Host Your Next Party at the Y!For our birthday parties, a party host will be provided to help parents set up and clean up from the party. Parties are two hours—you provide the decorations and food. We provide the fun!
Location: 631 Orange Ave, Milford
Saturdays-1:00 PM —3:00 PM
Sundays– 1:00 PM—3:00 PM
FEE: Members: $250/Program Participants: $350
Max # is 20 people.
Need time away from the kids to work out, do some shopping or have a date night? Bring them to the Y and leave the entertaining to us! Pizza dinner, games, and crafts are included.
Additional Info: All participants are required to register prior to attending program.
WHEN: Friday, March 21
TIME: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
AGES: 3-12
FEE: Members $10/Program Participants $20
WELCOME TO SUMMER DAY CAMP!The YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. At YMCA day camp kids and teens can develop skills, self-confidence, new friendships and a sense of belonging – all while having tons of fun.
In order to have fun and thrive, kids of all ages need to feel both physically and emotionally safe. When you drop your child off at a camp, you can rest assured that their total well-being will be supported. Safety is always our number one priority! We keep kids healthy and safe while providing enriching experiences. As a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of youth, the Y has been a leader in providing summer camp for over 130 years. Our experienced and caring staff and volunteers model the positive core Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility that help build character.
Learn More: 2025 Woodruff Family Y Day Camp Brochure; 2025 Woodruff Family Y Day Camp Parent Handbook
Registration Forms: 2025 Woodruff Family Y Day Camp Registration Packet -Fillable
If your child will require special assistance or medicine while at camp, these forms may also be required: Individual Care Plan_Medicine Authorization
Financial assistance is available for families who need it to ensure that all kids in our community can have enriching summer experiences. These forms are required to apply: Financial Assistance Forms
If your child is 14-15 years of age, they may be interested in our Counselor in Training program. In our CIT program, they will receive valuable job interviewing skills, child care training, leadership experience, team building, and problem-solving skills. To apply please fill out the application and contact the Y for an interview. CIT Application Form
We know how important it is for a child to have an enriching place for learning and growth, both in and out of school. And we’re happy to be able to provide that place, allowing your child’s social, emotional, physical and academic journey to continue before and after school. Are also proud to be able to provide you and your family with the services required to remain healthy.
We help kids reach their potential and thrive in a safe, trustworthy setting. We offer a curriculum that aligns with the school day and supports growth in literacy, science, math, science, engineering, arts and technology (STEAM) while infusing the arts, physical activity, and fun. We teach kids confidence, encourage self-expression and enrich social development. Providing our youth with the support, encouragement and positive role models that they need, will not only increase their ability to succeed in school but in life. For families, we offer peace of mind knowing that your child is in a safe and educational program building new relationships and achieving more.
As a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen, supporting their social-emotional, cognitive and physical development. Our experienced and caring staff and volunteers model the positive core Y values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility that help build character. Our core values are woven throughout our child care program to create a warm, nurturing, home away from home. Your child’s growth, development, and education are important to us, as we do our best to ensure their future is bright.
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Everyone belongs at the Y. To ensure that all youth have the chance to participate, the Y offers financial assistance to those in need. Please talk with us to learn more. If you’d like to help send a child to child care, you can donate easily on our web site or at our Y. We also participate in the State of CT Care4Kids program.
Financial assistance is available to ensure every child and teen has the opportunity to learn and grow at the Y.
Call Susie Marklinsky at 203.878.6501 or smarklinsky@cccymca.org for more information.
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION
Learn more in our Woodruff Family Y 2024 2025 SACC Brochure and Woodruff Family Y 2024 2025 SACC Parent Handbook and 2024_2025 CCCY SACC Registration Packet
2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION
Learn more: WDF 2025 2026 SACC Brochure and WDF 2025 2026 SACC Parent Handbook with 2025_2026 CCC YMCA School Aged Child Care Registration Packet-Fillable
FINANCIAL AID may be available, to apply please fill out the CCCY Financial Assistance Application_C4K Forms.
Building New SkillsAt the Y, we offer a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. The Y supports their social-emotional, cognitive and physical development. When you know your child is well cared for, you and your family have the opportunity to focus at work, plan healthy meals, enjoy family activities and establish a routine.
Our program is State Licensed. Our Early Learning Center has been successfully operating for 30 plus years.
Safety is our first priority. All Central Connecticut Coast YMCA child care programs are following all the guidelines set by the CDC, CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC), Y-USA, and other sources to ensure our policies and procedures are aligned to keep our children, staff and volunteers healthy and safe.
We will prepare your 3 or 4-year old for kindergarten in a caring environment. Class size is limited to 10 children per class. With an increased focus on literacy and learning through exploration, your child will develop the social, emotional, physical and academic skills necessary for the beginning of his/her academic career. Our program includes:
Registration is on-going and spaces are limited. Please contact our Child Care Department at ext. 3115 for hours and availability.
3-year-old Program
WHEN: Tuesday and Thursday
TIME: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
4-year-old Program
WHEN: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
TIME: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
3 & 4-year-old Program
WHEN: Monday – Friday
TIME: 7:15 am – 5:30 p
Woodruff Family YMCA 2024 2025 ELC Brochure and 2024_2025 WDF Early Learning Parent Handbook and Frequently Ask Questions & Answers
2024-25-CCC-YMCA-Early-Learning-Child-Care-Registration-Packet-Fillable
As with all programs, we offer financial assistance to those who qualify. CCCY-Financial-Assistance-Application-Materials. Care 4 Kids helps low to moderate-income families in Connecticut pay for child care costs. This program is sponsored by the State of Connecticut’s Department of Social Services (also called DSS). To learn more about Care 4 Kids, take a look at this website. You can look at the site to find out how the program works, who is eligible, and more. http://ctcare4kids.com/
The focus of the program is to give youth an opportunity to grow socially, reinforce healthy living skills with sports, swimming, fitness, recreation opportunities, job skills training and shadowing. The program runs between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Participants will also have time for homework. Activities are subject to change based on the abilities and interests of the students in the program. Transportation is provided to the YMCA from Foran, Jonathan Law, and the Academy in Milford.
Most of our after school programs are inclusive based. To best prepare your child for the program, please contact our Child Care at P 203 878 6501 ext. 3115 to arrange a meeting.
AGES: 6 weeks – 11 years
A safe and fun YMCA staff supervised area where parents with an Adult, Single Parent or Family Membership can leave their children to play and enjoy activities while they participate in programs on-site.
WHEN & TIME: Are shared on our Schedules page
FEE: Free with Family Membership
