Preschool
Our team of committed teachers, social workers and specialists are enthusiastic about developing children to be lifelong learners. Our research-based curriculum emphasizes social, physical, emotional and cognitive developmental skills. We have variety of programs available to students and families, including HeadStart, Early HeadStart, VPK, School Readiness and Private Pay. We view each child as an individual learner and gear our teaching to the needs of each child.
Our schools are designed to support inclusion, diversity and belonging, which creates a community of learners where children feel physically safe and emotionally protected. Classrooms are supplied with a rich assortment of materials to provoke curiosity and incite questions about differences and similarities through respect and appreciation for all.
YWCA South Florida Closes the Achievement Gap Through Early Childhood Education.
Preschool is the foundation to a lifetime of learning. YWCA preschools offer the perfect balance between learning experiences and structured play in a welcoming and safe environment. Our program is focused on giving children a nurturing environment in which to explore, discover and grow. We partner with parents to develop thriving and happy children.
Summer Learning at YWCA
At YWCA South Florida, we believe every child deserves a strong start. Our Summer Learning Program at the Gerry Sweet Childcare Center is a free, dynamic educational experience designed to prepare children ages 4–5 for kindergarten. Running June 2 through August 1, Monday to Friday, the program focuses on building early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills in a fun, supportive environment. Through engaging activities like storytelling, arts and crafts, STEAM projects, music, dance, and field trips, children gain the confidence and readiness they need to shine in the classroom and beyond.
This program is completely free for families, and limited spots are available. If you have a little learner who could benefit from an academic boost before kindergarten, we encourage you to register early. For more information or to sign up, contact Gigi Fuentes at (305) 377-9922 or gfuentes@ywcasouthflorida.org.
We invite you to join the YWCA and allow us to partner with you in taking your child’s education journey.
QUALITY
Our centers successfully maintain a combination of Apple and NAEYC Early Learning Program Accreditations. All center directors hold director’s credentials.
SUPPORTIVE
Social workers provide family members and/or guardians with resources to live a quality life and achieve their goals, increase their self-sufficiency, and ongoing case management services.
RESILIENCE
Our directors focus on social and emotional needs of the children.
Explore YWCA South Florida's Early Education Programs: Virtual & In-Person Tours Available!
Virtual or in-person tours are available by appointment. For all questions, please send an email to infochildcare@ywcasouthflorida.org or direct all phone calls within the hours 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to all sites:
Gerry Sweet Center: 305-377-9922 | 351 NW 5th Street, Miami 33128
Carol Glassman Center: 305-375-3222 | 112 NW 3rd Street, Miami 33128
Col. Zubkoff Center: 305-770-3132 | 55 NW 199th St, Miami, FL 33169
Intergenerational Center: 305-625-5833 | 3450 NW 199 Street, Miami, 33056
The Early Education Program is funded by United Way Miami as part of their mission to improve quality of life for all by bringing together people and resources committed to building a better community.
YWCA South Florida is funded by Miami Dade County CAHSD Head Start/Early Head Start Program.
