Frequently Asked Questions

4 weeks to 13yrs

Our teaching philosophy is to continuously develop new and innovative programming and offer every child the most current and relevant curriculum to date. We recognize the importance of being accountable to the children we serve, which is reflected in our dedication, innovation and ability to prepare young children for higher learning.

Through exploration and discovery each child receives ample opportunity to develop his or her natural curiosity and creativity. At YMLA, we believe in respecting the dignity and worth of every individual and value every child as unique.

Our entrance is locked and have video surveillance in each classroom.

Children are only released to those individuals listed on records in the enrollment package and confirmed by an identification check.

PERIMETERS/ PLAYGROUND SAFETY: All perimeter and playground gates are locked and monitored by employees to ensure that children enjoy outdoor play safely. We also follow CDC and Milwaukee Health Department closing and restrictions.

We will be closed the following days during the year:

New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Day (3rd Monday in January)
Good Friday
One week in July for center maintenance
Independence Day
Labor Day
Memorial Day
Thanksgiving Day (and the following Friday)
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Families will be alerted to early center closures by notices posted on the front door, WISN (Channel 12) and Fox 6 News.

If MPS is closed due to weather, we are also closed.

In the event of severe weather and/or natural/man-made disasters, decisions to close the center will be made by following state and local restrictions in your area. Standard tuition fees apply.

The world of knowledge

The activities of our center are aimed at helping parents in the development of their child’s intellectual, social, emotional, physical growth. Teachers work diligently with parents to help[ shape their child’s personality.