Find preschools, private or public schools, after-school education programs and classes for kids in Nassau County on Long island, including in Oyster Bay, Glen Cove, Long Beach, and North Hempstead.
Educational Services
FASTRACKIDS BELLMORE
2583 Merrick Road, Bellmore
516-224-3177
Email bellmore@fastrackids.com
We are the first FasTracKids in Long Island. Our center location is fully renovated to provide our kids a safe, fun, engaging learning environment. We teach how to learn, not what to learn, by helping kids build their confidence, creativity, communication skills, collaboration, and critical thinking. In today's economic environment a good education is a requirement. We help children prepare for the future. We believe they will have a better life if provided a better education. Let's start your child on a path to a better life.
JEI LEARNING CENTERS
2583 Merrick Road, Bellmore
516-224-3177
Herricks-Williston Park
312 Hillside Ave., Williston Park
516-PICK-JEI (742-5534)
Mathematical abilities and reading comprehension are developed through a series of skills built upon one another. Without perfecting the requisite skills at one level, progression to the next level is impaired. For students to succeed, strengths and weaknesses must be assessed. We work with parents to identify weaknesses through comprehensive diagnostic tests, and then create a prescriptive program to fix those weaknesses. We provide homework help so students finish on time. JEI has a program to achieve your goals, whether your child is far behind or ready to become an advanced student.
KUEI LUCK ENRICHMENT CENTER
195-05 69th Ave., Fresh Meadows
718-679-9908
For over 20 years, Kuei Luck Enrichment Center has been providing a wide variety of programs for grades K-12. Register now for our Spring Break Intensive ELA & Math Test Prep. Our intensive course is designed to hone the skills and strategies to prepare for the test. Our latest review materials give your children exposure to the newly designed exam. Call now to register and receive a special discount. We also provide after-school service (including pick-up), Chinese school, enrichment classes, Regents, Summer camp, SAT I/II and other exam test preps.
LEARNING RX JERICHO
333 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 200, Jericho
516-870-37373
Cognitive skills training of benefit to children with AD/HD. With testing to determine cognitive strengths, weaknesses, and appropriate “brain training” exercises, students can see dramatic cognitive improvement without medications. A study by Torkel Klingberg, a neuroscientist at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, showed that 60 percent of the unmedicated AD/HD children in his study no longer met the clinical criteria for AD/HD after five weeks of cognitive skills training. For information about cognitive skills training, visit learningrx.com/jericho.
LONG ISLAND LITERACY CENTER
516-427-9066
Email alanflurkey@gmail.com
Help for struggling readers. The Long Island Literacy Center specializes in working with learners of all ages who have ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, reading disabilities, dyslexia, struggling readers who read fluently but don’t understand what they’ve read, struggling readers who read very slowly and mispronounce words, reluctant learners who don’t like to read. The Long Island Literacy Center is dedicated to the support and improvement of the reading and writing of children and adults. Comprehensive evaluations and individualized mentoring lessons develop independent strategies, improve reading proficiency and build confidence.
MATHNASIUM LEARNING CENTERS
217A Mineola Ave., Roslyn Heights
516-484-MATH (6284)
43-17 Bell Boulevard, Bayside
718-747-MATH (6284)
414 Central Avenue, Cedarhurst
516-569-1500
11 Great Neck Road, Great Neck
516-482-MATH (6284)
381 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook
516-881-7997
1003 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park
516-616-MATH (6284)
110 Jackson Avenue, Syosset
516-944-MATH (6284)
3430 Sunrise Highway, Wantagh
516-799-MATH (6284)
We are math specialists. For more than 35 years, the Mathnasium Method has transformed the way children understand and appreciate math. We teach all levels of math ability. Specially trained, caring instructors cater to students who need to catch up, as well as advanced students who want to get ahead. Proven results. Our proprietary curriculum is individually customized to address each child’s weaknesses and build on each child’s strengths, resulting in better grades, higher test scores, and overall improved academic performance.
MUSIC INSTITUTE OF LONG ISLAND
Community Reformed Church, Manhasset
516-627-7052
Established in 1990, the Music Institute of Long Island (MILI) is a classical music school staffed by exceptional instructors. Its instrumental programs include violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, piano, voice, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone and tuba lessons in traditional, Suzuki and ABRSM methods for ages 3-88 years old; beginner to advanced. MILI offers voice lessons as well as Glee Club Singers, NYSSMA preparation and Kindermusik for ages 18 months- 7 years. MILI’s students perform three to eight times a year at various concert halls: i.e. Steinway Hall, Carnegie Hall, as well as various charities.
