What are the required qualifications for teachers and staff?

All classrooms are led by New York State certified teachers. Each classroom is staffed with a minimum of two full-time educators a head teacher and one or two teaching assistants. At no time is a classroom left without a minimum of two adults present. A floater is also staffed daily to provide additional supervision and support. All staff members undergo required background checks and maintain all NYC DOHMH-mandated trainings.

Are children required to be potty trained?

Children are not required to be potty trained. Families are responsible for providing diapers and wipes. Daily diapering updates are documented and shared with families. Staff support and encourage potty training in accordance with each child’s developmental readiness, in partnership with families.

Do you provide meals?

Meals are not provided. Families must supply all lunches and snacks. Food may be heated when necessary, in accordance with health and safety guidelines

What are your drop-off and pick-up procedures?

For the safety of all children, drop-off and pick-up take place exclusively at the front entrance of the building. Children are released only to authorized adults listed on the child’s enrollment forms, with identification required as needed.

How is building security managed?

The facility is monitored by security cameras located outside the building and inside each classroom. These measures are in place to support child safety, staff accountability, and overall program security.

Do children go outside every day?

Yes. Weather permitting, children participate in daily outdoor play, which supports physical development and overall well-being.

What curriculum do you follow?

We implement a developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum aligned with New York State Early Learning Standards. The curriculum supports cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and language development.

How do you handle illness and health concerns?

We follow NYC DOHMH health guidelines regarding illness, symptoms, exclusion, and return-to-school requirements. Families are asked to keep children home when they are ill to help maintain a healthy school environment.

How do you communicate with families?

Families receive regular communication through daily interactions with teachers at pickup , monthly newsletters, and scheduled parent-teacher conferences. Open communication between families and staff is encouraged at all times.

What is your approach to behavior management?

Positive guidance strategies are used to support social-emotional development, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills. Discipline practices are developmentally appropriate and consistent with NYC DOHMH guidelines.