Santa Fe Trail
Elementary Pre-K and YMCA Preschool
Ready for Kindergarten
Our Pre-K and YMCA Preschool programs provide a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten.
TIME: School Year Pre-K A.M. session 8-11 a.m.; P.M. session 12:15-3:10 p.m.; Before and After Care 7-8 a.m. and 3:15-6 p.m.; Full-Day YMCA Preschool: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Camp: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
FEES: Pre-K: $80/week, $105/week with before and after care; Full-day YMCA Preschool: $190/week
REGISTRATION: $75
School Year Programs
Half-day Pre-K options to support your SMSD Pre-K enrollment include morning or afternoon sessions, plus before and after school care. Full-day YMCA Preschool for those not enrolled in the SMSD Pre-K program is also available for ages 3-5.
Flexible options allow you to select the hours of care that you need for your schedule.
Before school care is available prior to the morning Pre-K session as early as 7 a.m. After school care is available following the afternoon Pre-K session from 3:15-6 p.m.
Full-day YMCA Preschool for those not enrolled in the SMSD Pre-K program is available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
To enroll: Download and submit the preschool registration form. Then download and complete the Emergency Information Packet and bring it to your site on the first day.
Summer Day Camp
At Y Pre-K Day Camp, your kids will make new friends and have tons of fun as they explore new adventures each day. Registration is open to anyone, regardless of whether you attend the Shawnee Mission School District.
Days will be filled with:
- New themes each week
- Off site field trips
- Walks to the park every Friday
- Splash days once a week for water play
- And so much more!
The daily focus is on physical movement, social interaction, leadership, personal growth, creativity and educational opportunities.
Ages: 3-5
Days: M-F
Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
To Enroll: Download and submit the camp registration form. Then, download and complete the Emergency Information Packet and bring it to camp on your first day.
About
Santa Fe Trail YMCA Preschool
Our YMCA preschool programs at Santa Fe Trail Elementary offers a variety of features to provide your child with a positive experience. Our educated staff lead students through a curriculum focused on kindergarten readiness skills and incorporates the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Nutritious snacks are provided daily. Fully licensed by Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
Preschoolers have access to the Before and After School program for school-age siblings who attend Highlands Elementary.
Program
Registration
You must be enrolled in Shawnee Mission School District Preschool Programs to be eligible for school-year Pre-K programs. Space is limited. To enroll in a preschool program, call the Youth Development Services office at 816.360.3390 to ensure program availability. Download and complete the registration form below and return it using one of the following ways:
You may mail completed forms to our office:
YMCA of Greater Kansas City
3100 Broadway Street, Suite 1020
Kansas City, MO 64111
Or you may fax completed forms to:
Fax: 816.931.1847
Because we are committed to protecting your privacy, email registrations and email payment information are not accepted.
In order to attend a Y preschool program, all participants must complete an Emergency Information Packet and bring it to the site on the first day.
No School Days
For those irregular days when school isn't in session, such as seasonal breaks, conference days and in-service days, the Y offers No School Days for preschool and Pre-K participants.