Discovery Gardens Preschool

The James Family YMCA is a non-profit organization faithfully serving the Quad Cities of Arizona for over 50 years. As a non-profit, the Y depends on donations to support our annual campaign where we ensure that no one is denied access to our programs and services. We’re here to give a hand up not a handout. With your help, the Y is more resilient than ever before. Thank you.

HistoryIn 1958 work was begun on a new and more spacious auditorium, the one now used for worship services. It was completed and dedicated on July 8-10, 1960, the membership then reaching 428. Subsequently an educational wing was added, and later a structure facing the courthouse on Cortez Street was purchased and remodeled to become the H.Allan Smyth Educational Building. The building was named for a popular and dynamic pastor who served from 1975 to 1982, his ministry tragically ended by cancer. Christian education has been a concern of the congregation, so in 1981 the church began the Christian Academy of Prescott, which makes use of church facilities during weekdays. The Academy serves children from preschool through eighth grades.SpecialtiesChristian Academy of Prescott is a non-denominational Christian school for Preschool - 8th grade, committed to excellence in education since 1981. We offer outstanding academics, dedicated teachers and small class sizes, ensuring every child receives the individual attention they deserve. We are centrally located in downtown Prescott, Arizona.