CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The Y’s Child Development Center in our Hillsborough and Somerville branches provide care for children ages 6 weeks to six years old in a value based program to foster the growth and development of children and their families by implementing an educational, safe and nurturing environment. Our program is designed to meet the developmental needs of young children by providing experiences that enrich and enhance each child’s cognitive, social and emotional development. Children develop a positive self-concept through a balance of self and teacher directed activities. Activities include a varied academic curriculum including music, structured fitness activities, swim lessons, and a weekly Spanish lesson. Youth programs are available for an additional fee. At the Y we are more than a center, we are a family.
LITTLE SPROUTS - Hillsborough Family YMCA and Somerville Family YMCA
This half day preschool program is the perfect introduction to a school-like experience. Children have an opportunity to explore the world around them through hands-on learning activities that stimulate their curiosity and creativity. Interaction with other children through cooperative learning activities together is our focus. Two, three or five day options are available.
KINDERGARTEN – Hillsborough Family YMCA
An academic kindergarten curriculum is presented, by a certified teacher, from
9:00am - 3:00pm following the Hillsborough School District calendar. We provide child care services from 7:00am - 6:30pm. A weekly swim lesson, recreational swim, music and fitness programs are provided. Youth programs are also available at an additional fee.
For information regarding Childcare Services, please contact:
Barbara Petrillo, Sr. Director of Children’s Services at 908-369-0490 ext. 618 in Hillsborough
Tina Gandarillas, Director of Children’s Services at 908-722-4567 ext. 622 in Somerville
AFTER SCHOOL - Hillsborough Family YMCA and Somerville Family YMCA
Our after school program is held weekdays at the Y throughout the school year from dismissal until 6:30pm. The Y program includes homework time and assistance and CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Children’s Health). Our program provides an active, non-competitive, value based approach to sports, games, and arts and crafts. Free swim is provided as well as healthy snacks. Transportation from local schools is provided.
AFTER SCHOOL - Roosevelt School and Branchburg Central Middle School
Our after school program is held weekdays at the school throughout the school year from dismissal until 6:00pm. The Y program includes homework time and assistance and CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Children’s Health). Our program also provides age appropriate active non-competitive, value based approach to sports, games and arts and crafts. A healthy snack is provided daily.
KID'S DAY OUT – School’s Closed – Come to the Y!!
Hillsborough Family YMCA and Somerville Family YMCA
The Y provides care for your children on days when school is not in session. Arts and crafts, games, sports and recreational swim are available for your child all in a safe, value based environment.
For information regarding Afterschool and Kid's Day Out programs, please contact:
Jim Vaccarella, Youth and Family Director at 908-369-0490 ext. 616 in Hillsborough
Dana Scarantino, Youth and Family Director at 908-722-4567 ext. 622 in Somerville
