Sandi T.
8/10/2025
My grandsons both went to YCCA and really thrived during their years there. YCCA shows an unwavering commitment to early childhood education and I would highly recommend them.
Young Children's Center For the Arts
Closed
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929 S Water St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Young Children's Center for the Arts (YCCA) in Philadelphia is a nonprofit, licensed childcare facility that has been enriching the lives of preschool children through creative arts education since 1987. With a focus on developing children's motor, language, emotional, and cognitive skills through music, art, and movement, YCCA offers inclusive programs that embrace children with developmental disabilities.
Located at the historic Old Swedes Church, YCCA provides structured creative arts curriculum in a daycare setting, offering both full-time and part-time preschool programs. Committed to fostering expressive abilities and reinforcing learning through various art forms, YCCA is dedicated to serving the diverse population of Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs.
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Reviews
5.06 reviews
Lauren S.
3/11/2011
I believe this is one of the most enriched preschool programs in the city. We have considered other schools because of the distance from our house (18 blocks) but gladly still commute every day...
Jennifer B.
4/3/2013
The Best! Both of my daughters have attended YCCA from 18 months through Pre-K. As another reviewer mentioned, the school day is scheduled in 30 minute increments and includes music, art, dramatic...
Beatrice A.
6/19/2011
Can't quite come to grips with the last three days of pre-school, I'm a mess-so hard to say goodbye to such a special time in our lives. I remember the tears (hers and mine) the very first time I...
Abby S.
1/27/2012
We love the YCCA! Both of our girls (ages 5 and 3) are thriving there and have from day 1. The teachers are well-trained, empathetic, and smart; the education is first rate (and I do mean...
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