Age Groups & Classes
The YWCA cares for children 6 weeks through 12 years old.
Classes are broken down into four primary groups: Infants,
Toddlers, Preschoolers and School-Age. Detailed information on
each class is available in the YWCA's child care brochure.
Download the YWCA Child Care/After School Club brochure.
The YWCA Child Care
and Development program/After School Club offer:
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Explorative and fun approaches to learning through discovery
and social experiences.
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HighReach Learning curriculum that uses an age-appropriate
approach to language, literacy, school readiness and social
skills.
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Indoor and outdoor play.
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Specially trained staff who are fluent in childhood
development and certified in CPR and basic first aid.
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Dedicated management who are well-versed in addressing
parents’ concerns.
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Low teacher-to-child ratios to allow for individual
interaction.
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Computer labs for research, homework and learning.
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Homework assistance and support with studying.
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Afternoon bus pickup from nearby schools.
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Convenient locations on DART routes.
Enrollment Information
Up-to-date immunization records are required for enrollment.
A fee of $50 per child (up to $150 per family) is due upon
enrollment. Semi-annual supply fees are due in September and
January.
Download a rate sheet
for any of our locations:
Garland,
Irving,
Richardson,
Widner.
Scholarship Information
The YWCA offers need-based scholarships for qualifying
families. Scholarships range from 20 to 50 percent of tuition.
To apply for a child care scholarship, families must complete an
application form and attach proof of income. There is an
application fee of $25 per family. It is nonrefundable, but will
be applied toward the enrollment fee.
Download a scholarship application.
Our
Locations
All YWCA child care facilities are recognized as four-star
providers by the Texas Rising Star program. Some programs are
also accredited by the National Association for the Education of
Young Children.
YWCA Widner
 |
1811 S. Hampton Rd.,
Dallas, TX 75208 |
214-339-8376 |
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YWCA Irving
|
3640 W. Northgate Dr.,
Irving, TX 75062 |
972-252-8683 |
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YWCA Garland
|
3821 Broadway Blvd.,
Garland, TX 75043 |
972-271-4681 |
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YWCA Richardson |
635 W. Campbell Rd., Ste.
230
Richardson, TX 75080 |
972-231-7201 |
Accredited by the National Association for the Education of
Young Children's National Academy of Early Childhood Programs. |
Inclement Weather Policy
The YWCA may be forced to close early, not open or delay
opening if severe weather jeopardizes the safety of employees or
children. Information on the status of location openings, delays
or closures will be maintained on an automated message at
214-826-9922.
Holidays
YWCA Child Care and Development programs/After School Clubs
are open year-round, closing only on the following holidays: New
Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving and Christmas. |
