The Y: We’re for Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
The Berkshire Family YMCA is a licensed program with the Early Education and Care. Parents have the right to contact them for information regarding the Center’s compliance history. The telephone number and address for EEC is:
Department of Early Education and Care
95 Liberty St. Suite 1124
Springfield, MA 01103
413-788-8401 ext. 21543
Lenox Childcare
Collapsible
The Berkshire Family YMCA invites childcare-seeking residents to register their child for its new Berkshire Family YMCA at Lenox licensed childcare at 6 Holmes Road in Lenox! Available to child(ren) ages 2.9 to pre-kindergarten. The YMCA’s Lenox childcare is licensed by the Dept. of Early Education and Care.
Program Time:
Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. year round
Program Location:
6 Holmes Road, Lenox
Program Ages:
2.9 years to pre-kindergarten
Contact Info:
Laurie Vanuni: 413-499-7650 x145 or lvanuni@bfymca.org
Pittsfield Childcare
Collapsible
The YMCA’s Pittsfield Branch childcare is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care for children 1 month to pre-kindergarten. NAEYC is a national, voluntary accreditation system that sets high standards for early childhood education programs. Programs include: Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten programs. Snack is provided in the morning and afternoon. Full-time slots are available, with a two-day minimum requirement.
We offer financial scholarships to those who qualify and accept vouchers.
INFANT PROGRAM
The infant room was created for our youngest and most treasured little ones. This is an environment that is designed for babies between the ages of 1 month to 15 months old and is licensed for 7 infants with 2 trained childcare providers. The room possesses a lovely arrangement of childhood toys, accessories, as well as 7 classical cribs.
TODDLER PROGRAM
The toddler room is available for children from the age of 15 months to 2 years and 9 months. This space is available for up to 18 toddlers and staffed with 5 qualified teachers.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
The two preschool rooms include the transitional classroom and preschool classroom, each licensed with two teachers. The transitional classroom includes children who are 2 years 9 months and older. The 3-year-old classroom is designed for children to learn through hands on activities. Preschool children take part in weekly half-hour swimming lessons as part of their tuition.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
The pre-kindergarten program is licensed for 18 children with a staff of 2 teachers. This program is designed for children prior to the year they enter kindergarten. The room is designed for a variety of interest centers. Emphasis is put on kindergarten readiness skills. The curriculum emphasizes pre-reading, pre-writing and pre-math skills.
Program Time:
Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. year round
Two days per week minimum.
Program Location:
Berkshire Family YMCA, 292 North Street
Program Ages:
1 month – PreK
Contact Info:
Laurie Vanuni: 413-499-7650 x145 or lvanuni@bfymca.org
Northern Berkshire Branch Childcare
Collapsible
Taconic Early Learning Center
Collapsible
Enhance your child’s growth and development at the Taconic Early Learning Center. Our program offers a safe and supportive environment for your child to flourish. The Y’s early education program provides an atmosphere that encourages creativity and imagination. We seek to provide an education and an environment in which each child can grow. Our Pre-K program focuses on kindergarten readiness skills. The curriculum emphasizes pre-reading, pre-writing and pre-math skills. Students are bussed weekly during the school day for swim lessons at the Y!
Program Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm
2 Day option Available.
The Taconic Early Learning Center is located at Taconic High School Campus, 96 Valentine Road, Pittsfield.