Founded in 2004, Preschool of America opened its first school in New York City’s historic Chelsea neighborhood. Since then we have opened a total of seven centers throughout Manhattan including our center on 345 42nd street in West Midtown, and we continue to grow. The founding principle of establishing outstanding day care centers and preschools for New York City families remains uncompromised.

Our Preschool of America programs are carefully researched and thoughtfully taught, and we approach every day with a sense imagination, innovation, and fun to help young children learn comfortably and confidently. Every program includes a wide range of engaging and inspiring activities to stimulate early brain development with a focus on creative play. We encourage a love of learning through working and playing with others.

Our children have fun while they learn just another way we make sure children get the most out of their experiences at school. Our full-time programs, a good curriculum that provides plenty of hands-on learning and high quality teachers prepare the children in our schools for elementary school and for life-long learning.

Preschool Programs from Nursey through Kindergarten:
- Nursery Program
- Infant Program
- Toddler Program
- Preschool Program
- Pre-Kindergarten Program
- Kindergarten Program

* Each program curriculum includes a variety of interesting activities to stimulate early brain development with a focus on creative play.

Additionally:
- Gifted and Talented Program
- After School Programs
- Summer Camps Programs

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12. Smarter Toddler

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If you are looking for a quality preschool or child care center in Manhattan, Smarter Toddler is perfect for you! With convenient locations on Manhattan's Upper West Side and at Midtown West near Times Square, we aim to provide a loving, home-like atmosphere for infants, toddlers and young kids (ages 3 months - 5 years). Our specially-designed arts-based curriculum is geared toward the growth of the 'whole child'. Music, movement, literacy and visual arts are an active part of every child's day. Full-time and part-time options are available.

Smarter Toddler was founded by parents of gifted young children who wanted a progressive preschool with an advanced arts-based curriculum that their own children could benefit from, hence the name. Developed around the idea that quality childhood care and education should be homelike, everything was carefully designed to make children feel like they are at home, from the vintage toys, low height lounge chairs and tons of original artwork.

Our mission is to continue to create an enhanced, quality early education program that emphasizes the arts, cultural experiences, and the unique individuality of each child. We aim to encourage curiosity, promote kindness and respect, and exercise imagination and creativity.

Parent Testimonial:
"Every morning, my children are so happy to see & hug their teachers, and love visiting their “old” teachers as well. To us, there could be no better sign that they are happy at Smarter Toddler!"
- Patty Goldman

Early Childhood Education Programs:

- Infant Program (3 - 12 months)
- Toddler 1 Program (13 - 20 months)
- Toddler 2 Program (21 months - 2.5 years)
- Young Preschool Program (2.5 - 3.5 years)
- Preschool Program (3.5 - 5 years)
- Arts Program (includes music, visual arts and yoga)

Subjects include: Early reading, Early Math, Early computer - "Tech Tots", Music and Movement, Yoga, Sign Language, Art and Arts appreciation, Early Spanish.

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13. A.C.T Programs at The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine

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Adults and Children in Trust (A.C.T.), located on the 11-acre oasis of the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine campus on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, is an education center that provides year-round educational and recreational programs for infants, children and teens from 6 months to 17 years old.

At A.C.T., we work with children from the very beginning. Once children are in school, we provide families with afterschool care, holiday camps, summer camps and even party services for those special milestones in a child’s life.

•Playstation Gym (6 months – 5 years old)
•One-to-One Classes (Adult & Child Classes)
•2-Day Nursery School (2.0 years – 4 years) - Extended Day available
•3-Day Nursery School (2.5 years – 4 years) - Extended Day available
•Afternoon Drop Off Specialty Classes (2.0 years – 4.0 years)
•Full-Day Preschool (2.9 years – 4.9 years)
•Afterschool (4.5 years, if in ACT Preschool or K – 4th Grade)
•School Holiday/Vacation Camp (K – 7th Grade)
•Summer Camp (3.10 – 13.9 years )
•CIT (Counselor in Training – starting at age 15)
•Divine Party Services

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14. Wee Care Child Care, Manhattan

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Conveniently located in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, NYC, Wee Care Child Care provides child care and preschool programs for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. Enrolling your child in day care or preschool at an early age means that you are preparing them for educational success in elementary school. Early childhood development teaches important elements associated with quality performance in school.

Our teachers work on developing and modifying routines for infants, providing language development for toddlers, and teaching the fundamentals of art, math, and science for preschoolers. We are proud of our creative learning programs which are grounded in teacher-guided activities based on monthly themes, with modifications based on age group.

Our child care center is licensed by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and our staff members are trained in CPR and First Aid.

Full-time Childcare Programs for kids (ages 6 weeks - 5 years)

- Preschool programs

- Special programs include art, dance, field trips, group sports, gymnastics, indoor & outdoor recreation, music & movement, story telling...

Our caregivers seek to establish active communication with parents in order to design a program for your child in which he or she can thrive, experience the world, learn, and grow.

