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New York Free Preschools:
Escuela Hispana Headstart - Escuela Hispana Montessori
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 982-6650
Fort George Community Enrichment Center, Inc. - 186th Street - Fort George Community Enrichment Center, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10033
Contact Phone: (212) 927-2210
Details: Ft. George provides a high quality education program that allow children to acquire skills and competence to cope effectively with the present environment and later responsibilities in school and everyday life. Ft. George recognizes, respects and supports the diversity of children attending the program by providing the children with various experiences, activities and material with increasing complexity and challenges as children develop. Ft. George utilizes the Creative Curriculum to design developmentally appropriate learning environments and experiences for children. The curriculum reflects the interest and strengths of individual children responding to their differing styles and paces of learning and respecting the varying languages and cultures in the community that Ft. George services.
Fort George Community Enrichment Center, Inc. - St. Nicholas - Fort George Community Enrichment Center, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10033
Contact Phone: (212) 927-2210
Details: Ft. George provides a high quality education program that allow children to acquire skills and competence to cope effectively with the present environment and later responsibilities in school and everyday life. Ft. George recognizes, respects and supports the diversity of children attending the program by providing the children with various experiences, activities and material with increasing complexity and challenges as children develop. Ft. George utilizes the Creative Curriculum to design developmentally appropriate learning environments and experiences for children. The curriculum reflects the interest and strengths of individual children responding to their differing styles and paces of learning and respecting the varying languages and cultures in the community that Ft. George services.
Franklin Plaza Early Childhood Center - Union Settlement Association
Location: New York, NY - 10029
Contact Phone: (212) 828-6413
Details: Union Settlement is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem.
Frederick Douglass - The Children's Aid Society
Location: New York, NY - 10025
Contact Phone: (212) 865-6337
Details: Pre-school programs instill a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning. The Children’s Aid Society uses a comprehensive approach to the education of our youngest children - from birth to age five - that enables us to serve more than 1,000 pre-school children in 14 different programs. Helping children develop a greater sense of self, a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning are the guiding principles of our work with pre-schoolers. Improving parental engagement in their children’s education is also a priority. Our inclusive programs focus on meeting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the child as a whole. The curriculum enriches children’s development while being sensitive to individual abilities and learning styles. We recognize that each child’s family, culture and community play a vital role in their whole development. Children learn through active exploration in their environment and through meaningful interactions with peers and adults. Children's Aid currently serves children through our Early Learn NYC, Early Head Start, Head Start, UPK and private fee-based programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. All Children's Aid Early Childhood Programs are licensed by The New York City Department of Health.
Goddard Riverside Dual-eligible Child Care - Goddard Riverside Community Center
Location: New York, NY - 10024
Contact Phone: (212) 873-6865
Details: Each center uses the Creative Curriculum as a foundation for classroom activities that promote intellectual, social, emotional and physical growth through hands-on exploration of science, nature and art. The shared curriculum fosters collaboration between our Day Care centers and Head Start program. The children also benefit from Goddard Riverside's partnerships with local museums, schools, and social service and health organizations such as Cool Culture. Goddard Riverside believes parents or guardians are the most important influence on a child's development. Our staff assists parents by providing support, information and referrals. Parents volunteer in the classrooms, serve on program committees, attend workshops and participate in activities.
Goddard Riverside Head Start - Goddard Riverside Community Center
Location: New York, NY - 10025
Contact Phone: (212) 749-2133
Details: Each center uses the Creative Curriculum as a foundation for classroom activities that promote intellectual, social, emotional and physical growth through hands-on exploration of science, nature and art. The shared curriculum fosters collaboration between our Day Care centers and Head Start program. The children also benefit from Goddard Riverside's partnerships with local museums, schools, and social service and health organizations such as Cool Culture. Goddard Riverside believes parents or guardians are the most important influence on a child's development. Our staff assists parents by providing support, information and referrals. Parents volunteer in the classrooms, serve on program committees, attend workshops and participate in activities.
Henry Street Settlement Early Childhood Center - Henry Street Settlement
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 254-3100
Details: The Henry Street Early Childhood Center aims to provide a challenging and inventive curriculum along with stimulating activities for children ages two (2) to four (4) years old. Our classrooms are designed to expand, awaken and enlighten the minds of every child who attends, and we provide age appropriate support in social, emotional, physical, cognitive and language development skills for our children in order to establish and provide the highest quality early childhood education in a secure environment. We firmly believe that children learn best when they are in an environment which is both inspiring and nurturing, and at Henry Street Settlement, our Preschool and Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) programs are designed to give each child a high-quality, experiential education.
