The All Day Kindergarten aims to meet the developmental needs of each child.
Scheduling, pacing and rhythm of each activity is consistent with recognized principles of childhood education.
The All Day Kindergarten provides creative opportunities and experience, which stimulate a child's physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The YMCA All Day Kindergarten occupies four spacious rooms on the 2nd floor of KinderHouse, located at 16 Wallace Street, Wallingford, CT. An enclosed playground, picnic tables and playscape provide a safe, outdoor area.
- The Wallingford YMCA was first to venture in operating a full day Kindergarten Program in the Wallingford Community and is 15 years young. Academic Program runs from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Extended Day hours meet the needs of working parents for both before and after school care, 6:45 AM – 9:00 AM and/or 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
- The All Day Kindergarten aims to meet the developmental needs of each child. Scheduling, pacing and rhythm of each activity is consistent with recognized principles of childhood education. The All Day Kindergarten provides creative opportunities and experience, which stimulate a child's physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.
- Students benefit from small class size, 1:1 instruction and the presence of two teachers daily. Handwriting, phonics, math, science, social studies and developmental concepts are part our daily lessons. Enrichment programs include Reach for the Stars Reading Program, PAF (Preventing Academic Failure) approach to handwriting, reading and phonics, Computer Tots computer classes, field trips, swim lessons, art, music and physical education.
- For information contact Nancy Germain & Maggie Maugeri at 203-284-5328 or Jane Rynaski, School Age Child Care Director at jrynaski@wallingfordymca.org.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Wallingford Family YMCA All Day Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Wallingford Family YMCA All Day Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Wallingford Family YMCA All Day Kindergarten located?
Wallingford Family YMCA All Day Kindergarten is located in the Wallingford Center neighborhood of Wallingford, CT. There are 5 other private schools located in Wallingford Center.
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