Y Academy Parent Resources
Everything you need, all in one place.
Welcome, Y Academy families! Here you'll find handbooks, first-day tips and how to stay in touch with your child's team. Have a question? Your program team is always happy to help.
Which Handbook Is Mine?
Early Education Family Handbook
Merrimack infant, toddler, preschool, Pre-K and kindergarten
Kindergarten Readiness Family Handbook
Nashua readiness program
Y Academy Family Handbook
Before and after school care
Review the handbook alongside your program calendar and enrollment documents.
First-day Checklist
Complete all required forms
Share emergency contacts and authorized pickup people
Tell us about allergies, health needs and medications
Ask which supplies and extra clothes to bring
Set up Brightwheel (early education and kindergarten readiness)
Stay in Touch
Early education and kindergarten readiness families use Brightwheel for updates and messages. For attendance changes, classroom questions or concerns, use the contact method your program provides.
Where can I find closure and pickup policies?
In your program's handbook and calendar. Let staff know whenever your schedule or pickup plans change.
Who should I talk to about my child's support needs?
Your program team, ideally before enrollment and anytime needs change.