Leggett Memorial Early Childhood Center - Union Settlement Association
Location: New York, NY - 10029
Contact Phone: (212) 828-6051
Details: Union Settlement is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem.
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Early Childhood Center - Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10021
Contact Phone: (212) 218-0418
Details: The Neighborhood House’s award-winning and nationally-recognized Early Childhood Center offers very low-income preschool children and their families a full-day, year-round developmentally-appropriate educational and social experience and broad continuum of services in a preeminent setting. The Early Childhood Center, accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), was also selected by Social Impact Research (SIR) as one of the top seven programs in New York to successfully prepare at-risk preschool children for school. Our core philosophy is that we address each child and family individually and tailor our interdisciplinary services to address the full range of strengths and needs so that each child can excel. Children and families benefit from our wonderful teaching teams and social workers and other Lenox Hill Neighborhood House services including Legal Advocacy, Fitness & Aquatics, Visual & Performing Arts and Healthy Foods & Wellness.
Lillian Wald Ehs - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10009
Contact Phone: (212) 780-5430
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Lillian Wald Head Start - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10009
Contact Phone: (212) 673-5506
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Mama Tingo Early Head Start - Dominican Women's Development Center
Location: New York, NY - 10040
Contact Phone: (212) 994-6060
Details: Early Head Start provides parenting support to pregnant women and families with infants and toddlers. We promote healthy prenatal outcomes and focus on healthy development and school readiness for infants and toddlers. Families are able to take part in parenting workshops and receive health and nutrition information. DWDC helps parents and children develop strong bonds to ensure healthy physical, social and cognitive development and reinforce positive parenting and strong family ties.
Manhattan Child & Family Center - Grand Street Settlement
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 228-8240
Details: Bright colors, dynamic learning, and a focus on nutrition and wellness all in 3 languages advance school readiness.
Manhattan Child & Family Center - Grand Street Settlement
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 228-8240
Details: From a healthy pregnancy to family teamwork, we get everyone ready for success with both home and center-based services. This program is free for eligible families.
Manhattan Child & Family Center Head Start - Grand Street Settlement
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 777-0656
Details: Bright colors, dynamic learning, and a focus on nutrition and wellness all in 3 languages advance school readiness.
Manny Cantor Center - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 780-2300
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Manny Cantor Center - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 780-2300
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Metro North Early Childhood Center - Union Settlement Association
Location: New York, NY - 10029
Contact Phone: (212) 828-6415
Details: Union Settlement is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem.
Northern Manhattan Perinatal Partnership - Head Start - Northern Manhattan Perinatal Partnership
Location: New York, NY - 10032
Contact Phone: (212) 926‐8264
Details: Northern Manhattan Head Start/UPK is a non‐profit, ACS/DOE dual funded program located in Washington Heights and serving 185 preschool children ages 3 to 5 in a center based setting. Our primary goal is to promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social and other related services to enrolled children and their families.
Odyssey House Manor Facility - Northside Center for Child Development
Location: New York, NY - 10029
Contact Phone: (212) 987-5100
Details: Northside Center’s Head Start and Early Head Start programs provide a comprehensive child and family development program for low-income pregnant women and children birth to age five. In addition to early childhood education, children and families receive health and nutrition services, family development support, access to mental health services, as well as supports for children with disabilities. The goal of the program is to improve child and family outcomes including school readiness, by providing a continuum of comprehensive services that support child development and family functioning.
P.s. 152 Early Childhood - The Children's Aid Society
Location: New York, NY - 10040
Contact Phone: (212) 544-0221
Details: Pre-school programs instill a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning. The Children’s Aid Society uses a comprehensive approach to the education of our youngest children - from birth to age five - that enables us to serve more than 1,000 pre-school children in 14 different programs. Helping children develop a greater sense of self, a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning are the guiding principles of our work with pre-schoolers. Improving parental engagement in their children’s education is also a priority. Our inclusive programs focus on meeting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the child as a whole. The curriculum enriches children’s development while being sensitive to individual abilities and learning styles. We recognize that each child’s family, culture and community play a vital role in their whole development. Children learn through active exploration in their environment and through meaningful interactions with peers and adults. Children's Aid currently serves children through our Early Learn NYC, Early Head Start, Head Start, UPK and private fee-based programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. All Children's Aid Early Childhood Programs are licensed by The New York City Department of Health.
