Ages 0 – 5

Briarcliff Nursery School has provided a developmentally appropriate education since 1947. Our students are encouraged to think creatively and critically, the foundation of academic achievement.  The school is located on 2 beautiful acres. Each well-equipped classroom is large, bright and inviting.  Our experienced and highly qualified staff creates a nurturing and challenging environment. Students don’t just hear how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, they watch it happen. Our hands-on curriculum is planned for the group with special attention to each child’s needs. Our goal is to help create a life-long love of learning.  For information, call 914-941-4373, or visit www.briarcliffnurseryschool.com

Chabad Preschool is a place where young children receive a warm and enriching preschool experience providing them with the foundation to grow socially, emotionally and intellectually. Our preschool center is a place where a child’s sense of wonder is cultivated. Their curiosity and desire to explore the world around them and our Jewish traditions is encouraged and supported. They are inspired to seek answers to their questions and weave together stories that explain the world around them and their purpose in this world. Children experience weekly visits by specialist who teach yoga, gymnastics, music, art and gardening. Classes are located at the Chabad Jewish Center at 133 Railroad Ave. in Bedford Hills. For more information go to www.ChabadBedford.com or call 914-666-6065.

Convent of the Sacred Heart is an Independent, Catholic school for girls in Preschool through Grade Twelve. Our Early Childhood Program, encompassing Preschool, Prekindergarten, and Kindergarten, is a wonderful foundation for your daughter’s educational journey. At Sacred Heart, our youngest students receive an intensive yet developmentally appropriate academic program coupled with a variety of special offerings for both social and emotional growth. Located in the newly renovated and homelike Barat House, the Preschool and Prekindergarten classes provide a smooth transition between home and school. For more information, please contact the Admission Office at 203.532.3534 or visit www.cshgreenwich.org.

Elmwood Day School has been providing excellent early childhood education to Lower Westchester since 1957. We strive to create an environment that allows each child to feel safe, known, comfortable, and accepted. We offer morning and afternoon classes for children ages two through first grade. Enrichment opportunities include Young Authors, Drama Around the World, Cooking, Sports, Art, Science, and Young Architects.  Our integrated curriculum, based on New York State standards, fosters abstract and concrete thinking skills. Spontaneous play, teacher-directed, and child-initiated activities help children develop a strong awareness of themselves and the world around them.  For more information, contact Jane Arcaya, Principal, at jane.arcaya@gmail.com, 914-592-8577 or visit www.elmwooddayschool.com.

At the Hoff-Barthelson Preschool children learn to focus, concentrate, listen and observe keenly from their twice weekly music and movement classes in Dalcroze eurhythmics. The full curriculum introduces numbers and language arts, science and nature, dramatic play, cooking, sand and water play, and outdoor play. The Preschool provides a safe, nurturing environment which promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children as experienced teachers build toward readiness for kindergarten.  Student/teacher ratio: 7/1. Both teachers are fully state certified with MA Degrees, early childhood education.  Threes: Monday – Thursday, 12:30 – 2:45 pm. Fours: Monday-Friday, 8:45 – 11:30 am. 914-723-1169   hb@hbms.org.  Visit www.hbms.org.

Jewish Family Congregation Early Childhood Center is a warm community school in beautiful surroundings offering Creation Station for 12+ months and classes for ages 2-5.  Your child will achieve a love of learning by investigating through hands-on play and interacting with children and our nurturing professional teachers. Our curriculum delves into interest areas using language, literacy, science & math materials, creative arts and cooking. Our beautiful large playground offers many opportunities for riding bikes, climbing, running and exploring. Jewish culture is enjoyed while celebrating Shabbat and Jewish Holidays through stories, songs and foods. Weekly enrichment includes Music, Yoga, Storytelling and Nature.  Please call Fern Tannenbaum for information and to schedule a tour at 914-763-3028 or visit www.jewishfamilycongregation.org.

Since 1972
Our Montessori School in Yorktown and Carmel provides a highly individualized, rich experience for children from six weeks through sixth grade. The teachers celebrate children’s natural love of learning and help them realize that the sky’s the limit. Besides reading, writing, math, history, and science, the program includes art, ballet, chorus, dance, instrumental music, physical education, drama, Latin, French and even chess: am and pm extended day and monthly Parents’ Night Out are available.  Visit our website at www.ourmontessorischool.com or call (914) 962-9466 for a DVD or visit.

