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Combining play with academic lessons, YMCA Preschool promotes creativity, a love for learning, social and emotional development and character building.

For over 29 years, the Ocean County YMCA’s Mulberry Bush Preschool has been a great place for kids to grow! We use a developmentally appropriate approach, with attention to children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. In YMCA Preschool, children live and learn the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Nurturing Child Care staff promotes an atmosphere of fun and friendship while helping children learn to explore the world.

Mulberry Bush Preschool is a State Licensed program for children ages 3-5. Each class has a certified head teacher and experienced teacher assistant

Our Staff/Child Ratio is:

• 3 yrs. 1:8 (state requires 1:10)
• 4-5 yrs. 1:10 (state requires 1:12)

We provide a program where your child will develop physically, socially, emotionally and educationally in a safe, warm, friendly environment. With gentle guidance your child will enjoy learning while developing language and problem solving skills. Your child will develop self confidence in a school setting, along with respect for his/her classmates and teachers.

PRESCHOOL LOCATIONS:

Monday and Wednesday:
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
2200 Church Rd
Toms River, NJ 08755

Friday to accomodate swimming lessons and physical education:
Ocean County YMCA
1088 W. Whitty Rd
Toms River, NJ 08755
PRESCHOOL HOURS
M-W-F 9:15AM-12:00PM

PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM

Reading and Number Readiness, Science, Music, Finger Plays, Block Building, Fine and Gross Motor Skill Development, Socialization, Books, Stories, Rhythmic Activities, Creative Arts, Dramatic Play, Health and Safety, Visits from Community Helpers, Cooking, Sand and Water Play, Computer Activities, Swimming Lessons and Physical Education.