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15. Building Blocks Playgroup, Manhattan

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Building Blocks Playgroup, is a NYS Dept Of Health Licensed child care facility, located in Manhattan, New York City. Our school is run by Mandy, an experienced Upper Eastside private school teacher and her staff offering year round, quality. Day care is available in our two beautiful Upper Eastside locations, on East 100th Street and First Avenue and East 95th Street and 3rd Avenue, for children ages 10 months to 2 1/2 years, and preschool children ages 2 1/2 to 4 years.

At Building Blocks Playgroup, we conduct special lessons and projects where the children will learn through several mediums such as cooking classes, science exploration and arts and crafts. Our daily and weekly schedule is typical of a high quality pre-school program with the added advantage of small groups and a low student/teacher ratio. Children are split into age groups for special activities and projects which are adapted to the range of developmental abilities of the children.

Early Childhood Education Programs:
- Infants Program
- Toddler Program
- Preschool Program

At Building Blocks Playgroup, we conduct special lessons and projects where the children will learn through several mediums such as cooking classes, science exploration and arts and crafts.

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16. Maryel International Preschool, Midtown Manhattan

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Maryel International Preschool private, bilingual and coeducational preschool situated in the heart of Midtown Manhattan NYC. We provide a comprehensive bilingual (English and Spanish) curriculum to U.S. and international preschool children.

Our goal is that all children would have the opportunity to improve oral and written skills in their native language, while also acquiring oral and written skills in a second language (Spanish).

A Spanish speaking teacher teaches the children part of the day in Spanish, and an English speaking teacher teaches the other part of the day in English.

We have an international view of education and believe that through the learning of another language, children are taught to be more tolerant and respectful of other cultures and traditions, which enables them to become more responsible and active citizens of the world.

Bilingual English & Spanish Preschool Program:

- Our program is based on the conviction that a bilingual education affords our children numerous and proven advantages.

Curriculum includes:
- Personal Development
- Language
- Mathematics
- Technology
- Natural World
- Art
- Physical Education

We also provide a bilingual summer camp program for 2.5 to 5 year olds

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17. Mis Amiguitos Spanish Montessori Nursery & Preschool NYC

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Located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper West Side, Mis Amiguitos Spanish Montessori Nursery & Preschool offers a bilingual Spanish Montessori program for students ages 3 months to 5 years.

With our "Early immersion to Spanish" method, our students simultaneously learn Spanish and build their educational foundation using the Montessori philosophy. We help your child to be fluent in Spanish Language and also to be prepare for Kindergarten.

The Montessori method is used to foster this desire to learn while providing the stimulus for academic, social and physical development.

Bilingual Spanish Montessori Program:

- For students ages 3 months to 5 years
- Classes Monday-Friday from 8:30am-5:30 pm.
- Part-time and full-time options available

Tuition options include:
- 5 full days (8.30am - 5.30pm)
- 3 full days (8.30am - 5.30pm)
- 5 half days (9am - 12)
- 3 half days (9am - 12)
- After-school program (3 - 5.30pm)

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18. The Park Preschool, Downtown Manhattan

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Conveniently located in Greenwich Street in downtown Manhattan NYC, The Park Preschool provides quality preschool and child care programs for children ages 2-5 years old. Licensed and certified by The City of New York Department of Health and Bureau of Day Care, we offer full-day and half-day programs as well as extended day programs.

Established in 1989, our preschool was founded on the belief that children learn through play and we have developed a philosophy and curriculum that nurtures each child’s potential growth and instills in them a desire for discovery and challenge and a love for learning. Our goal is to create an inclusive setting that helps all children become self-confident individuals. Within our supportive environment, your child can acquire a positive self-image, a solid sense of security, and a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

The teachers at The Park Preschool and The Barclay Street School will foster each child’s independent thinking skills and thus help the children become self-confident as they become sensitive to the world around them.

Preschool Programs for kids Ages 2-5:

- Full-day & half-day programs available
- Extended day program

- Mixed age groups of two through five year olds learn how to care, help, work, play and cooperate with each other.

- We focus on personal development and let each child learn and discover at his or her own pace. Learning becomes a positive experience.

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19. The Brownstone School and Daycare Center, Manhattan

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The Brownstone School and Daycare Center is a preschool located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in New York City, at 128 West 80th Street between Amsterdam and Columbus Avenues, half a block from the Museum of Natural History. We were founded in 1963 and chartered by the New York State Board of Regents in 1983.

Most of our families live or work on Manhattan's Upper West Side. However, the school has always been strongly committed to families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds that reflect our diverse society, so families from all over the city have always been a part of The Brownstone.

The Brownstone School and Daycare Center is licensed by the New York City Department of Health and is a member of the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY), the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) and the Parents League of New York. We have been serving the community for 45 years and welcome children ages 2 to 5 years.

Preschool Programs for Children from 2 to 5 years:
- 2 to 5 day programs
- Full day, half day and extended day care
- We are open from 9.00 am til 5.45 pm

* Tuition is comparable to that of other NYC independent, early childhood schools.

* Children must be 2 years of age, by May 31st to be enrolled at the school.

* Those who meet eligibility requirements may apply for placements, available through the New York City's Agency of Child Development.

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