POWER BRAIN TRAINING CENTER
43-01 Bell Blvd., 2nd Floor, Bayside
718-224-1500
567 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset
516-364-3413
Power Brain Training Center helps your child create health, happiness, and optimal achievement by tapping into their full brain potential. Focus, confidence, creativity and memory are enhanced through physical, emotional and cognitive exercises, breathing techniques, visualization, guided imagery and games. As PBTC’s motto says, "Healthy Body, Happy Heart, Power Brain, I Can Do It!" Call PBTC to schedule a free trial class or body and brain check-up. PBTC also offers classes and workshops for adults, parents, and the whole family.
QUEENS COLLEGE - FREE NON-MEDICATION TREATMENT RESEARCH PROGRAM
718-997-4251
Email NIPA@qc.cuny.edu
Non-pharmacological Interventions for Preschoolers with ADHD (NIPA) is a free research study evaluating potential treatments without the use of medication for children with Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Eligibility: 4- and 5-year-old children who appear inattentive, hyperactive, and/or impulsive. Children must be attending school, be non-medicated for ADHD and not have any chronic medical illness, autism spectrum disorder, or diagnosed neurological disorders. Parent and children must speak English and be willing to attend weekly sessions at Queens College.
ROMPER ROOM NURSERY SCHOOL
133 Hillside Ave., Wiliston Park
516-746-8606
275 Lakeville Road, Great Neck
516-466-8906
Offering a unique learning experience for over 36 years, we are renowned for our confidence-building program, individualized attention, and safe environment. Dedicated teachers nurture each child to reach his/her fullest potential. Curriculum includes reading readiness, other languages, basic science, math, arts & crafts, music, story time, and field trips for children ages 2-5 years. Assistants personally drive buses. The Romp with Mom program features diversified activities for 12-24 months. See-U-Later is a 2-hour separation class for 24-36 months. Ask about our extended hours program or stop in for a free trial class.
THE LANGUAGE WORKSHOP FOR CHILDREN
Locations in Manhasset and Manhattan, NY
800-731-0830
Since 1973 The Language Workshop for Children has offered French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and Italian classes, camps, and pre-schools and classes for ages 6 months-9 years. Youngsters magically absorb a new language in child-friendly classrooms where they’re immersed in language-rich songs, play lessons, arts, crafts, birthday parties, costume days and more. Four times a year every student gets a new book and CD set for free that’s filled with the LWFC’s own songs and lyrics. Native-speaking teachers use the LWFC’s pioneering Thibaut Technique® to capture a child’s prime time to absorb language and imitate native pronunciation.
THE LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR GIFTED YOUTH
C.W. Post Campus, Brookville
516-299-2160
The Long Island University program for gifted children was established in 1979 in response to the increasing recognition of society’s special responsibilities for children with demonstrably superior intellectual ability. The Long Island University Center for Gifted Youth brings together two important elements of education for the gifted extraordinary teachers recruited from leading high schools, middle schools and elementary schools in the metropolitan area and university-level facilities. These two factors, combined with an administrative and psychological team schooled in the needs of gifted children, give the program at LIU Post unique strengths in producing positive benefits for young people admitted to the program.
Parochial Schools
NOTRE DAME PAROCHIAL SCHOOL
25 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park
516-354-5618
Notre Dame School is a Catholic elementary school located in New Hyde Park. We offer classes from full-day Nursery to Grade 8 and we welcome children of all faiths to our community. Our classes are small and all classrooms are equipped with the latest in technology as well as SmartBoards. We offer After-Care, Spanish, PE, Technology, Art and Music classes. Our eighth graders earned more than $200,000 in scholarship to Catholic high schools and 100% were accepted to the high school of their choice.
Preschools
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
354 Lakeville Road, Great Neck
516-466-8422
Countryside Montessori School was founded in 1998. We were founded with the aim of providing a high quality early childhood education based upon the philosophy, methods and techniques developed 100 years ago by educational pioneer and Nobel prize nominee Dr. Maria Montessori. Our children become responsible for their own learning and their own behavior. They learn to respect themselves and others. Everything in our school is designed to encourage and aid the child’s natural curiosity.
