Early Learning Readiness

Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregiver Program

The YMCA of Austin is currently offering a FREE program for adult caregivers and the children for whom they care. 

The Early Learning Readiness (ELR) program will provide a stimulating environment to help children (2 - 5 years) develop the physical, verbal, and social skills which they'll need to be school-ready. Caregivers will learn how children develop and how to encourage skill building at home. The program is designed after the successful Tutu and Me program from Hawaii.

Curriculum addresses the holistic development of young children by supporting brain development, early literacy, healthy habits development, and strong parents skills. The ELR program will help lay the foundation for future and ongoing achievement and success. 

Who Can Participate?

Children ages 2 to 5 years old & their adult caregivers. 
Caregivers can be anybody -- parent, aunt or uncle, older brother or sister, grandparent, neighbor, or even nanny

Program Location

Lucy Read Pre-K Demonstration School (map)

Program Dates

English class -- Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 - 11 am
Spanish class -- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 - 11 am

Program Flyer

How to Register

Call (512) 236-9622 to enroll over the phone. Enrollment is available even after program has begun.

*Volunteers needed as well

Contact Information

Missy Quintela, Program Director, missy.quintela@austinymca.org or 236-9622 ex. 357

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