GIANT STEP, LITTLE STEPS & MID DAY FUN CLUB
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Registration for the 2010-2011 school year begins:
Returning Students & Siblings - 02/08/10
Full Members - 03/01/10
Program Members - 03/15/10

The GIANT STEP Program is for children ages 2 to Pre-K. The Program includes weekly swim lessons, large motor skills, dramatic play, music class, Spanish class, arts & crafts, giggles, games, & lots of fun! The school year begins in September and ends in May.

Giant Step is held at:
Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mt. Lebanon Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

2 year old program is held on:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
(Children must be 2 years of age by 09/01/10)
NOTE: 2 year old program does not swim.

3 year old program is held on:
Monday to Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
(Children must be 3 years of age by 09/01/10)

4 year old program is held on:
Monday to Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
(Children must be 3 years of age by 09/01/10)

2010-2011 School Year
Giant Step Monthly Fees: Full Members / Program Members
2 day program $185 / $219
3 day program $209 / $248
5 day program $263 / $300

LUNCH BUNCH
The Lunch Bunch program is offered to our Giant Step children who want to stay & have lunch with their friends. Children will socialize & enjoy being with their friends while eating their lunch. Children will need to bring lunch from home. Six-day Lunch Bunch coupon books can be purchased at the front desk.
Days/Time: Mon-Fri 12:00-1:00 pm
Fees: $25 per coupon book (6 Lunch Bunch sessions)

MORNING CARE for Giant Step Preschoolers
Registration begins in March for the 2010-2011 school year.
Children will do quiet activities or play before the start of their preschool day. Children must be registered in the 3 or 4yr old Giant Step program to attend. Program follows the Giant Step calendar, September through May. Advanced registration is required.
Days/Time: Mon-Fri 7:00-9:00am
Monthly Fee: $99/month

MID-DAY FUN CLUB
Registration begins in March for the 2010-2011 school year.
The Mid-Day Fun Club is the perfect program for children ages 3 and 4 years who are getting ready for a full day of kindergarten or who just need an extended day of activities! The day consists of outdoor play, arts and crafts, large and fine motor activities, science, and reading in a mixed age group setting. Children will have a scheduled nap/rest time each day. You can choose two, three or five days a week. This program runs September through May.
Days/Time: Mon-Fri 12:00-4:00 pm
Monthly Fees: Full Members / Program Members
Mon-Fri $263 / $300
Mon, Wed & Fri $173 / $220
Tue & Thu $132 / $160

LITTLE STEPS [08406]
Age 1 year (must be 1 by 09/01/10)
Registration begins in March for the 2010-2011 school year.
This program is designed for young children who are beginning to explore the world around them. Classes will provide one-on-one and group theme-based activities. Children will be introduced to a variety of sensory experiences and gross motor activities. This is a great introduction to our Giant Step Preschool. The Little Steps Program will follow the same calendar as our Giant Step Preschool with monthly tuition payments. The calendar will be available by the end of August 2010. Registration forms, updated immunizations and updated physical are required at the time of registration. Parents can register their children for Tuesday and/or Thursday mornings from 8:45-10:45 am. The school year begins in September and ends in May.
Monthly Fees: Full Members / Program Members
Tue or Thu $62 / $73
Tue & Thu $123 / $146

Hands ON SCIENCE FOR PRESCHOOLERS [04452]
Ages 4-5 years
A combination of hands-on science experiments and children’s literature is sure to please your curious young learner! A variety of thematic units of study will be covered including Kitchen Science*, Nature Activities, Crafts, and Experiments. All projects will actively involve & engage your preschooler.
*Due to the Kitchen Science portion of this class, we do not recommend for children with food allergies.
Day/Time: Thu 1:00-2:30 pm
Spring I: Full Members $63 / Program Members $82
(No class on 04/01/10 & 04/08/10)
Spring II: Full Members $73 / Program Members $95
(No class on 06/10/10)

PRE-SCHOOL PICASSOS [04442]
Ages 3-4 years (must be 3 by February 1, 2010)
Children will be encouraged to use their own creativity and imagination to create different projects!
Day/Time: Mon 1:00-2:00 pm
Spring I: Full Members $73 / Program Members $95
Spring II: Full Members $73 / Program Members $95