GROWING TREE NORTH
275 Warner Ave., Roslyn Heights
516-625-9080
The Growing Tree Nursery School
140 E. Broadway, Roslyn
516-625-9080
Learning center, for children 3 months to 5 years old, mirrors philosophy of other prestigious location, family owned and operated since 1979. Director, Dawn Friedman, M.S., actively involved and understands individual needs of children and families. Creative curriculum inspires children to learn through play and exploration and achieve important social, emotional and self-sufficient skills. Computers, music, Italian and American Sign Language. Licensed by The Office of Children and Family Services. Staff CPR and First-Aid certified. Fully air conditioned classroom, library and nature room and indoor gyms. Spacious outdoor playgrounds.
GROWING TREE NURSERY SCHOOL
140 E. Broadway, Roslyn
516-621-9009
The Growing Tree North of Roslyn, Inc.
275 Warner Ave., Roslyn Heights
516-625-9080
Email dawn@growingtreenurseryschool.com
Family owned and operated since 1979. Caring, friendly environment provides warmth, support and guidance. This child-centered school understands the needs of each individual child. Director, Dawn Friedman, M.S., is involved and spends a great deal of time in classrooms. Their philosophy “children grow through play and inspired imagination”. Licensed by The Office of Children and Family Services. Registered with NY State Department of Education. Programs for children 2 to 5 years old. Classrooms and indoor gym are air-conditioned. Outdoor playground is fully equipped. Computer classes, Italian lessons, and creative movement.
ICCD
35-55 223rd St., Bayside
718-428-5370
98-02 62nd Drive, Rego Park
718-263-1587
231-10 Hillside Ave., Queens Village
Founded in 1986, our mission is to assist preschoolers (with and without disabilities) and their families to learn, grow, and enrich their lives in a stimulating and nurturing environment. We are a leader in child care with new, innovative programs as well as a full-service agency with a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports the NYS learning standards. Multiple sites are available throughout Queens and Nassau. Free UPK classes are now available at our Bayside and Rego Park locations.
LITTLE SPONGES EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER
1000 Shames Drive, Westbury
516-385-3003
Our child care philosophy is based on flexibility and choices for children. Little Sponges respects and accommodates the individual developmental levels of each child, coming together as a classroom whose goal is to inspire a lifelong love of exploration and learning. Our program is specifically designed to provide each child with the solid academic and social foundation they’ll need for future learning success.
M.A.T.S.S. KID'S GYM
2629 Grand Ave., Bellmore
516-221-1330
171 Eileen Way, Syosset
516-496-7765
Open since 1985, we offer a rainbow of programs to play, learn, and grow for children ages 7 months-12 years. Baby, toddler, and separation programs bridge development to a comprehensive early childhood education and gym program. After-school classes provide movement, gymnastics, sports, and enrichment instruction for both our on-site center children and community school-age children. Summer camp, holiday mini-camps, weekend birthday parties and Kids’ Night Out events provide a year-round place to play and celebrate. Our dedicated staff and counselors are New York State, CPR, and first aid certified.
ROMPER ROOM NURSERY SCHOOL
133 Hillside Ave., Wiliston Park
516-746-8606
275 Lakeville Road, Great Neck
516-466-8906
Offering a unique learning experience for over 36 years, we are renowned for our confidence-building program, individualized attention, and safe environment. Dedicated teachers nurture each child to reach his/her fullest potential. Curriculum includes reading readiness, other languages, basic science, math, arts & crafts, music, story time, and field trips for children ages 2-5 years. Assistants personally drive buses. The Romp with Mom program features diversified activities for 12-24 months. See-U-Later is a 2-hour separation class for 24-36 months. Ask about our extended hours program or stop in for a free trial class.
SAMUEL FIELD Y
58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck
718-225-6750
Bay Terrace Center
212-00 23rd Ave., Bayside
718-423-6111
The Samuel Field Y provides a diverse array of programs and services designed to meet the needs of children of all ages, stages, and ability levels. We offer innovative educational programming, academic enrichment, and exceptional sensitivity to the needs of young children and their families. Programs include parenting and toddler programs, nursery school, UPK, and full-day child care. The Y’s outstanding professionals lead after-school day care programs. We provide transportation from a number of local schools. There is also a wide variety of after-school programs for children with special learning needs.
