Wayne YMCA Expands Early Learning Center to Care for Infants, Waddlers

The Wayne YMCA ABC Early Learning Center has expanded enrollment to include infants as young as six weeks old and children up to 24 months for full- and part-time care starting in September.

“We recognize that parents of babies and very young children are looking for the kind of high-quality child care the Wayne YMCA ABC Early Learning Center has long provided to children ages 2 to 5, promoting their development in a safe, nurturing environment,” Child Care Director Ali Dorfman said.

The YMCA added the Infant Care program for children ages six weeks to 18 months and the Waddler Care program for those between 18 months and two years.

The state-licensed ABC Early Learning Center has lower child-to-staff ratios than required, flexible schedules and extended hours. The experienced, caring staff take part in ongoing professional development and engage children with age-appropriate interaction and activities.

The center features a private fenced-in playground and outdoor atrium, an indoor climbing room, library, gymnasium, and areas for science, manipulatives, blocks, art writing, and reading.

Parents can enroll their children now. For more information, go to http://www.metroymcas.org/wayne-ymca/child-care/ or call 973-595-0100.

ABOUT THE Y

Established in 1885, the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is the largest association of YMCAs in New Jersey, serving more than 35,000 individuals and providing nearly $1.3 million in direct financial assistance. Its six YMCAs, located in East Orange, Livingston, Maplewood, Hardyston, Stillwater and Wayne, are committed to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. They offer an array of programs that build spirit, mind and body for people of all ages and all circumstances.