Early Education & Head Start

Learn. Grow. Thrive.

Our licensed early education programs provide infants through preschoolers a nurturing environment where kids are safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for success in kindergarten and beyond. Programs and locations include YMCA early learning centers, early education programs held in elementary schools and Head Start programs for families who meet income and eligibility guidelines.

Head Start

YMCA Head Start Programs: Quality early education, nutrition and health services for eligible children as young as six weeks. Head Start services are available for families that meet income eligibility guidelines or have a child with a diagnosed disability.

YMCA Head Start Programs

Early Learning Programs

Preschool: Half-day Pre-K programs for ages 4-5 to support your SMSD Pre-K enrollment and Full-Day YMCA preschool programs for children ages 3-5 offered at select sites in the Shawnee Mission School District.

Before and After Care: Before and after school Pre-K programs for ages 3-5 are offered at select sites in Lee's Summit and Piper.

Preschool Programs

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