Consult our guide to find schools and education programs in Queens, whether it be preschools, private schools, public schools, tutors, teachers, educational programs or learning programs for Queens kids.
Educational Services
ERIN MCDONOUGH, PHD
152-11 Union Turnpike, Flushing
718-990-1607
Email mcdonoue@stjohns.edu
Dr. Erin McDonough is a trained school psychologist with expertise in identifying learning disabilities and other disorders that may affect learning and academic performance. Dr. McDonough’s evaluations are based on the most recent theoretical and evidence-based knowledge regarding the presentation of learning disabilities and include individualized recommendations designed to remediate your child’s academic problems. Appointments are available Mondays through Saturdays. Rates for evaluations are extremely competitive, so call today!
FASTRACKIDS & JEI LEARNING CENTER
98-00 62nd Drive, Rego Park - Park City
718-441-3762
82-66 Austin St., Kew Gardens
718-441-3762
132-18 41st Ave. #2, Flushing
718=288-5152
Rated as the "Best kids' spot in Queens for learning" by the Queens Tribune, FasTracKids is an enrichment education system that helps children ages 3–7 to tap their gifts and talents at an early age. As part of the program, trained instructors conduct lessons in 12 subject areas. The FasTracKids learning system also features the same interactive touch-screen technology found today in leading colleges and universities.
IC MATH ENRICHMENT CLASS
224-24 Union Turnpike, Oakland Gardens
718-785-5901
Email twnicmath@gmail.com
Come learn Singapore Math with us! Kids will discover math concepts in a pictorial, easy-to-understand format. With our program, learning math becomes more fun and rewarding, rather than resulting in endless frustration! Students learn consistency with our strong emphasis on problem-solving and model drawing, as well as a focus on in-depth understanding of essential math skills. Learning Singapore Math can end mathematic struggles and establish a solid foundation of future algebra.
JANINE STIENE SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY, P.C.
213 Hallock Road, Suite 4B, Stony Brook
631-689-6858
631 Commack Road, Suite 1B
Commack
631-486-4497
1490 William Floyd Pkwy, Suite 103
East Yaphank
631-775-8202
444 Lakeville Road
Lake Success
516-216-1791
Janine Stiene, Speech-Language Pathologist, is owner and operator of Speech Pathology & 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 & 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.
KENT PREP
194-11A Northern Blvd., Bayside
718-423-5757
Since 1989, Kent Prep has satisfied the demands of the most competitive student body in the diverse city of Queens. It offers a comprehensive curriculum led by specialized instructors that are at the top of their field whilst providing comprehensive test preparation and professional counseling services for both students and parents to foster personalized academic careers. Through the passionate pursuit of their ambitions, Kent’s students stand out among other achievers in the most selective pools and applicants. Visit the website for additional information.
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.
NEW YORK CHINESE CULTURAL CENTER
390 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York
212-334-3764 x105
Study Chinese language and culture, make friends, and have fun! New York Chinese Cultural Center offers exceedingly fun bilingual classes in language, traditional dance, ballet, Peking opera acrobatics, martial arts, and arts and crafts. Our programs provide social interaction and cultural enrichment in a safe and caring environment for children 3-1/2 years old and up. For more information, visit nychineseculturalcenter.org, or call 212-334-3764.
NINA'S TUTORING CENTER
8702 Grand Ave., Elmhurst
718-205-7508
Established in 2008, Nina's Tutoring Center provides children with online tutoring services, in-person tutoring services, ESL tutoring, tutoring referral, and line tutoring services. Call for more information.
NYC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MAGNET SCHOOLS COMMUNITY DISTRICT 30
718-759-4977
Schools are schools of choice. Magnet schools offer distinct, innovative thematic instruction that promote academic excellence. The federally funded magnet program offers additional personnel, staff development, curriculum aligned to the school theme and student activities all designed to enhance learning. This whole school program focuses on teaching, learning and assessment. The non-testing application is available for all District 30 students grades Kindergarten through 8 by calling 718-759-4977.
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.
QUANTUM LEAP KIDS LEARNING CENTER
108-10 72nd Ave., 3rd Floor, Forest Hills
718-344-3716
Email contact@quantumleapkidslearning.com
Quantum Leap Kids’ Learning Center, Inc., fosters your child’s (pre-school through 7th grade) academic learning process, especially in the development of his or her English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency. Reading Comprehension, Writing, Grammar Usage, Vocabulary Enrichment, Spelling Rules and Literary Critical Analysis are woven into our instructional planning. Our NYS ELA Exam Preparation Workshops are designed for students in grades 3-6. Each workshop focuses on the three ELA sections your child will encounter during the NYS Standards Exam.
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.
VERACITY LEARNING INC.
65-11 181 St., Fresh Meadows
718-790-8911
Email vera@veracitylearning.com
Veracity Learning, Inc. is a “practice and persevere” based learning program specializing in improving your child’s reading, writing and math skills. Through mentoring and skillful teaching/tutoring we get to the root of the problem. Our students go from approaching subjects such as reading, math or writing with fear, to approaching them with love and greater ease. Read our reviews on veracitylearning.com
Parochial Schools
SACRED HEART RC SCHOOL
115-20 221st St., Cambia Heights
718-527-0123
Quality education in a caring Catholic school environment.
ST. CLARE
137-25 Brookville Road, Rosedale
718-528-7174
Quality education in a caring Catholic school environment.
