Preschool (Niebur)
Preparing children physically, socially, emotionally and academically for Kindergarten. Children must be potty trained EXCEPT for toddlers.
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REGISTRATION FOR 2026 – 2027 SCHOOL YEAR OPEN NOW!
Time For Toddlers - Age 2
Giving your 2 year old the opportunity to learn and grow. Our program provides a safe and loving environment where they can develop socially and emotionally. We are a play based class with many opportunities to paint, play with dough, music, circle time, fine & gross motor skills & fun projects to create, then take home.
Requirements: Child must be 2 on or before September 1st of the current school year. The kids will have snack every day. Parent will need to bring a packed snack for their child.
Monday & Wednesday • 9:30am – 12:30pm
Tuesday & Thursday • 9:30am – 12:30pm
Members: $190 (2 Days)
Non-Members: $245 (2 Days)
Three Year Old Program - Age 3
Our 3 year old class provides an environment of exploration and discovery through active play. Children get to express themselves through music, movement and language. We begin to learn about letters, numbers, colors and shapes, as well as fun STEAM activities.
Nurturing teachers help children develop social and emotional skills through interactions in the classroom.
Requirements: Child must be 3 before September 1st of the current school year. The kids will be having a lunch and snack every day. Parent will need to bring a packed lunch and snack.
Tuesday & Thursday • 9:30am – 2:00pm
Members $230 • Non-Members $285
Pre-Kindergarten - Age 4
In our Pre-K program, we help prepare for Kindergarten readiness with engaging activities in the classroom. Through play and choice, children gain social and interactive skills, as well as confidence & independence. Skills in areas of reading, writing, math and science are worked on, along with creative art projects. Teachers aim to foster a lifelong love of learning & a strong sense of community!
Requirements: Child must be 4 before September 1st of the current school year. The kids will be having a lunch and snack every day. Parent will need to bring a packed lunch and snack.
Monday & Wednesday •9:30am – 2:00pm
Members $230 • Non-Members $285
Little Explorers Learning Club *NEW*
Welcome to the Little Explorers Learning Club! This program is designed for children ages 3–5.
Requirements: Child must be 3 before September 1st of the current school year. Please note that parents are responsible for providing their child with a snack each Friday.
Ages 3 – 5 • Don’t Have To Be In Preschool Program To Attend
Friday • 9:00am – 12:30pm
September – May (Register Monthly)
Members $110 • Non-Members $140
Registration
Register starting March 2nd for the 2026 – 2027 school year for all Preschool Classes!
Preschool meets September to mid-May. Tuition Rates are per month. A $100 non-refundable deposit will be collected at the time of registration.
Additional Fun
For more information about our Preschool Program please contact our Preschool Coordinators Kay Burns & Amy Hehmeyer-Wheat at 618.656.0436 ext. 2327 or preschool@edwymca.com.
Annual Circus!
Swim Time!
Apple Picking!
Safety & Fire Prevention With Fire Department!
Santa Night!
Halloween Skate Party!
Graduation & More!
Important Information
You Must First Register Your Child Online Or At The Front Desk At Either The Meyer Center Or Niebur (Esic) Center Before Handing In Paperwork.
The paperwork can be filled out AFTER you have registered your child and paid the $100 non-refundable registration fee.
Click the Links below for Important Documents and Information you need to have or fill out for Preschool.
Information
Please fill out the preschool information form and e-mail it to the Preschool Directors at preschool@edwymca.com for Kay Burns or Amy Hehmeyer-Wheat.
Physicals
Please print out the physical form and have your child’s physician fill out the vaccination portion. These physicals are good for two years. You do not need to make a separate doctor’s appointment for this form. If your child has been to the doctor within the last two years, they can fill it out with the latest information.
If you have any questions regarding the documents, please email the Preschool Directors at preschool@edwymca.com for Kay Burns or Amy Hehmeyer-Wheat.
Preschool Information Documents
The supply list, fair credit reporting act, school calendar, and preschool handbook are for informational purposes only.
Preschool Special Events
We offer special events throughout the year for preschool-aged children!
YMCA Preschool Fall Festival
Activities will be games, crafts, and a snack.
Ages: 3 – 8
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Date: Saturday, October 17th
Location: Niebur Center Gym
Prices:
Members $30 • Each Additional Child $20
Non-Members $40 • Each Additional Child $30
YMCA Preschool Art Day
Acitivites will be games, crafts, and a snack. There will be a messy art project, so children should wear something parents would not mind getting dirty.
Ages: 3 – 6
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Date: Saturday, November 21st
Location: Niebur Center Upstairs Preschool Rooms
Prices:
Members $30 • Each Additional Child $20
Non-Members $40 • Each Additional Child $30
YMCA Preschool Parents Day Out "Polar Express"
The Niebur Preschool is throwing a Parents Day Out! Hop on the Polar Express for this fun event for the preschooler aged kids and their siblings! Parents can enjoy a morning to themselves while the kids have some fun! Children can wear their PJ’s for this event.
This is for children ages 2 – 8. The max amount of 2-3 year old participants is 12 and for 4 – 8 year old’s, the max is 36.
Members $30 • Each Additional Child $20
Non-Members $40 • Each Additional Child $30