Private Schools
FUSION ACADEMY & LEARNING CENTER
Fusion Academy & Learning Center is a non-traditional, college-prep private school for grades 6-12 that offers the smallest class sizes: just one student and one teacher per classroom. Flexible scheduling and customization are key elements of our academy and tutoring programs. Classes are self-paced and taught with consideration for each student’s individual interests, emotional health, and learning style. Each campus is also equipped with a state-of-the-art recording studio and a full mixed-media art studio, and students complete their homework under teacher supervision in the Homework Café® before they leave. Learn more at fusionacademy.com.
THE GREEN VALE SCHOOL
250 Valentines Lane, Old Brookville
516-621-2420
admissions@greenvaleschool.org
Recognized for academic excellence since 1923,The Green Vale School's exceptional teachers, extraordinary learning environment, and careful attention to each student, lead to outstanding high school and college placement. Green Vale serves families from over 30 school districts on Long Island and is the ideal choice for the most formative years of a child's life -- early childhood through middle school. Expanded financial aid program for qualified applicants is available. Visit the school’s website, greenvaleschool.org, for more information on academics and summer camp options. Open house Tuesday, January 15 at 8:30am. RSVP admissions@greenvaleschool.org.
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY
225 Cambridge Ave., Garden City
516-742-3434
Founded in 1947, The Waldorf School of Garden City is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school for students age three through twelfth grade. We are dedicated to providing a rigorous liberal arts education. Emphasis is placed on a multidisciplinary approach to learning through a curriculum that balances the physical, artistic, social and intellectual needs of our students. Our nurturing environment and diverse community enable our students to excel as educated and compassionate individuals whose lives are enriched by their lifelong passion for learning.
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL
550 Post Ave., Westbury
516-333-3178
Email naranda@westburyfriends.org
Learning doesn’t have to be dull or stressful to be of value. It does need to be relevant, engaging, and challenging enough to bring learners to their own growing edges. At WFS, in addition to providing a challenging and engaging learning environment, the faculty takes a whole-child approach that inspires a lifelong love of learning and goes beyond the acquisition of skills and information; students learn to ask thoughtful questions in the spirit of curiosity, intellectual integrity and creativity.
Special Education
BRAIN ABILITIES
444 Lakeville Road, Suite 103, Lake Success
516-208-9360
There are no simple solutions when it comes to ADD/ADHD, autism/Asperger's, learning disabilities, or processing disorders. Complex issues require comprehensive integrative solutions and that is exactly what we provide at Brain Abilities. A simple phone call is all it takes to find out exactly how we have helped hundreds of children/families. Call 516-208-9360 today to see how we can help your family. Visit brainabilities.com for more information as well.
NYU SUMMER PROGRAM FOR KIDS
The College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle
212-263-0760/516-358-1811
A seven-week, evidence-based, therapeutic day program exclusively for children ages 7-11 with ADHD and behavior disorders. Focus of program is to build self-esteem and help children develop attentional, organizational, and friendship skills. Clinical psychologists and qualified teachers supervise undergraduate and graduate-level counselors. Staff/child ratio is 1:1 to 2. The program is directed by Dr. Karen Fleiss, a nationally renowned clinical psychologist and expert in the treatment of children with ADHD. Enrollment is limited
SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND SWALLOWING DISORDERS SERVICE OF NASSAU
3375 Park Ave., Suite 4010, Wantagh
516-221-3653
444 Lakeville Road, Suite 104, Lake Success
516-216-1791
500 N. Broadway, Suite 141, Jericho
516-597-4344
Janine Stiene, Speech-Language Pathologist, is owner and operator of Speech Pathology and Swallowing Disorder Services of Long Island. Along with her group of therapists, she supports families and children across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders and expressive/receptive language disorders (adults and children). Also offered are intensive feeding groups for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions. There are five other affiliated offices across Long Island, all participating with most major health insurance companies and offering flexible hours and scheduling.
VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER
47 Humphrey Drive, Syosset
516-921-7171
Email info@vclc.org
VCLC serves over 750 children and families annually with programs and services, provided on and off-site, including, applied behavioral analysis (ABA Home Program), special education preschool and grades K-2, early intervention, Evaluation Center to determine eligibility, special classes in an integrated setting (SCIS); SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teachers) at nursery schools, child care locations, and homes, LI Early Childhood Direction Center that provides information and referrals, Family Center Sunday Respite/Recreation Program, social skills training groups, Lufrano Training Program for early childhood personnel, vacation recreation program, and more.
