2025-26 Licensed Preschool - Registration
2025-26 Hours & Location
When:
Full Day Programming-7am - 6pm
Program Dates-August 11th, 2025 - May 29, 2026
Where:
Central City Family YMCA
102 E Palm Ave. Tampa, FL, 33602
YMCA Camp Sierra
4015 Ragg Rd. Tampa, FL, 33624
Fill out the form at the bottom page to book a tour at either center!
2025-26 Preschool Pricing
Annual Enrollment Fee*:
- Member - $35 Annual Enrollment Fee | Non-member - $75
Full-Day Pricing by Age:
- 2 year olds: Member - $220/wk | Non-Member- $250/wk
- 3 year olds: Member - $205/wk | Non-Member- $230/wk
- 4-5 year olds: Member - $190/wk | Non-Member- $220/wk
Extended Care Prices Included!
At the Y, we bring over a history of over a decade of expertise in providing exceptional childcare services to families throughout 14 licensed childcare locations. Our commitment to quality, nurturing care has made us a trusted choice for parents throughout the Tampa area. And now, we're thrilled to announce we are officially offering licensed Preschool* at both the Camp Sierra YMCA and Central City YMCA locations.
Both Y locations will offer comprehensive programming dedicated to promoting the social, emotional, and physical well-being of every child. These new preschools will be led by certified and experienced childcare staff to ensure the highest quality of care and education with an evidence-based curriculum.
When it comes to helping your child Learn, Grow & Thrive, the YMCA’s preschool programs focus on developmental opportunities, including:
- Pre-Writing & Reading Skills
- Math Skills such as Counting, Shape Sorting & Matching Patterns
- Conflict Resolution, Recognizing Feelings & Building Relationships
- Fine & Gross Motor Skills
- Social-Emotional Skills Needed for Self-regulation and Growing Independence
- AND having FUN!
For more information about the program and the draft schedule, see below:
2025 - 2026 Preschool Parent Handbook 2025 - 2026 Preschool Draft Schedule
Please note, for those families who do not qualify for School Readiness Voucher, CLICK HERE for information on the Tampa YMCA’s Open Doors financial assistance program.
*Bob Gilbertson Central City Family YMCA: Preschool: Lic# C13HI0768
Bob Sierra Youth and Family Center: Preschool: Lic# C13HI0772
Thank you for providing such a warm and nurturing preschool environment for Kendall. She has thrived since starting and I truly can't imagine a better experience for her.
— Taylor, Mother of Kendall
Thanks to the school she is talking clear, singing songs, learning her colors, listening, cleaning up after herself and making friends. I am beyond grateful for enrolling my daughter in this Preschool...
— Ashley Thompson, Preschool Parent
The boys are really loving Camp Sierra and I'm so happy we made the move. They tell me every day that they love their new school. You guys have been so communicative and helpful.