The Learning Circle YMCA
Childcare & Early Education

The Learning Circle YMCA
The Learning Circle YMCA (TLC) offers, early education and care for children as young as six weeks old through all day kindergarten. All programs accommodate full-time, full or part-week schedules. Enrollment takes place on an ongoing basis.

Enrolling at The Learning Circle YMCA
Registration is ongoing.  The first step is to explore our educational programs firsthand by scheduling a visit to our center.  Personalized tours may be arranged for those parents wishing to speak in depth with one of our Program Directors. Financial Assistance is available through a confidential application process.

Executive Director, Joyce Klimaski, Email Joyce

Licensed by the Stare of New Jersey Department of Children and Families.

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Infant (6 weeks to 12 months)

This program provides early sensory stimulation to promote learning and development. Infant Care features self-initiated activity in a stable, stimulating environment that is rich in child-oriented materials and experiences, balancing large and small motor activities with social, language, sensory, and self-help skill development on a daily basis.

Monthly Fees:

5 Days: $1,725
4 Days: $1,575
3 Days: $1,285
Unscheduled day: $144 per day

Program Director, Betty Budd, 908-273-7040, x 202 Email Betty

Waddlers (9 months to 18 months)

Waddlers thrive in an environment that encourages growth and learning through independent explorations and interactions with caregivers. This program provides a consistent pattern of meeting individual needs through caring people, and a balance between familiar, predictable routines and new experiences.

Monthly Fees:
5 Days: $1,725
4 Days: $1,575
3 Days: $1,285
Unscheduled Day: $144 per day

Program Director, Betty Budd, 908-273-7040, x 202 Email Betty

Toddlers (18 months to 3 years)

This program is rich in language and sensory experiences that foster self-paced development. Toddlers are encouraged and supported to undertake activities as they become developmentally ready. Play is self-directed as well as teacher-directed to allow children to make their own choices and develop accordingly.

Monthly Fees:

5 Days: $1,675
4 Days: $1,420
3 Days: $1,150
Unscheduled Day: $134 per day

Program Director, Nicole Nieves, 908-273-7040, x 250 Email Nicole

Pre-School (3 to 4 years)

TLC's Pre-School classrooms include distinct interest areas and ample opportunities to use manipulatives, table toys, books, computers, dramatic play, music/movement, cooking, art, and science and nature. Teachers create awareness and foster interest by introducing new and stimulating objects, people and experiences

Monthly Fees:

5 Days: $1,490
4 Days: $1,315
3 Days: $1,075
Unscheduled Day: $124 per day

Program Director, Preschool (ages 3 to 4) Ruby Hollingsworth, 908-273-7040, Email Ruby

Pre K (4 and 5 years)

TLC’s Pre-K classrooms include distinct interest areas and ample opportunities to use manipulatives, table toys, books, computers, dramatic play, music/movement, cooking, art, and science and nature. Teachers create awareness and foster interest by introducing new and stimulating objects, people and experiences

Monthly Fees:

5 Days: $1,490
4 Days: $1,315
3 Days: $1,075
Unscheduled Day: $124 per day

Program Director, Pre-K (ages 4 plus) Ruby Hollingsworth, 908-273-7040 x 257 Email Ruby

All Day Kindergarten (Age 5 by December 31)

Your kindergartener will enjoy the benefits of state-of-the-art classrooms, including computers, and an outstanding curriculum which features first-grade preparedness, discovery-oriented science and math programs, a strong language and literature program (including sign language), and a focus on socialization and self esteem. The program also offers an outdoor playground, a gross motor/activity room, and daily lunch and snack.


Registration begins February 5 for the 2013/2014 school year.

Kindergarten hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Program with After Care: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Monthly Fees
: contact the program director

Program Director, Ruby Hollingsworth, 908-273-7040 x 257 Email Ruby

Extended Care

6:00 pm to 6:30 pm (includes dinner) Contracted for a minimum of 3 days per week

Monthly Fees:
5 Days: $160
4 Days: $155
3 Days: $135

6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (includes dinner) Contracted for a minimum of 3 days per week

Monthly Fees:
5 Days: $245
4 Days: $235
3 Days: $195

Non-Contracted fees - requires 24 hours notice and is payable by check on day of service.

6:00 pm to 6:30 pm (includes dinner) $20 per day
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (includes dinner) $40 per day

For any child not picked up by 7:00 pm, there will be an additional late charge of $5.00 per minute.

Preschool Enrichment Classes

Meet the Masters, (ages 4 to 6)

Our little artists will meet the masters as they learn about Pablo Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet and Henri Matisse.  They will enjoy painting, collages, and creating their own masterpieces. Teacher: Mr. Marcus.  

Tuesdays, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Fee: $88 Y members; $110 non-members   


What's Cooking, (ages 4 to 6)

Children actively learn about food and its nutritional value.  The children will delight in the process of cooking as they develop fine motor skills and their senses of touch, taste and smell. Teacher: Mr. Victor.

Thursdays, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Fee: $88 Y members; $110 non-members   



Contact Us

95 Morris Avenue
Summit NJ 07901

ph: 908-273-7040
fax: 908-273-5670

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Extended hours
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm


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