Preschool
With an international student body aged 15-months to 5-years old, the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Preschool Center provides a unique early learning experience that builds a strong platform for a life-long love of learning.
YWCA Greenwich Preschool Programs are licensed by Connecticut's Office of Early Childhood.
Due to COVID-19 , programs and offerings might be modified.

A few things to know:
- YWCA Preschool programs are licensed by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood and comply with regulation standards for health and safety
- Tuition discounts are available for Full Family Members
- Financial aid is available for income-eligible families
- Begin the admissions process by scheduling a tour today
Questions
For additional information, contact Geri Smiles, Director of Childhood Education at 203-869-6501, ext. 221 or g.smiles@ywcagreenwich.org.
Tuition Includes Seven Special Classes:
- Two-years olds receive Music and Gymnastics instructions
- Ages three, four, and five receive expert instruction in basic Gymnastics, Music, Spanish and Swimming* (Dependent upon guidelines provided by the CDC.)
- Ages four and five receive yoga and a visit from Stamford Nature Center monthly
- A new state-of-the-art STEAM Lab for all age groups to use imaginative and creative approaches to encourage critical thinking
*only children attending five days per week get instruction in all courses

1-2-3 Grow
10-Month Program
(September 2022 to June 2023)
Girls and Boys
15-Months to 3-Years
A nurturing experience where children learn to separate, build early socialization skills and advance through play, discovery, exploration and observation. The process is warm, supportive and encourages both emotional and physical development.
Learning and activity modules include:
- Music, Songs, Stories
- STEAM Curriculum
- Finger Plays
- Art Experiences
- Small and Large Motor Skill Coordination
- Indoor and Outdoor Play
Schedule & Tuition
Financial Aid is available for qualifying applicants
Morning Program (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
2 Day - $6,760
3 Day - $9,640
5 Day - $14,560
Additional Lunch Bunch (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM)
1 Day - $660
2 Day - $1,290
3 Day - $1,885
4 Day - $2,470
5 Day - $3,040

Tinker Tots
10-Month Program
(September 2022 to June 2023)
Girls and Boys 3 to 4-Years
Tinker Tots is a creative preschool at its best. An atmosphere rich in experiences, concepts and ideas. The focus is on a developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that encourage the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of the child. Teaching methods encourage intellectual growth and creative expression. The result: a child prepared for kindergarten and beyond.
Our curriculum and activities include:
- Diversity and Inclusion:Fosters children's self-identity and sense of belonging
- Literacy: Encourages verbal communication skills and recognition of letters
- Hands-on Science: Forms a foundation for intellectual development, including STEAM experimentation
- Art: Encourages individual creative thoughts and expressions
- Hands-on Math: Introduces experiences associated with numerical concepts
- Manipulatives: Develops concentration, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination
- Music: Develops an awareness of one’s body through movement and rhythmic activities and explores the use of voice and musical instruments
- Foreign Language: Introduces Spanish through stories, wordplay, and songs
- Swimming and Gymnastics Instruction: Teaches social skills and builds physical strength
- Yoga: Improves focus and concentration skills, while reducing barriers to learning
- Stamford Nature Center: Fosters appreciation and respect for the natural world and the diversity of life on earth
Included Special Classes
- Ages three, four and five receive expert instruction in basic Gymnastics, Music, Spanish and Swimming*
- Ages four and five receive Yoga and a visit from Stamford Nature Center monthly
- A new state-of-the-art STEAM Lab for all age groups to use imaginative and creative approaches to encourage critical thinking
*Only children attending five days per week get instruction in all courses.
Schedule & Tuition
Financial Aid is available for qualifying applicants
Morning Program (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
4 Day - $12,230
5 Day - $14,560
Please note: 4-year olds have a 5-day option only.
Lunch Bunch (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM)
1 Day - $660
2 Day - $1,290
3 Day - $1,885
4 Day - $2,470
5 Day - $3,040
Extended Day (1:00 PM to 3:30 PM)
1-Day - $1,390
2-Day - $2,725
3-Day - $4,005
4-Day - $5,230
5-Day- $6,410

Tinker Tots Plus
Year Round Program
Tinker Tots Plus is a full-day (7:30 am - 6:00 pm), 5-day-per-week, 48-week program that builds on the curriculum for Tinker Tots. The result: a child prepared the right way for kindergarten and beyond.
48-week program
(September 2022 to August 2023)
This program is perfect for working parents. It's a 48-week program, September to August, that runs from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Preschool summer camp is part of the program.
Schedule & Tuition
Financial Aid is available for qualifying applicants
5-Days (7:30 AM to 6:00 PM)
5-Day tuition - $26,200
YWCA Greenwich students and families love our flexible scheduling:
- Part-day for 10 months *
- Full-day for 12 months
Attend morning sessions. Add lunch. Add extended day hours. Put them all together.
- Choice 1: Day Segment, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Choice 2: Lunch Bunch, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
- Choice 3: Extended Day (3-4 years), Add 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
- Choice 4: Extended Day Plus, Early drop-off and/or late pick-up available for 3 – 5-year olds
- Choice 5: Number of days per week
- 15-month to 2-year-olds attend 2, 3, or 5 days-a-week
- 3-year-olds attend 4 or 5 days-a-week.
- 4-5-year-olds attend 5 days-a-week.
- Choice 6: Full Day (3-5 years) - 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, 5 days-a-week, all year
Tuition Payment Schedule
- A $75 application fee and deposit of $1,000.00 are to be paid when submitting registration forms. These fees are NON-REFUNDABLE/NON-TRANSFERABLE.
- Installment plans are available.
- 50% of tuition is due on May 1.
- The remaining balance is due August 1.
Membership is required. Affiliate Youth - $200/year or Full family - $140/month.