THE BANGOR YMCA

WHAT PARENTS ARE
SAYING…
“Our family chose the YMCA Discovery Friends Early Childhood
Education Program because of the balance of learning with
activity time. This winning combination provides
the great curriculum structure that has allowed our son to grow and
develop skills he will need to be successful in school and life. The
teachers are very caring, compassionate and supportive
individuals that truly make this program shine!”
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THE BANGOR YMCA
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FRIENDS
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM
— The Rossignol Family
“My daughter’s teachers have helped
shape the bright, playful,
spirited, and kind little kid she
“The Y takes both parents and
is today. They give her the freedom
to express the person she is while
teaching her to be respectful
and kind to herself and those
around her.” — Melissa, parent
kids into consideration
in constructing their activities and
environment.”
— Jennie, parent
REGISTER TODAY!
On-site registration is required and payments must be directly drafted from a credit/debit card, checking or savings account each week.
For more information on our Youth Development Programs, call us at 941-2808.
Scholarships are available! Call us at 941-2808 for more information
or come to the Bangor YMCA, 17 2nd Street, Bangor, ME 04401.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
The Y is devoted to children and youth of all ages
and it is our mission to provide them with every
opportunity to be happy and confident. Our
Discovery Friends Early Childhood Education
program incorporates our core values, Creative
Curriculum and Conscious Discipline to ensure your
child’s growth socially, intellectually and physically.
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DISCOVERY FRIENDS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
The philosophy of our Discovery Friends Early Childhood Education program is Children learn
by doing! Children spend part of the day in group activities and part of the day involved in
self-directed learning centers. Learning centers may include art, science, math, dramatic play,
reading and writing. Language learning is a key element in the classroom and takes place
through the use of songs, stories, finger plays, and poems. A typical day for your child may
include circle time, group activities, learning centers, music, quiet/rest time, swim and outside
play. Your child will also receive 2 nutritious snacks each day!
THE Y HISTORY
Our Discovery Friends Early Childhood Education program
has been meeting the needs of families for more than 37
years. We have provided Childcare and Before and After
School programs for more than 10,000 children since
1978. That is a lot of experience, a lot of fun, and a lot
of happy children who have grown up with us!
Full Time
Part Time
Ladybugs (ages 2.5-3.5 yrs)
$158/week
$37/day
Caterpillars (ages 3-4 yrs)
$158/week
$37/day
Butterflies (ages 4-5 yrs)
$142/week
$35/day
QUALITY PROGRAMMING
Circle time
Rest time
Learning centers
Early literacy
Outdoor recreation
Math
Swim lessons
Nutritious snacks
Art and Music
Socialization
MOST CONVENIENT HOURS
We understand and empathize with how busy your life can be!
That is why we offer convenient hours that accommodate most
parent/guardian schedules. We operate from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday through Friday. We are open during snow, in-service, and
school vacation days! We are here for you and your child!
OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS/
GUARDIANS
SWIMMING LESSONS
We believe the most important people in a child’s life are his/
her parents or guardians. That is why we want to work with you
and what is best for your child. We have an Open Door/Open
Communication policy to ensure that each child is being given
exactly what he/she needs to excel and feel confident, secure,
and loved. We are a team that wants only the best for your child.
It is the mission of the Bangor YMCA to ensure that all children
in our community learn to swim, due to the fact that drowning
is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death
among children ages 1 to 4. We have provided swimming
lessons to more than 110,000 children, and we want to make
sure your child receives our professional and experienced
instruction. That is why we are NOW providing SWIMMING
LESSONS to all our children in our Early Childhood Education
program. This is something you can’t get at any other childcare
in the region.
OUR CHILDHOOD EDUCATION TEAM
Our Discovery Friends Early Childhood Education team of
professionals are experienced, well-trained, and loving individuals
chosen for their warmth, creativity, knowledge of children, and
commitment to excellence. Our staff are nurturing individuals
who understand child development, and respect each child as
an individual. Every member of our team is CPR Certified, Safety
and First-Aid Trained, and exceeds the State of Maine licensing
requirements for additional training hours. We are proud of our
entire team of professionals.
The value of this is $280, but you are getting it free for your
child by being a part of our Discovery Friends Early Childhood
Education program.
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WHAT PARENTS ARE
SAYING…
“Our family chose the YMCA Discovery Friends Early Childhood
Education Program because of the balance of learning with
activity time. This winning combination provides
the great curriculum structure that has allowed our son to grow and
develop skills he will need to be successful in school and life. The
teachers are very caring, compassionate and supportive
individuals that truly make this program shine!”
EV GIV
ER E Y
Y O OU
PP R C
O
RT HIL
THE BANGOR YMCA
UN D
ITY
DISCOVERY
FRIENDS
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM
— The Rossignol Family
“My daughter’s teachers have helped
shape the bright, playful,
spirited, and kind little kid she
“The Y takes both parents and
is today. They give her the freedom
to express the person she is while
teaching her to be respectful
and kind to herself and those
around her.” — Melissa, parent
kids into consideration
in constructing their activities and
environment.”
— Jennie, parent
REGISTER TODAY!
On-site registration is required and payments must be directly drafted from a credit/debit card, checking or savings account each week.
For more information on our Youth Development Programs, call us at 941-2808.
Scholarships are available! Call us at 941-2808 for more information
or come to the Bangor YMCA, 17 2nd Street, Bangor, ME 04401.
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REGISTER EARLY • BangorYMCA.org • 207-941-2808 • SPACE IS LIMITED