MINI MACK DISCOVERY PRESCHOOL

Learning Through Discovery

At Mini Mack Discovery Preschool, we believe children learn best through exploration, curiosity, and hands-on experiences.

Our Reggio Emilia-inspired approach combines classroom learning centers, outdoor exploration, and sensory-rich activities with an emergent curriculum guided by children’s interests, questions, and experiences.

As children discover new interests, our educators build on their curiosity, creating meaningful opportunities to explore, problem-solve, collaborate, and grow.

Our Approach

Nature-Based Learning: Outdoor exploration and hands-on experiences help children connect with nature, stay active, and discover the world around them.

Child-Led Discovery: Our Reggio Emilia-inspired approach encourages creativity, independence, and problem-solving through learning experiences shaped by children’s interests.

Sensory Exploration: Art, movement, building, and sensory activities help children develop new skills through play and discovery.

Growing Together: Collaborative activities help children build friendships, communication skills, and confidence.

A Day at Mini Mack Discovery Preschool

Mini Mack Discovery Preschool combines early childhood education with unique YMCA enrichment opportunities. Our full-day preschool balances classroom discovery, outdoor learning, enrichment, and rest, with flexibility to follow children’s interests.

Children enjoy weekly activities that support their physical, social, and emotional development:

  • Classroom Activities: group meetings, meal times, art, science, music, free play
  • Outdoor Exploration: playgrounds, creek, nature walks, garden
  • Swim Lessons: Build water safety skills and confidence.
  • Gymnastics: Develop balance, strength, and coordination.
  • Dance: Explore imagination and creative movement.
  • Kids Club: Enjoy creative activities and imaginative play.
  • And much more!

A Beautiful Campus for Learning and Exploration

Located on a beautiful 32-acre campus, the Westport Weston Family YMCA Preschool offers children a welcoming environment to learn, grow, explore, and play. Our expansive campus provides opportunities for outdoor adventures, active play, and hands-on experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom.

Children have the opportunity to enjoy the many amenities and natural surroundings of our campus, creating a preschool experience that encourages curiosity, movement, friendship, and discovery.

Enrollment Dates

January 4 – June 4, 2027

Preschool Year & Enrollment Commitment

Mini Mack Discovery Preschool operates annually from the end of August through the first week of June. Enrollment is a full-year commitment, and families are asked to review the following registration and payment policies before applying.

Registration & Contracts

  • Registration and enrollment contracts are for the full preschool year.
  • Submitting an application does not guarantee a placement. Enrollment is subject to availability and confirmation by the preschool.

Registration Fee

  • A $200 non-refundable, non-transferable registration fee is required to secure and hold your child’s spot in the program.

Tuition & Payments

  • Tuition payments are made monthly.
  • Monthly payments are automatically deducted on the Friday before the beginning of each month.

Refundable Deposit

  • A $500 deposit is required at enrollment.
  • The deposit will be returned to the family at the end of the child’s enrollment.
  • Upon parent request, the deposit may instead be applied toward the child’s final month of tuition

Discover What’s Possible at Mini Mack!

Looking for a preschool in Westport, CT? Mini Mack Discovery Preschool offers families in Westport, Weston, and nearby communities a welcoming place for children to learn, explore, and grow.

Preschool Application

HAVE QUESTIONS?

For more detailed information, please contact Kathy Giglio, Mini Mack & Childcare Director at kgiglio@westporty.org or 203-571-6040.