St. Matthew’s School in Bedford provides preschool students (ages 2-5) with a child-centered program of education, meeting every student at his or her own level, while ensuring the children develop the skills and self-confidence necessary to prepare them for kindergarten and beyond. Our hands-on curriculum stimulates curiosity and generates enthusiasm while providing a balance of developmentally appropriate activities: active/quiet, free/structured, and individual/group. Throughout the year, we offer a variety of enrichment opportunities such as nature walks, cooking experiences, music classes, Spanish lessons, and yoga instruction. For more information visit our website www.stmatthewsschool.org, or contact us to arrange a tour at 914.234.7890 or sscanlon@stmatthewsschool.org.

The Early Childhood Center at Temple Sharaay Tefila features spacious bright classrooms, state of the art outdoor playground, and an organic garden. Our curriculum offers an opportunity for children to develop and expand their knowledge based on age-appropriate exploration, investigation and observation of the world around them. Our creative and nurturing environment follows a curriculum that instills pride and love of Judaism. The children strengthen their Jewish identity through songs, stories and holiday celebrations. Our program is available for two, three and four year-olds, as well as a Parenting Center for children 3-30 months old.  Call 914-666-3188 or email ECC Director Beth Kiffel at bkiffel@templest.org. ECC Temple Sharaay Tefila, 89 Baldwin Road, Bedford Corners.  Visit www.shaaraytefila.org.

The Garden Road School: Preschool Kindergarten, First and Second Grades.  Comprehensive Literacy Program * Singapore Math * Essential Qualities Program * Art * Music * Dance * Theater * Hands on Experiential Learning.  138 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY  914 827 0451  www.thegardenroad.org.

The Jewish Community Center of Harrison Early Childhood Center offers programs for ages 2-5. The warm and nurturing teachers, bright, inviting classrooms, full indoor gym and outdoor playground all provide opportunities for the full range of early learning through a developmentally appropriate curriculum. A love of Jewish learning grows from the celebration of holidays, culture, stories and songs. Multiple options for morning programs and afternoon enrichment are available. The JCCH is also offering a young 5′s “gap year” for September 2011. For more info please contact the Director, Nancy Isaacs at 835-2850 or nancyi@jcch.org. Visit www.jcch.org.

At RUMNS we provide a safe, nurturing learning environment in which each child will develop a positive self-image, cooperative social skills, and gradually become an independent thinker.  We focus on the social, physical, intellectual, creative and emotional development of every child.  Our program gives each child a rich, enjoyable experience and lays the foundation for a smooth transition to Kindergarten, the next chapter in his/her educational career.  Our unique spacious environment offers components of both an Open Classroom and a Traditional Pre-School experience.  The Rye United Methodist Nursery School, 964 Boston Post Road, Rye, New York 10580, (914) 921-1939. Visit www.RUMNS.org, or email us ryemethodistns@verizon.net

The Westchester Jewish Center Nursery School offers a range of programs for young children. The school provides a developmentally appropriate program that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth through varied experiences and activities. Through a fully integrated curriculum, children receive a solid Jewish foundation including: holiday celebrations, Shabbat observance and frequent Synagogue visits. They offer a flexible schedule to allow families to participate in programs one, two, three or five days a week. In addition there are a number of options for after-school enrichment programming as well as a summer camp experience. WJC is now accepting registration for Mommy and Me, Pre-K classes and Camp 2009. Call 914-698-2767 to schedule a tour and to receive an application. www.wjcenter.org.

When it comes to your kids, nothing less than the highest standards will do. Our daycare located in Carmel, NY provides a safe environment for your child to explore his or her full potential. If you’re looking for a daycare that meets these stringent demands, look no further! We promote physical activities in large open areas and a variety of educational games, arts, music and a library for your child. Our goal is to promote every child’s development individually using an appropriate mix of academic and recreational activities.

Three Little Bears Daycare, 14 Mamanasco Rd., Carmel NY 10512.  Call us at 845-222-0266 or visit us on the web at www.threelittlebearsdaycare.com.

Village Green Nursery School is a not-for-profit school established in 1956. The philosophy of early childhood education that you see at VGNS is called Developmental Interaction and was conceptualized at the Bank Street College of Education. We recognize that play is the cornerstone of learning and that children learn by doing. Children also develop a sense of awareness of others and learn to recognize, respect and accept eachother’s differences. Children develop communication skills though their social interactions that will help them develop positive relationships. Please visit our website at www.villagegreennurseryschool.com or call Sam at (914)234-4316 to schedule a visit.