YWCA South Florida Youth Programs

YWCA South Florida Youth Programs offers Head Start, Early Head Start, VPK, School Readiness (Early Learning Coalition), private pay, and a Summer Learning Program at the Gerry Sweet Childcare Center for ages 4–5. The Summer Learning Program runs June 1 through July 17, Monday to Friday, and is free, with limited spots available.

Programs

• Head Start
• Early Head Start
• VPK
• School Readiness (Early Learning Coalition)
• private pay
• Summer Learning Program at the Gerry Sweet Childcare Center — ages 4–5 · June 1 through July 17, Monday to Friday · Free; designed to prepare children for kindergarten; limited spots available.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

YWCA South Florida says its local programs and services have furthered its vision since 1914. Its mission is to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all, while bringing out the individual strengths of women and youth and fostering resiliency and self-sufficiency. The centers maintain a combination of Apple and NAEYC Early Learning Program Accreditations, and all center directors hold director’s credentials. Leadership includes Kerry-Ann Royes, President & CEO; Veronica Brown, Chief Operating Officer; and Angeline Evans, Chief Impact Officer.

The Summer Learning Program is free and limited spots are available.

Last updated September 3, 2026.