMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday (4 days)9 am - 12 pmCostFor information regarding the cost of the program, please contact Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org or stop by the Greenpoint Y branch, Monday to Friday, from 8 am - 6 pm.PaymentPayment is due before the 1st of the month prior to care. All payments made after the 15th are subject to a $25 late fee. There are no refunds or credits issued for missed days or holidays. Enrollment Documents for 2024-2025 classesEnrollment PacketFlyerFinancial Assistance Application - EnglishFinancial Assistance Application - SpanishMedical Form *Rates subject to change.**School year runs from September to June.***Completed enrollment documents should be emailed to Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org and greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, or they can be dropped off at the Greenpoint Y branch between 8 am and 6 pm, Monday to Friday. Location Early Learning Separation Classes are located at the Greenpoint YMCA at 99 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222. Phone: 212-912-2260. Registration (September - June) For more information, please contact the Greenpoint YMCA at greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, 212-912-2260 or click button below to register.Register Registration (July - August) The YMCA Separation Enrichment Classes are available Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 12 pm in July and/ or August.The separation classes are a child's first opportunity to independently participate in a peer community. The classes offer a variety of activities including art, science, math, and physical that help develop social skills, confidence, and independence.Cost: $TBD/ month *Please note once you click the Register button below for either the July or August session, please select the Year-Long tab not the Summer Tab to access the camps.July RegisterAugustRegister Financial Assistance is available Early Childhood Program Ages 2-3We are excited to be relaunching the Greenpoint YMCA Early Childhood Program starting September 2025*. It will be a full-day program, 5 days per week, from September through June.If you would like to be placed on our waiting list and to receive additional information, please email us at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org and greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org*Expected start date of Thursday, September 4, 2025. About the Early Childhood Program Our curriculum is designed to promote the growth and development of the “whole child.” We believe in an active learning method curriculum in which teaching strives to involve students in the learning process more directly and where the motivation to learn is authentic. The program focuses on the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child as an individual and with a group. The program runs on the NYC Board of Education calendar. Drop off only. Schedules & Cost Our Early Childhood Program will start September 2025. Number of DaysTimesMonday - FridayTBD CostFor information regarding the cost of the program, please contact Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org or stop by the Greenpoint Y branch, Monday to Friday, from 8 am - 6 pm.PaymentPayment is due before the 1st of the month prior to care. All payments made after the 15th are subject to a $25 late fee. There are no refunds or credits issued for missed days or holidays. Enrollment DocumentsEnrollment PacketFlyerFinancial Assistance Application - EnglishFinancial Assistance Application - SpanishMedical Form *Rates subject to change.**School year runs from September to June.***Completed enrollment documents should be emailed to Vincent Punziano, Youth & Family Director, at vpunziano@ymcanyc.org and greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, or they can be dropped off at the Greenpoint Y branch between 8 am and 6 pm, Monday to Friday. Location The Early Childhood Program will be located at the Greenpoint YMCA at 99 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222. Phone: 212-912-2260. Registration For more information, please contact the Greenpoint YMCA at greenpoint_contact@ymcanyc.org, 212-912-2260. Previous Next Our Spaces Summer Camp The YMCA offers day camps, sports camps, arts camps, and more. Learn about Camps Swimming Sign up for a swim lesson, swim laps, or take a water exercise class at the Y. Explore Swim Programs Arts & Education Classes Our classes for kids little to big include dance, theater, yoga, visual art, and much more. Browse our Classes Questions?We're here for you. Contact our early childhood team today! Contact Us