The YMCA Early Learning Center at the Jefferson School offers quality full-day early learning for infants through preschoolers, enabling parents and family members to go to work knowing their children are in a safe, stimulating environment. We are located in the heart of downtown Charlottesville at the historic Jefferson School City Center.
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Ages 6 weeks-5 yearsThe center is open to all, with priority given to currently-enrolled families. Registration/re-registration happens in late July/early August.
Location: 233 4th Street NW, Charlottesville, VA
Phone Number: (434) 202-0118
Email: childcare@piedmontymca.org
Weekly tuition is based on the YMCA classroom your child enrolls in. Annual non-refundable registration fee of $100 is due prior to enrollment.
|
Gross Household Income |
YMCA Scholarship |
Infant |
Toddler |
Pre1- |
Pre2-PreK |
| $35,000 or less | * | * | * | * | |
| $35,001 - $60,000 | 30% | $245 | $213.50 | $164.50 | $157.50 |
| $60,001 - $85,000 | 20% | $280 | $244 | $188 | $180 |
| $85,001 or more | $350 | $305 | $235 | $225 |
*Please contact your local Department of Social Services or United Way Early Learners Scholarship Program to apply for subsidized child care opportunities.
Note: Income in all categories (except $85,001 or more) must be verified by providing a copy of your most recent tax return and documentation of all sources of income. Examples include: unemployment, SNAP, TANF, Social Security, disability, spousal/child support, etc.
| August 8 – Back to School Brunch | January 20 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| September 1 – Labor Day | February 16 – President’s Day (Teacher Workday) |
| October 17 – Close at 1 pm | April 3 – Close at 1 pm |
| November 11 – Veteran’s Day (Teacher Workday) | May 25 – Memorial Day |
| November 27-28 – Thanksgiving Break | June 19 – Juneteenth |
| December 24-26 – Christmas Break | July 4 – Independence Day |
| January 1 – New Year’s Day | August 6 – Last Day for Pre-K students |
Timeline:
Please note: We give priority to current/ returning families in the application process for the ELC at the Jefferson School.
1,892 is the approximate number of days between the day your child is born and the day your child starts school.
WE STRIVE TO MAKE EVERY ONE OF THOSE DAYS COUNT!
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Please contact us with any questions at: childcare@piedmontymca.org