P.s. 5 - The Children's Aid Society
Location: New York, NY - 10034
Contact Phone: (212) 567-5787
Details: Pre-school programs instill a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning. The Children’s Aid Society uses a comprehensive approach to the education of our youngest children - from birth to age five - that enables us to serve more than 1,000 pre-school children in 14 different programs. Helping children develop a greater sense of self, a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning are the guiding principles of our work with pre-schoolers. Improving parental engagement in their children’s education is also a priority. Our inclusive programs focus on meeting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the child as a whole. The curriculum enriches children’s development while being sensitive to individual abilities and learning styles. We recognize that each child’s family, culture and community play a vital role in their whole development. Children learn through active exploration in their environment and through meaningful interactions with peers and adults. Children's Aid currently serves children through our Early Learn NYC, Early Head Start, Head Start, UPK and private fee-based programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. All Children's Aid Early Childhood Programs are licensed by The New York City Department of Health.
P.s. 8 - The Children's Aid Society
Location: New York, NY - 10032
Contact Phone: (212) 740-8655
Details: Pre-school programs instill a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning. The Children’s Aid Society uses a comprehensive approach to the education of our youngest children - from birth to age five - that enables us to serve more than 1,000 pre-school children in 14 different programs. Helping children develop a greater sense of self, a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning are the guiding principles of our work with pre-schoolers. Improving parental engagement in their children’s education is also a priority. Our inclusive programs focus on meeting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the child as a whole. The curriculum enriches children’s development while being sensitive to individual abilities and learning styles. We recognize that each child’s family, culture and community play a vital role in their whole development. Children learn through active exploration in their environment and through meaningful interactions with peers and adults. Children's Aid currently serves children through our Early Learn NYC, Early Head Start, Head Start, UPK and private fee-based programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. All Children's Aid Early Childhood Programs are licensed by The New York City Department of Health.
Pequenos Souls Early Childhood Center - Union Settlement Association
Location: New York, NY - 10035
Contact Phone: (646) 672-5042
Details: Union Settlement is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem.
Ps 140 - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 677-5710
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Ps 142 - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 780-2300
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Ps 15 - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10009
Contact Phone: (212) 780-2300
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Ps 188 - Educational Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, NY - 10002
Contact Phone: (212) 780-2300
Details: Educational Alliance has been at the forefront of Head Start for nearly 50 years. In 1965, EA was chosen to run a national pilot program of Head Start. And in 1995, we were chosen to run one of the country’s first Early Head Start programs. Our Head Start classrooms in the Manny Cantor Center are the only early childhood education classrooms on the Lower East Side to receive National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation and have been chosen as one of 100 programs nationally invited to the national Head Start office to mentor new Head Start directors. In addition, we have been recognized as a model for excellence, most recently by New York City’s Head Start Sponsoring Board, which recommended us to be a host site for an Austrian group of educators interested in building an exchange relationship to support the development of a similar program in their country. Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high quality educational experience to low income children in eight locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive assistance with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines. Head Start serves children aged 3 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years.
Ps 50 - The Children's Aid Society
Location: New York, NY - 10029
Contact Phone: (646) 627-7449
Details: Pre-school programs instill a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning. The Children’s Aid Society uses a comprehensive approach to the education of our youngest children - from birth to age five - that enables us to serve more than 1,000 pre-school children in 14 different programs. Helping children develop a greater sense of self, a respect for others and a lifelong love of learning are the guiding principles of our work with pre-schoolers. Improving parental engagement in their children’s education is also a priority. Our inclusive programs focus on meeting the social, emotional, physical and cognitive needs of the child as a whole. The curriculum enriches children’s development while being sensitive to individual abilities and learning styles. We recognize that each child’s family, culture and community play a vital role in their whole development. Children learn through active exploration in their environment and through meaningful interactions with peers and adults. Children's Aid currently serves children through our Early Learn NYC, Early Head Start, Head Start, UPK and private fee-based programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. All Children's Aid Early Childhood Programs are licensed by The New York City Department of Health.

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