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Pre-K Schools in New York, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

MANHATTAN SCHOOLHOUSE

I have one kid who's attended for almost a year now. They have very positive staff who are professional and care about the well being and...

- Kit T.

La Petite Ecole

Our son started at La Petite Ecole at the age of 3. The school set him up for success as he is well prepared to enter a top NYC private...

- Matthew C.

The Montessori School of New York International

My two children attend this school, and love it. They have very different learning styles, but from their preschool days, they have been...

- Marie A

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The Booker T. Washington Preschool

325 E 101ST ST NEW YORK, NY

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
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We serve children 2 years to 5 years old. We focus on the whole child and encourage learning through play. We have a toddler program, preschool and pre-k programs. All of our programs place a strong emphasis on art, literacy and science. Our greatest desire is for our children to love learning and realize their greatest...
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Guidepost Montessori at Columbus Square

775 Columbus Avenue New York, NY

Montessori
Guidepost Montessori's preschool and Kindergarten programs combine rigorous, structured learning with individualization and autonomy. We help nurture truly cosmopolitan adults -- individuals who can think and act globally, who live full lives unencumbered by borders and boundaries. The preschool program has both an English and...
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Little Ivies Prep

520 West End Ave New York, NY

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
Welcome to Little Ivies Prep! Here at Little Ivies, we are committed to making each day a learning day, filled with a variety of centers and activities that help our early learners discover what interests and inspires them while also ensuring they have the necessary readiness for school and academics. We pride ourselves on...
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Portfolio School

90 HUDSON ST NEW YORK, NY

State license verified

starting at
$3750/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Montessori
Academic
Kindergarten
Small School. Big Impact. We are a K-8 school in the heart of Tribeca. Our hands-on approach enables students to problem-solve, iterate, take risks, inquire, innovate, influence and inspire others. And here’s the best part: children are happy, respected, trusted and engaged in their learning. 2023-2024 ANNUAL TUITION: $45,000
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Columbus Pre-School

606 COLUMBUS AVE NEW YORK, NY

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
At Columbus Pre-School, we believe that all young learners should be respected, valued, and encouraged to investigate the world around them. We provide a private preschool education rich in experiential learning, intentional exploration, and meaningful social-emotional development. *We are now offering Flexipass. With...
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NannyCity

244 Fifth Ave. New York, NY

NannyCity is a family-run nanny agency that has been placing loving pre-screened nannies with wonderful families in Fairfield County, Westchester County, and NYC for over 35 years. Our testimonials speak for themselves. We offer a 12 month guarantee with every placement. All nannies placed by us are reference checked and...
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92nd St Y Camps

1395 Lexington Ave New York, NY

With over 60 years of experience, 92Y Camps brings the very best of 92Y's renowned programs and faculty to the great outdoors. Campers grades K-9 enjoy athletic, artistic and educational activities at a 50-acre suburban campground in Rockland County just 20 minutes from the GWB, with pickups throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, as...
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More Hugs & Learn Family Daycare

50 West 139th Street New York, NY

State license verified

Hi. My name is Marion. I am the owner and primary provider for More Hugs & Learn. I worked in the charter and public school system for 10 years. Through my experience being a Teacher Assistant and group leader, I realized that quality education and parent partnership starts at the beginning of a child's life. When you...
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Milestones Uws Preschool

319 West 74th Street New York, NY

Milestones is a unique new home based preschool located across the street from Riverside Park in the 70's on NYC's Upper West Side. It is based in the Director's spacious town home apartment. It is a curriculum based learning environment in a loving, warm and welcoming setting. We are a mixed age group, limited to 10 children...
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Grand Street Settlement

294 Delancey Street New York, NY

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Child Care, Head Start and Pre- K Registrations, NOW OPEN! Free for qualified families! Child Care: * 2 years old * Must possess a Child Care Voucher. To Qualify for the Head Start program; 3 and 4 years old; Families should meet one or more of the following criteria: * Family income up to 100% of Federal Poverty...
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Amiguitos Montessori International Day School

18 W 88 St Apt 1 New York, NY

Preschool
We at Amiguitos Montessori Day School are proud to announce that we will be opening our school at a new location conveniently located in the Upper West Side. Applications will be available for children age nursery through preschool. Starting September 2012, Amiguitos Montessori Day School will also begin offering an exclusive...
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MANHATTAN SCHOOLHOUSE

507 W 28TH ST NEW YORK, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Day Care
Preschool
Manhattan Schoolhouse, New York City’s premier daycare and preschool programs expanded to Chelsea in Fall 2020. Our newest site is located at 507 West 28th Street, just under the Highline Our daycare and preschool programs are guided by the Reggio Emilia principles of education, providing children the opportunity to explore...

Kit T. says "I have one kid who's attended for almost a year now. They have very positive staff who are professional and care about the well being and development of the...

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Reggio emilia
Preschool
An Early Immersion into French Language & Culture La Petite Ecole is a French immersion boutique preschool in NYC with locations in Greenwich Village and the Upper West Side. Our arts-curated program prepares children to become fully bilingual and bicultural, ready to read and write in French by Kindergarten. The mission...

Matthew C. says "Our son started at La Petite Ecole at the age of 3. The school set him up for success as he is well prepared to enter a top NYC private school in the...

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The Montessori School of New York International

347 E 55th Street, Sutton Place New York, NY

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
The Montessori School of New York International located in New York, NY offers challenging and rewarding academic programs for Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, and Junior High School students. The center specializes in children ages two to fourteen years old and operates Mondays through Fridays from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.

Marie A says "My two children attend this school, and love it. They have very different learning styles, but from their preschool days, they have been encouraged and now...

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Salvation Army Harlem Temple Pre-K Daycare

540 Lenox Avenue New York, NY

Free, trusted Universal Pre-Kindergarten program at The Salvation Army! Your child will receive high-quality care from certified preschool teachers in an enriching and supportive environment. The full-day program runs from September to June at 8 centers in NYC.
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Salvation Army NY Temple Pre-K Daycare

132 West 14th Street New York, NY

Preschool
Free, trusted, Universal Pre-Kindergarten program at The Salvation Army! Your child will receive high-quality care from certified preschool teachers in an enriching and supportive environment. The full-day program runs from September to June at 8 centers in NYC.
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My First School

207 West 106 Street New York, NY

State license verified

MY FIRST SCHOOL: We are a NYS licensed group family educare service on the Upper West Side of Manhattan near Columbia University. We belong to The Forest School Association of America and offer a Waldorf-style environment in a large, sunny doorman building. We have developed a home school environment that meets all the...
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Young Unlimited Child Care

449 W. 153rd Street New York, NY

Young Unlimited Child Care offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. We focus on children's early language development and their need to learn to play together. We plan days that use play to actively engage the children in science, math, art, language, and...
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Happy Learning Daycare

608 West 177th Street Apt 1E New York, NY

Happy Learning is a friendly, loving and professional center that all family and children will love. We accept children from 1 month old to 11 yrs old,children with special needs & children that have in-home special services (physical therapy, speech, etc). We prepare all kids for their first time in school, (head-start,...
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YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER NEW YORK.

224 E 47TH ST NEW YORK, NY

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Our program is committed to providing a safe, supportive living and learning environment for young children. Teachers create a warm and loving atmosphere using a developmentally appropriate, engaging curriculum, where children can play, discover and learn. Social development is at the core of our program. We want our children...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in New York, NY

Pre-k programs in New York, NY offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in New York, NY, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in New York, NY typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in New York, NY programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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