Accepting Applications for The BAFY Early Learning Center
For many parents and caregivers, children grow up too fast. One moment they’re a newborn and the next they’re learning how to tie their shoes. Watching your child grow up is a beautiful thing.
It can also be a scary thing. There is a world of knowledge that needs to be taught to your child. Being responsible for someone else’s learning is a tough thing. That is where we come in!
Open House Ribbon Cutting!
Thanks to the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce for the pictures.
We take applications for our waitlist for all age groups and classrooms year round. If you would like to add your child(ren)’s name to this list, please download, fill out the application completely, and return it to our Early Learning Center Director, Holly Layne, at [email protected]. You can also turn in the form at the main building of the Bedford YMCA.
*Please note this is an application for placement and does not constitute acceptance into the program. If your child(ren) are accepted you will be contacted at that time.
Please send all completed forms to Holly at [email protected]. No forms will be accepted incomplete, please fill out all information and attach any supporting documents.
Early Learning Center direct phone line: 540.425.0687
Prices for the 2023 Summer and School Year Sessions:
Program runs July 1 to June 30
All ages have a $100 registration fee for each program registration.
The fee is due when registration forms are turned in before your child can start the program.
infants 6 weeks to 15 months – $320 per week/per child (with EFT auto-pay)
16 months to 24 months – $280 per week/per child (with EFT auto-pay)
2 years old and up – $195 per week/per child (with EFT auto-pay)
Non-Auto pay will add $5 per week/per child
Credit/Debit cards have fees, fee amount depends on the total being paid
DSS-approved cases:
If your child is approved for a DSS subsidy you are required to call in attendance.
You are responsible for any ballance that DSS dosen’t pay. This is due upon invoice.
If you have a co-pay it is due on the first of each month.
If you choose not to schedule auto-pays for your co-pay there will be a $20 monthly fee added to the account.
Preschool ages 3 or 4. We have full pay, Subsidy, and Mixed Delivery options. For full details on the program please contact Holly at [email protected]
Age based on birthday by September 30, 2021
Some slots will be held for Mixed Delivery. The mixed Delivery Preschool model is a blend of public and private funds that increases access to early learning opportunities for more families across Virginia. Bright Beginnings Central Virginia is partnering with the Bedford Area Family YMCA to offer FREE preschool to eligible families that will help prepare children for success in kindergarten and beyond.
** Limited spaces available**
For more information or to apply for Mixed Delivery contact:
Mixed Delivery Coordinator
Kimberly Maddox
Bright Beginnings Central VA
1010 Miller Park Square
Lynchburg, Virginia 24501
434-455-6921