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Milestones UWS Preschool, Upper West Side:
Conveniently situated on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Milestones UWS Preschool is an in-home preschool for kids aged 18 months to 4 years.

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Licensed by NYS as a group family daycare, we provide a unique, home-based learning environment. We have rolling admission, accepting applications throughout the year.

Why Choose Milestones UWS Preschool?

- We provide an inclusive program which accepts children of all abilities and needs. 

- We offer an age-appropriate curriculum with an emphasis on child-centered, hands-on play-based learning. 

- Everything that we do promotes learning in a fun way, with a consistent schedule, seasonal and interest-based activities.

- You can be assured your child will enjoy a loving, caring, and safe environment. 

Our Philosophy:

At Milestones UWS Preschool, we believe that a child's first introduction to a separation program sets the tone for a love of school and learning. We pride ourselves in being in-tune with your child's needs, abilities, interests, and emotions.

We aim to provide a warm and safe environment where your family feels welcome, and where your child wants to be.

Mixed Age Classes:

We enjoy the mixed-age class because it resembles a family unit. Kindness and respect are top priorities. Our older children are encouraged to model appropriate behavior for the younger students. We stress cooperation, consideration, and helpfulness.

We do a lot of social teaching like sharing and "using our words" to resolve conflict. Students are to be kind and loving to each other, their teachers and the school itself.

Our Facilities:
Situated in a family-owned townhouse on 74th Street, across from Riverside Park, Milestones Preschool enjoys a convenient Upper West Side location.

The school is run out of the director’s child-safe and spacious apartment. We have a wonderful environment both inside the school as well as in the building.

Parent Testimonials:

"I am just so thrilled with this school and grateful that I found a healthy environment for my child, I can't praise them enough."

"In a hectic environment NYC parents are faced with, Melissa is probably the most reliable, helpful and calm caregiver I've ever met. My children love spending time with her because she is both happy and confident around them."

"Deb was wonderful teaching my 4 year old son the beginnings of writing and math. She knew exactly how to teach him at his level and stretch him to think about problem solving from a 4 year old's perspective. Deb is a patient, caring and attentive teacher and I always knew my son was in good hands as I dropped him off daily for preschool...exactly the kind of comfort a mother needs when leaving a "little one" to be cared for by others"


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Address: 319 West 74th Street, New York, NY, 10023, USA
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