Welcome to Great Start Readiness Preschool (GSRP)!

A supportive, state-funded preschool for eligible four-year-olds.

At GSRP, we believe every child deserves the best start to their education. Our program is designed to be a “home away from home” where your child can explore, grow, and discover the joy of learning through play.

Why Choose GSRP for Your Child?

We provide a child-centered environment where your little one isn’t just a student—they are a valued member of our community. Our program offers:

• A Place to Thrive: A safe, healthy, and nurturing space where children feel comfortable taking new steps.

• Learning Through Play: We believe play is a child’s “work.” Our activities are designed around your child’s unique interests and skills.

• Strong Foundations: We focus on building deep relationships between teachers, children, and you—the family.

• Expert Care: Our decisions are guided by high-quality state standards and, most importantly, by the feedback and diverse needs of our families.

How to Enroll

We want to help you through the enrollment process! Because we use specific state eligibility criteria, our enrollment packets are handled personally rather than online.

Step 1: Get Your Packet To request an enrollment packet or ask questions about eligibility, please reach out to our Director:

• Contact: Michelle Skalla, GSRP Director

• Email: mskalla@ymca.org (or mskalla@ymcagm.org)

• In Person: Northside Child Development, 2020 N. 5th Street, Niles, MI 49120

• Phone: 269-683-1982

Step 2: Submit & Review Once you return your packet, our team will review it to see if your child meets the state requirements for the program.

Please Note: While we wish we could take every child, submitting a packet does not guarantee immediate acceptance, as we must follow state-mandated eligibility guidelines.

We look forward to meeting you and your child!