ST. DEMETRIOS JAMAICA DAY SCHOOL
84-35 152nd St., Jamaica Hills
718-526-2622
Email jds@nyc.rr.com
St. Demetrios Jamaica Day School is a small yet dynamic Parochial school located in Jamaica, Queens educating children since 1967.We offer Pre Kindergarten for 3 year olds, a free half day UPK for 4 year olds born in 2008. We offer Kindergarten through 8th Grade and are fully accredited and follow NYS Standards based curriculum. Our program also includes extracurricular activities such as orchestra, art, Greek dance, basketball and after school homework club. We instill moral and academic values.
Preschools
CHRIST THE KING COMMUNITY DAYCARE/PRESCHOOL
68-02 Metropolitan Ave., Middle Village
718-417-6770
Christ the King Community Daycare/Preschool reflects a learning environment in which teachers promote the child’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth with an age appropriate curriculum. It is one of the first early educational centers in the area to have the latest technological advance of the SMART Table. In addition to childcare, Christ the King Daycare/Preschool also offers their students as young as 6 months old the opportunity to learn either Spanish or Italian.
COSMOKIDZ PRESCHOOL AND DAYCARE CENTER
71-33 162nd St., Fresh Meadows
718-380-KIDZ (5439)
Email cosmokidzpreschool@gmail.com
A brand new state-of-the-art facility offers complete preschool and daycare with full- or half-day programs from infants to preschoolers. Extended hours available from 7:30am to 7pm Monday through Friday. We are equipped with spacious classrooms, video surveillance system and a large enclosed outdoor padded playground. Our licensed New York State teachers conduct a wide range of learning activities such as social and language skills, music, gym, arts and crafts, dramatic play, mathematics, science, and more. After-school programs, summer camp, and weekend enrichment programs including math and language (Chinese and Spanish) are also available.
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.
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.
MAGIC YEARS PRESCHOOL, NURSERY AND SUMMER CAMP
90-20 55th Ave., 1st Floor, Elmhurst
718-271-8850
The school is licensed by NYC Department of Health Daycare Bureau. It teaches language arts, math, science, arts and crafts, music, physical education, foreign language (Mandarin), creative dance movements, pre-school yoga and ballet. Gifted and Talented program and piano lessons are available. Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm, extended hours are available. Discounted tuition for newcomers!
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.
THE CRAYON BOX PRESCHOOL
44-10 192nd St., Flushing
718-888-9341
We are happy to be celebrating our 15th year of service to the Flushing area. We have established a great foundation for early childhood education and maintained a high level of professionalism and personal attention not available at other preschools. Our program offers flexibility to assist our families with their busy schedules. Emphasis is placed on socialization and academic excellence, all in a calming and loving setting. Our beautiful facility offers an outdoor playground, a full size gym, and light, airy classrooms where learning and fun are rolled into one!
THE WHITESTONE SCHOOL FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT
14-45 143rd St., Whitestone
718-746-6555
The Whitestone School For Child Development is committed to providing the highest quality service to children and their families. Our ultimate goal is to help each child reach his/her fullest potential. We accomplish this through education and therapeutic services in a caring environment. Family involvement is vital to your child's success. Our staff of highly trained professionals will coordinate their efforts with the families in order to integrate your child's education with his/her home life. Working together will maximize your child's potential for personal growth and development.
Private Schools
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.
THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL
119-17 Union Turnpike, Forest Hills
718-268-4667
The Kew-Forest School has been inspiring students to achieve since 1918. A co-ed college preparatory school located in Forest Hills, Kew-Forest offers small classes, caring teachers and a diverse student body. Nursery through 6th grade features a stimulating comprehensive curriculum. Grades 7 through 12 offer a rigorous college prep program complimented by numerous extracurricular activities. For more information on Kew-Forest, please visit kewforest.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.
UNITED NATIONS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
24-50 FDR Drive (25th Street & Waterside Plaza), New York
212-584-3071
173-53 Croydon Road, Jamaica Estates
718-658-6166
unis.org
admissions@unis.org
The United Nations International School is distinguished for its excellence in teaching and learning in an international setting that fosters understanding, independence, interdependence and cooperation. UNIS Queens enrolls approximately 180 students in grades K-8. At the 9th-grade level, UNIS Queens students may transfer to the our Manhattan campus at 25th Street and the East River. Students receive a broadly based, balanced education focusing on math, science, humanities, English, French, and Spanish, as well as intensive art, music, computer, and physical education programs. Open House date for 2013 January 9 at 9am
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.
JANINE STIENE SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY, P.C.
213 Hallock Road, Suite 4B, Stony Brook
631-689-6858
631 Commack Road, Suite 1B, Commack
631-486-4497
1490 William Floyd Pkwy, Suite 103 , East Yaphank
631-775-8202
Janine Stiene, Speech-Language Pathologist, is owner and operator of Speech Pathology & 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 & 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.
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
SKIP INC.
156-45 84th St., Howard Beach
718-738-1800
Special Kids Intervention Program/TIPSE is a special education program, providing NYS Core Learning Standards to developmentally delayed children. Utilizing an experiential mode of instruction, this program, in Howard Beach, provides instruction in small classes overseen by special education teachers. Each child’s individualized needs are met through a team of educators, speech,occupational and physical therapists, and social worker and psychologist. Parent involvement is a central part of our curriculum, and we would welcome your visit to our program to observe the exciting work that we are doing with the children. Please call Natalie Postelnek, 718-738-1800,
VINCENT SMITH SCHOOL
322 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington
516-365-4900
The Vincent Smith School is a co-educational college preparatory day school for reluctant learners and students with learning disabilities in grades 4-12. The mission of the Vincent Smith School is dedicated to providing a small, nurturing and supportive setting where, "It is Okay to Learn Differently”. Through differentiated instruction, hands-on activities, and interdisciplinary instruction, students are provided with the necessary educational, emotional and social support necessary for success.
